On Sunday 23 June 2024, Westonbirt marks a significant milestone: the 10th anniversary of the opening of the award-winning Welcome Building. This occasion provides a perfect moment to celebrate and reflect on the history and impact of this building over the past decade.
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Author: Helen Chick
Exploratree: An exciting make-over begins
Posted in: Blog Restoration Seasonal Participation
Over the next few weeks we'll be saying goodbye to the much-loved Exploratree play equipment at Westonbirt Arboretum. But fear not! Plans are underway for new and exciting play areas in the future.
Helping to save a species from extinction
Posted in: Blog Events Botanical Landscape Winter Conservation Silk Wood
King Charles III joined staff at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum to plant a critically endangered tree this week.
Special delivery arrives at Westonbirt Arboretum
Posted in: Blog Tree management Botanical Propagation Seasonal Conservation
Late last year we welcomed the first plant intake into the recently built Quarantine House. This marks an important step in helping to protect Westonbirt's collection from pests and diseases.
Rainwater harvesting
Posted in: Blog Propagation Green Team Conservation
A new rainwater harvesting and filtering system has been installed at Westonbirt Arboretum.
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