Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum

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The Friends' Quiz: Spring-Summer 2023

Are you ready to put your knowledge to the test? Take our member's quiz and see how much you really know about Westonbirt Arboretum. PLUS ANSWERS!...

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Celebrating the work The Friends have supported through the years

Did you know that behind Westonbirt's natural beauty lies a dedicated group of passionate individuals? Through our supporters' unwavering support, we've been able to achieve incredible milestones throughout our 37-year legacy. Find out more...

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New Silk Wood Project Manager

In January 2023, we welcomed Oscar Adams to Westonbirt Arboretum as the new Silk Wood Project Manager. We caught up with Oscar to find out more about him, his role and the future of Silk Wood...

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Grazing on The Downs

How do the cows help out the flora and fauna at Westonbirt? Read our blog to find out...

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A new partnership with the University of the West of England

We've part-fund a PhD student in collaboration with Westonbirt Arboretum over the next three years to study the risks to Limes.

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Unveiling the new Community Shelter

After years of planning, and thanks to members and funders for giving this project a chance to come to life, the brand-new Community Shelter has been unveiled at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum.

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