Discover the natural wonder and adventure this April at Westonbirt with enchanting cherry blossoms, interactive walks, free family-friendly activities, and more. Join us and immerse yourself in the beauty of spring!...
Blog - Seasonal
Tree of the month: Lindera praetermissa
Tree of the month returns this March as Westonbirt's Dendrologist, Rosie, highlights the aromatic Lindera praetermissa.
Grazing on The Downs
How do the cows help out the flora and fauna at Westonbirt? Read our blog to find out...
Special delivery arrives at Westonbirt Arboretum
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.
Winter seasonal highlights
A walk through Westonbirt is a sensory delight whatever the season, whatever the weather. After the colourful joys of autumn, winter has its own treats to share albeit more subtle; check out these winter tree highlights.
Westonbirt Christmas decorations by Noble Art Design
The Westonbirt Shop is filled with wooden decorations to make your Christmas tree extra festive this year. Read about our Westonbirt collection by Noble Art Design...
The Great British Picnic!
As International Picnic Day approaches on Saturday 18 June and the warm weather begins to take hold we’ve put together some of our favourite picnic items available in the shop.
Westonbirt Unseen
Sensory experiences of the 'picturesque' at Westonbirt...
Winter highlight: Incense cedar
Our December tree of the month is the Incense cedar (Calocedrus decurrens), one of the most fire and drought-tolerant plants from California.
What does Westonbirt mean to you?
As generations visit Westonbirt Arboretum through the years, memories are made. Share your stories of Westonbirt with us...
Mowing season
Mowing is one of those tasks, you either love it or hate it. From manicured lawns to wild jungle-like gardens, they all take time to manage. Read on to find out more about how the Tree Team manages Westonbirt's grass...
Autumn highlight: Katsura
A treat for the senses in autumn, the Katsura is a favourite species of many visitors. Read our tree of the month blog to find out more about this species...
Summer highlight: Pheasant berry
The attractive Pheasant berry shrub is our tree of the month - much loved by game birds such as pheasants for its fruit!...
Things to do at Westonbirt this summer
This summer, we want Westonbirt Arboretum to be a place you can visit with the family to boost everyone’s wellbeing. Discover this summer's highlights...
Summer highlight: Flowering dogwood
This month we’re featuring the flowering dogwood, a tree with origins in North America that is worth seeking out throughout the year whether it’s in flower or not.
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