Westonbirt, The National Arboretum
About
Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, managed by Forestry England, is one of the finest collections of temperate trees and shrubs in the world.
The 600 acre arboretum is home to 3,000 different species of trees and around 15,000 individual specimens. A place of environmental and historical importance, its Victorian creator Robert Holford was fascinated by rare and beautiful plants and helped finance expeditions to collect specimens from around the world.
Westonbirt Arboretum is known internationally for its spectacular autumn colour display, but offers an unforgettable day out all year round, from magnificent flowering trees in spring, to sculptural and bright-stemmed specimens in winter.
Activities throughout the year
- Events, workshops and family activities run throughout the year. Signature events include the spectacular Enchanted Christmas illuminated trail in November and December.
- There are 17 miles of paths throughout the arboretum and dozens of leafy glades with levels of accessibility to suit a range of visitors.
- There are mobility scooters and manual wheelchairs available to borrow (it is advisable to book these in advance), special group rates on request and retail and refreshment opportunities onsite.
- Westonbirt has a huge area, Silk Wood, for you and your dog to explore. The Old Arboretum is a dog-free zone.
Pricing
Adult from £9
Child from £3
Concessions from £6
For seasonal admission prices see the website.
Groups are accepted - please contact the venue directly to enquire.
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Opening Times
Open (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024) |
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* Westonbirt is open every day, Monday - Sunday, 9am-5pm, except Christmas Day. Last admission is at 4.30pm, 30 minutes before the Arboretum closes.
To visit Westonbirt Arboretum it is essential to pre-book for certain dates - see the website for details.
Further Information
Other
- Gift Shop
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Facilities for Disabled Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Attraction Facilities
- Childrens Play Area
- Plant Sales
- Shop
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
- Picnic Site
Children & Infants
- Facilities for children
Establishment Features
- Conference facilities
- Event venue
- Tea / Coffee Shop
- Toilets
Key Features
- Approx length of visit - 2.5 hours
- Families
- Forest Location
- In countryside
- Outdoor Attraction
Parking & Transport
- Car parking
- Coach Parking
- On Bus Route
Payment Methods
- Special group rates
Specialist Features
- Family Fun
- Marketed towards families
- Marketed towards senior citizens
- Marketed towards student/youth - Westonbirt welcomes group visits from education providers.
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted - Please enquire for further details
TripAdvisor
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- Terrible137
Recent Reviews:
- 229ranStockport, United KingdomBluebell heaven!Sunday, 5th May 202456 billion bluebells - well not quite - but everywhere was just a sea of blue. Everything else was good too, and mid-week at the end of April was quiet, with trees in blossom, good pathways for... Read full review
- Laura MTrip Type:CouplesBirthday visitTuesday, 7th May 2024The arboretum is absolutely stunning and our visit was made all the more pleasant because of the lovely weather. I am taking one star off because our cafe experience wasn’t great. We sat outside and... Read full review
- elizabethdR3325USBecoming less family friendlySaturday, 11th May 2024We have been members for years but this last trip today was very disappointing. The play park has been removed and will not be replaced for a year! My sister bought ice cream for her kids. On our... Read full review