Westonbirt, The National Arboretum

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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.

Group bookings.  What Westonbirt Arboretum can offer the following tio group;

-  Free coach driver entry

- Free entry for the group leader

- Free coach parking

- Pre-booking peace of mind for day admission tickets

 

Group prices:         

March - September & 14 November - 30 November Adult - £11 Child - £4

1 October - 13 November (Peak autumn): Adult - £15 Child - £4

December - February  Adult - £8 Child - £3

 

Seasonal Guided Walks – can be booked for Groups by emailing westonbirt@forestryengland.uk, led by friendly guides for only £50 per 15 people.

 

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 please email westonbirt@forestryengland.uk to enquire about booking groups
- 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.
 

Facilities

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

Map & Directions

Westonbirt, The National Arboretum

Type:Garden

Forestry England, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QS
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Tel+44 (0)300 067 4890

Opening Times

Open (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)

* 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.

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