Discovery Walks at Westonbirt Arboretum
Discovery Walks
Take the path less travelled and delve a little deeper into our captivating trees with our discovery walks.
Please note that dogs are not permitted on guided walks (except assistance dogs).
Saturday 18 May
Beyond Ash dieback
Take a closer look at the Silk Wood Community Planting Project following the devastation caused by ash dieback.
Saturday 08 June
Medicinal trees
A walk to show trees which have provided medicines, many of our trees both native and foreign species have given us medicines or potions for our well being for Centuries.
Saturday 22 June
Silkwood
A 90 minute walk on the paths less travelled in Silk Wood, and see the Wollemi pine planted by The King.
Saturday 06 July
Myths and legends
Explore the magical stories associated with many of our trees, this will appeal to children of all ages.
Saturday 13 July
Behind the scenes
Gain an insight to the work of our propagation unit and how we make sure that seeds and plants coming into the Arboretum are free of pests & diseases.
Saturday 20 July
Medicinal trees
A walk to show trees which have provided medicines, many of our trees both native and foreign species have given us medicines or potions for our well being for Centuries.
Saturday 27 July
Silk Wood
Take the path less travelled to discover the wonders of our Ancient Woodland which has existed for 2.000 years.
Saturday 03 August
The wood from the trees
Our guide will show you trees and samples of the timber they give us to turn into every day products from Violins, Long Bows or a Fruit Bowl.
Saturday 10 August
Silk Wood
Take the path less travelled to discover the wonders of our Ancient Woodland which has existed for 2.000 years.
Saturday 17 August
Plant Hunters
Discover the plant hunters who risked life and limb in hostile parts of the world to discover plants which we are all able to enjoy in the arboretum today.
Saturday 24 August
Coppicing in Silk Wood
Learn more about this traditional method of woodland management that has been practiced for hundreds of years.
Saturday 31 August
Beyond ash dieback
The community planting project which is well under way to replace the 5000 trees lost to Chalara. Learn how the future may look with a lot less native Ash trees.
Saturday 07 September
Forest Bathing
What is forest bathing? Discover the history of how, and where it emerged and its relevance in todays busy world.
Saturday 14 September
Myths and legends
Explore the magical stories associated with many of our trees, this will appeal to children of all ages.
Saturday 21 September
Behind the scenes
Gain an insight to the work of our propagation unit and how we make sure that seeds and plants coming into the Arboretum are free of pests & diseases.
Saturday 28 September
Trees with a connection to divinity
Learn about our trees which have connection to various religious beliefs.
Saturday 05 October
Fungi
There are many different types of fungi which appear at this time of year, some beautiful, some no so pretty!
Saturday 12 October
The magic of maples
Learn about the number of different species of maple, where they come from, and why there are so many colours.
Saturday 19 October
Fruits and berries
A chance to taste some of the fruits & berries from our trees and shrubs in the Old Arboretum.
Saturday 26 October
Fungi
There are many different types of fungi which appear at this time of year, some beautiful, some no so pretty!
Saturday 02 November
The magic of maples
Learn about the number of different species of maple, where they come from, and why there are so many colours.
Saturday 09 November
Fruits and berries
A chance to taste some of the fruits & berries from our trees and shrubs in the Old Arboretum.
Saturday 16 November
Behind the scenes
Gain an insight to the work of our propagation unit and how we make sure that seeds and plants coming into the Arboretum are free of pests & diseases.
Saturday 23 November
Focus on bark
A chance to get close and look at the bark, what does it do. why are there so many types and colours.
Saturday 30 November
Midwinter evergreens
Explore the sometimes overlooked variety of evergreen trees, and those which have special significance at this time of the year.
Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, GL8 8QS
Grade - Easy
How much?
Free after admission