Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum

19/06/2026

Join us tomorrow and discover the fascinating sounds of woodland wildlife.

Take part in an animal sounds quiz, create a wildlife sound map, try woodpecker sound makers, and even whittle a buzzing hazel kazoo to take home.

📅 Date: 20 June
⏰ Time: 10.30am – 3.30pm
📍 Silk Wood Barn
💚 Free with admission
🎟️ No need to book – just drop in!

Come along, get creative, and explore the wonderful world of woodland communication through sound. Perfect for curious young nature lovers and their families!

Find out more: https://www.forestryengland.uk/westonbirt/creature-conversations

17/06/2026

09/06/2026

Did you know that amongst our 15,000 trees and 2,000 different species, only a small number are truly native to Britain? Join us on our next Discovery Walk this Thursday at 11:30am as we explore the fascinating stories, features and folklore of Britain’s own native trees. You may be surprised by what you discover.

👉 https://www.forestryengland.uk/westonbirt/discovery-walk

05/06/2026

Join us Saturday 18 July for the Festival of Archaeology launch at Westonbirt!

Enjoy free entry for the day plus guided walks, talks and hands-on activities for all ages.

Discover how people and nature have shaped this landscape over time and experience nature + history like never before.

Find out more 👉 https://www.forestryengland.uk/westonbirt/festival-archaeology

05/06/2026

Our Changing Places facility will be closed on Monday 8 June for a routine service.

01/06/2026

22/05/2026

Resurfacing work at the end of Waste Drive means there will be no through access into Silk Wood from Waste Hill. Visitors can enter and exit Silk Wood via the Treetop Walkway or the alternative route below the Walkway.

Work is due to take place from 27 May for approx. 14 days.

We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause to your visit.

20/05/2026

Looking for a fun, family-friendly day out this May half-term?

Join us and uncover the amazing superpowers of trees!

📅 26–28 May
⏰ 10:30am – 3:30pm
📍 Great Oak Hall

From fire‑resistant bark to clever defence systems, you’ll learn just how incredible trees really are.

👉 https://www.forestryengland.uk/westonbirt/power-of-trees