Westonbirt The National Arboretum

Explore one of the largest and oldest tree collections in the world. Over 16,000 rare and beautiful trees and shrubs, laid out over 600 glorious, easy-to-stroll Cotswold acres. An unforgettable day out in all seasons - bluebells, magnolias and rhododendrons, 100 champion trees and the Japanese maples; we're world famous for our Autumn colours. Events, workshops and family events throughout the year, including the concert programme in June and July, the unique Festival of the Tree in August and the spectacular Enchanted Wood in December. Free weekend guided walks with friendly, expert volunteers. Special group rates. Shop, plant centre, restaurant and mobility vehicles available. Dogs welcome.

Prices may vary for specific events throughout the year.

Opening Times

Arboretum Opening 1 Jan 2008 - 31 Dec 2008

Events

Tickets Information

Road Directions

From Bath take the A4 to the A46, signposted Stroud. Continue for approx. 8 miles and follow brown signs to Westonbirt on the A46.

From Bristol follow signs to the M32, then onto the M4. Leave at junction 18 onto the A46, signposted Stroud. Continue for approx. 6 miles and follow brown signs to Westonbirt on the A46.

From Cirencester take the A419 then the A429 signposted Bath, Chippenham, continue forward on the A433 to Tetbury, take the A46 signposted Bath and follow the brown signs to Westonbirt on the A46.

Public Transport Directions

From Bristol take the X42 to Yate. (Phone Bristol TIC for timetable 0333 321 0101)
From Yate get the 620 West Cotswold Green Service to Westonbirt (phone 01453 835153 for timetable)

From Cirencester take the 881 to Tetbury (phone Cirencester TIC for timetable 01285 654180)
From Tetbury take the 620 West Cotswold Green Service to Westonbirt (phone 01666 505552 for timetable)

 Facilities

• Accept Children over 7
• Gift Shop

Attraction Facilities

• Childrens Play Area
• Plant Sales
• Shop

Venue Facilities

• Wedding Venue

Provider Preferences

• Film or TV location
• Forest Location
• In countryside
• Of historic, literary or architectural interest
• Outdoor Attraction

Accessibility

• Accept Children Over 3
• Accessible to Wheelchair Users
• All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
• Facilities for the Disabled
• Guide Dogs Permitted
• On Bus Route
• Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
• Ramp/Level Access
• Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Children & Infants

• Facilities for children

Parking & Transport

• Car parking
• Coach Parking
• On site parking
• Parking (free)

Catering

• On-Site café/restaurant
• Picnic Site
• Restaurant

Payment Methods

• Approx length of visit - 2.5 hours
• Delta accepted
• Groups Accepted - Please enquire for further details
• Maestro accepted
• MasterCard accepted
• Max group size - 50
• Min group size - 16
• Solo accepted
• Special group rates - £4.50 - £5.50
• Switch accepted
• TIC Staff Admitted Free
• Visa accepted

Establishment Features

• Available for wedding receptions
• Conference facilities
• Dogs Accepted
• Event venue
• Event Venue
• Licenced for civil marriages
• Open all year
• Tea / Coffee Shop
• Toilets

Specialist Features

• Family Fun
• Marketed towards families
• Marketed towards senior citizens

Tours and Demonstrations

• Educational Visits Accepted
• Guided Tours Available for Groups
• Guided Tours Available for Individuals