Westonbirt, The National Arboretum

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A magical tree garden, where you can explore trees from all over the globe

Home to 2,500 different species from the far corners of the globe and 5 national tree collections, Westonbirt is the perfect place for you to escape, relax or have an adventure!

Take a journey up into the canopy on the STIHL Tree Top Walkway, stop by the café for a tasty treat or see if you can spot the Gruffalo!

Westonbirt, the UK’s National Arboretum is managed by the Forestry England and is one of the finest collections of temperate trees and shrubs in the world, celebrated not only for its diversity of species but also its maturity and unique planting style. Set out over 240 hectares (600 acres), 

See the website for further details including events, activities and prices.

A Personal Assistant is free while visiting with the person they are assisting. Proof of concession is not required.

Who to contact

Contact Name
Forestry England
Telephone
0300 067 4890 0300 067 4890
E-mail
westonbirt@forestryengland.uk
Website
Westonbirt Arboretum
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Where to go

Name
Westonbirt, The National Arboretum
Address
Forestry England
Westonbirt
Tetbury
Gloucestershire
Postcode

GL8 8QSGet directions to GL8 8QS

Notes

From London, Wales and the south west exit M4 at J18 onto A46 north, then take A433.

From Cheltenham, Oxfordshire and the north, go to Tetbury via Cirencester and follow the brown signs south on A433.

Dogs are welcome off lead in Silk Wood. Dogs are not permitted in the Old Arboretum or at events (except assistance dogs)

Availability

Age Ranges
Referral Details

We offer reduced entry for students, jobseekers and those arriving by bicycle or public transport.

Disabled adults are charged the adult admission rate, and disabled children under 18 years are charged the child admission rate. In both cases the cost of admission includes free entry for one essential carer per disabled visitor.

Under 5s go free.

Events are priced separately.

Other notes

For families
We have a play trail with outdoor play features and an under 5s play area.

Parking
There are 21 disabled parking spaces are located close to the Welcome Building.

Scooter and wheelchair loan
Wheelchairs and mobility scooters are available for free loan from the Welcome Building – they must be booked in advance by calling Westonbirt’s Visitor Services team on 0300 067 4861.

Accessible paths
There are DDA approved paths from the Welcome Building to main facilities, along with 17 miles of hard paths accessible for wheelchairs, scooters and buggies. Trails off the paths are accessible depending on weather conditions but can be unsuitable in wet conditions due to mud. Please note that due to the terrain we do not advise the use of three wheel electric scooters.

Disabled toilets
Disabled toilets can be found in the Welcome Building.

Changing Place
Our changing place can be found in the toilet block close to the Great Oak Hall. It includes toilet facilities as well as equipment such as a height adjustable changing bed and a ceiling hoist. The hoist can lift up to 190kg and allows users easy movement in all dimensions around the room. This facility is part of the Changing Places scheme.

Assistance Dogs
Registered assistance dogs are welcome in all parts of Westonbirt Arboretum. They are able to roam off the lead in our dog friendly area, Silk Wood, but on the lead in the Old Arboretum. Water is provided for dogs near to the Welcome Building, visitor services office and restaurant.

Local Offer

Local Offer Age Bands
0-4 (Birth to Pre-School)
4-11 (Primary School)
11-16 (Secondary School)
16-18 (Transitions into Adulthood)
18-25 (Young Adults)
SEN Provision Type
Universal

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Local Offer Age Bands
0-4 (Birth to Pre-School)
4-11 (Primary School)
11-16 (Secondary School)
16-18 (Transitions into Adulthood)
18-25 (Young Adults)
Is the building fully wheelchair accessible?
Yes
Is there disabled changing and toilet facilities?
Yes
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