With storytelling sessions, family activities and special appearances from the Gruffalo. Copies of Gruffalo Granny will also be available to purchase. No need to book; first come, first-served basis.
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Showtime approaches with Westonbirt’s autumn colour
Westonbirt Arboretum is preparing for one of its most spectacular times of year, with its famous Japanese maples set to provide a dazzling display of autumn colour alongside trails, family activities and seasonal events. From 7 September, Westonbirt will explore the theme of The Magic of Maples, inviting visitors to experience the internationally renowned tree...
Woodland Orchestra at Westonbirt Arboretum
Make a variety of instruments from woodland materials, including a frog stick, rain maker and seed shaker, then try the sound challenges using your instruments, creating a soundtrack as frog goes on a woodland adventure. Suitable for ages 4+ years.
Wild About Bees at Westonbirt Arboretum
An informative discovery day about free-living honeybees and their lives led by members of the Natural Beekeeping Trust. Step into the observation hide to watch bees at work, try bee puzzles and challenges to enter the prize draw, and create bee crafts to take home. Suitable for ages 3+ years.
Sensory Woodland Walks at Westonbirt Arboretum
Guided walks that venture off the beaten path, encouraging families to explore the arboretum through smell, touch, sound and sight. Sessions run 10.30am–12pm and 1.30–3pm.
In Tune with Wellbeing at Westonbirt Arboretum
Outdoor wellbeing walks with gentle yoga, designed for families to unwind together beneath the trees. Pre book to avoid disappointment on the day. Wellbeing walks will run at allocated timeslots throughout the day, with sessions suitable for different ages.
Natures Soundtrack at Westonbirt Arboretum
Days of playful exploration, connecting with trees through sound creativity.
If Trees Could Talk at Westonbirt Arboretum
Uncover the secret lives of trees by learning to read their signs. Look at tree rings from different trees to see what this shows us about how they have lived – revealing the past environmental conditions they lived in such as droughts and fires. Create your own tree ring of life, and have a go at...
Creature Conversations at Westonbirt Arboretum
Is it possible to talk to a woodpecker? This gentle day invites families to sit quietly among the trees, map the sounds of woodland wildlife and sharpen listening skills.
Outdoor Cinema at Westonbirt Arboretum
Enjoy a memorable cinema in the surroundings of the arboretum on a giant outdoor screen. Pack a picnic, bring blankets or camping chairs; hot food, snacks, and drinks will be available on-site. 31 July Dirty Dancing (7:30pm); 1 August Encanto sing-a-long (1:30pm) and EPIC Elvis Presley in Concert (7:30pm); 2 August Room on the Broom...
Head to Westonbirt this February half-term for family fun
Shake off the winter blues this February half-term and head outdoors! Forestry England’s Westonbirt, The National Arboretum is the perfect place to recharge, explore and enjoy adventures without spending a fortune. With fresh air, stunning trees, and signs of spring just around the corner, it’s the ideal escape from screens and routines. Holly Firks-Matthews, Visitor Attraction Manager at Westonbirt,...
Richard Ashcroft at Westonbirt Arboretum
Performing as part of Forest live 2026, Richard was special guest to Oasis and his recent singles have generated great anticipation ahead of the release of his new album ‘Lovin You’. He is also performing an arena headline tour.
Rick Astley at Westonbirt Arboretum
Rick Astley’s career began in 1987, an unlikely global phenomenon with the success of ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ which established him as an international chart-topping, BRIT Award winning global star. Performing as part of Forest live 2026.
UB40 at Westonbirt Arboretum
Originally formed by Ali Campbell and his group of friends from diverse ethnic backgrounds in 1978, the band became known for socially aware lyrics and laid-back reggae rhythms; part of the Forest live 2026 program.
Deacon Blue at Westonbirt Arboretum
Scottish pop-rock band who formed in Glasgow in 1985, known for their melodic sound, heartfelt lyrics, and soulful blend of rock and pop influences perform as part of Forest live 2026.
Fatboy Slim at Westonbirt Arboretum
Norman Cook AKA Fatboy Slim is a pioneer of the 1990s big beat genre, known for his unique blend of funk, acid house, hip-hop, and rock. Part of the Forest Live 2026 program of events, an evening of live music, connecting with nature in a unique location.
Stick Man returns to Westonbirt Arboretum for a family adventure trail
Families will have the chance to join a new forest adventure as the much-loved character Stick Man, based on the beautiful picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, returns to Forestry England’s Westonbirt, The National Arboretum in 2025. From February 2025 to January 2026, Westonbirt will host specially designed Stick Man activity trails, where...
Westonbirt Arboretum in the Autumn, along with a visit to the new play area
Briony Buckell and her family enjoy a return visit to one of the country’s most beautiful woodland areas We have been visitors to Westonbirt for years and have enjoyed witnessing its development along the way, and now we have children they also love exploring with us. Ever since the STIHL Tree Top Walkway opened, it...
Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum charity launches Young Person membership
The charity, Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum, has launched a new Young Person membership to encourage access to nature and improve wellbeing for young adults. The membership, aimed at 18 to 25-year-olds, is available at a special rate of £30 compared with £45 for Single Membership, in recognition of financial constraints faced in this age group,...
Be a wildlife superhero this spring at Westonbirt Arboretum
As winter’s cold passes and spring bursts into life, something magical is happening at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum. The warmer and longer days bring the emergence of many forms of precious new life. Westonbirt looks forward to seeing new leaves appearing on the trees and flower buds opening; but it is not just about the...
Kids play for free this summer at Westonbirt Arboretum!
This summer Westonbirt Arboretum is all set to get everyone in the mood to play! Let your little ones (aged 0 – 18) run free this summer with their Kids Go Free offer, allowing children free admission from Saturday 22 July – Sunday 03 September, 9am-5pm. Then find the new summer play trail in Silk...