Go Jauntly trail walk - Westonbirt Arboretum’s Silk Wood

Explore Silk Wood and discover a fascinating ancient woodland!

Follow a brand-new free digital walking trail to discover more about Silk Wood, its history, wildlife and woodland.

What to expect

The easy-to-follow walk is packed with exciting photos, audio, and detailed descriptions of the many fascinating woodland features you’ll see along the trail, as it guides you around one of the oldest sections of the Arboretum. Along the way you’ll learn how this ancient woodland is managed, the threats it faces and how it is being actively restored.

The walk, called ‘Westonbirt Arboretum’s Silk Wood’ and created for Westonbirt’s Silk Wood Community Planting Project, can be found on the Go Jauntly app, an award winning, walking, wayfinding and nature connection app.

Download ‘Westonbirt Arboretum’s Silk Wood’ free digital walk now before you set off, by searching ‘Westonbirt’ in the Go Jauntly app. 

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Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, GL8 8QS
This trail is in Silk Wood, an area that is dog friendly. We recommend downloading the trail for free via the Go Jauntly app before visiting.
How much?
Free after admission
Is this trail for you?
This trail is aimed at people aged 11+ but can be enjoyed by all.
Trail Length
Approx 2.3 mile / 3.8km - at an adult pace this trail can be walked in 1 hour and 40 mins, unless stopping for breaks.
Accessibility
The trail route is accessible for wheelchairs. We have a changing place onsite.