The Birds and the Bees… and Trees at Westonbirt Arboretum
The Birds and the Bees… and Trees
3 March - 31 May
Spring is bursting into colour at Westonbirt, and this year we invite you to stop, look closer and uncover surprising secrets revealed by taking a closer look at the flowers.
As you wander through the arboretum, you’ll come across signs that explore why flowers look the way they do, and how trees have developed nifty tricks to for reproduction and ultimately, their survival.
Expect fun facts and curious discoveries that reveal the magical world of tree reproduction – the real ‘birds and bees’ for trees!
Pick up the spring map from the Welcome Building, then head out to explore some of spring’s best kept secrets.
This is a free activity after admission.
Suitable for ages 15+
Where? Silk Wood and Old Arboretum
Panel information
Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, GL8 8QS
Panels are scattered throughout the arboretum to enjoy at your own pace, rather than following a set route. If you’d like to find them all, a spring map is available from the Welcome Building.
Grade - Easy
Is this activity for you?
Hard surface suitable for wheel chairs, mobility scooters, prams & buggies.
Location
Panels are located in the Old Arboretum and Silk Wood