Discovery Walks at Westonbirt Arboretum

Take the path less travelled and delve a little deeper into our captivating trees with our discovery walks. 

When?

Every Thursday at 11.30.

Please note that dogs are not permitted on guided walks (except assistance dogs).      

Please wear weather / season appropriate clothing as the walk will be fully outside. Sturdy, closed-toed footwear is strongly recommended as walks do not always stay on paths. 

**Guided walks at Westonbirt Arboretum are led by dedicated volunteers and may occasionally be subject to cancellation.

Thursday 6 November - 11:45am

Tasting

A chance to taste some of the fruits & berries from our trees and shrubs in the Old Arboretum.

Thursday 13 November - 11:45am

Champion trees

Let us introduce you to our majestic champion trees, each standing as a record-breaking testament to nature's grandeur.

Thursday 20 November

Silk Wood

Take the path less travelled to discover the wonders of our Ancient Woodland which has existed for 2.000 years.

Thursday 27 November

Evergreens

Our guide will take you through Silkwood to explore the sometimes overlooked variety of evergreen trees, and those which have special significance at this time of the year.

Thursday 4 December

Focus on bark

A chance to get close and look  at the bark, what does it do and how the bark of some trees help improve air quality.

Thursday 11 December

Mystic midwinter

This guided walk in Silk Wood will demonstrate how trees and shrubs would help through the dark and cold months of winter before the festivals of light.

Thursday 18 December

Silk Wood

Take the path less travelled to discover the wonders of our Ancient Woodland which has existed for 2.000 years.

Discovery walks will pause over winter and return in March 2026