Westonbirt Arboretum

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Westonbirt Arboretum, Tree collection garden in Gloucestershire, England

The 600-acre Westonbirt Arboretum contains 15,000 specimens and 2,500 species of trees from different regions across the world, connected by 17 miles of paths.

Robert Holford established this tree collection in the 19th century by financing international expeditions to gather specimens from various continents for scientific study.

The arboretum maintains five national tree collections and conducts research programs focused on protecting endangered species through conservation initiatives.

Visitors can access the arboretum daily from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with rental options for mobility scooters and wheelchairs available at the welcome center.

The Silk Wood section of the arboretum contains specimens of every native British tree species, creating a reference collection of national flora.

Location: Easton Grey

Location: Boxwell with Leighterton

Location: Didmarton

Location: Shipton Moyne

Location: Westonbirt with Lasborough

Website: https://forestryengland.uk/westonbirt-the-national-arboretum

GPS coordinates: 51.60578,-2.22430

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:49

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