The Arboretum

The Arboretum is a public park in central Nottingham housing over 800 trees from around 65 different species scattered across landscaped gardens with winding paths. Ornamental water features and historic structures complete the layout of this carefully planned botanical space.

Samuel Curtis, a noted botanist and horticultural publisher, designed this first public park in Nottingham when it opened in 1852. The creation reflected a broader movement of cities establishing green spaces for public use during that period.

The park's name and Victorian character reflect the botanical interests and public recreation ideals of its era. The preserved buildings like the aviaries and bandstand remind visitors of how this place once functioned as both a learning and leisure destination for the community.

Four entrances on Waverley Road, Arboretum Street, North Sherwood Street, and Addison Street provide ways into the park. The network of surfaced paths is easy to walk and helps visitors navigate the grounds comfortably.

The park preserves its original Victorian design with features like a bandstand relocated from Nottingham Castle in 1881. The Tudor-style refreshment rooms dating from 1852 show how thoughtfully the original design was planned.

Location: City of Nottingham

GPS coordinates: 52.96100,-1.15700

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:48