Not only is there an impressive display of autumn colour to enjoy at Westonbirt Arboretum this month, but families can also discover new October half term activities, too.
All themed around tree conservation, these exciting events — which are free after admission! — explore how Westonbirt plays a key role in protecting some of the world's most threatened tree species.
Follow the 'Tree Guardians' family trail through the Old Arboretum, learning how the trees at Westonbirt are cared for, how they're protected in the wild and how climate change is affecting them through fun wildlife detective activities.
Available until the end of November, kids can have plenty of fun playing ‘Tree Trumps’ and even make their own pledge to protect trees for the future.
Then from Monday 28 October until Friday 1 November 2024, Westonbirt's half term event 'Trees for the Future' gives children an insight into the world's disappearing trees. Get crafty with natural materials, making a pinecone hedgehog or maple seed dragonfly, and sow some tree seeds to take home.
Meanwhile, daily guided walks give nature lovers of all ages the chance to explore the arboretum's magical tree garden, uncovering some of its best-kept autumnal secrets...
Westonbirt, which is managed by Forestry England, is playing a vital part in protecting trees for the future, with over 100 threatened tree species in its collection.
Tree conservation manager, Dan Crowley, said: 'Here at Westonbirt, we are well-placed to further develop our role in global tree conservation, working with other organisations both in the UK and internationally to help save tree species from extinction.
'Growing threatened tree species in collections like Westonbirt is an essential ‘insurance policy’ for these trees. By caring for threatened trees in the arboretum collection we can learn more about them, as well as make material available for research and, where applicable, for plant re-introductions. Within the botanic garden community, we have the resources to conserve our trees, and it is vital that we do so. Their future is in our hands.'
For more information about visiting Westonbirt in autumn, and to find out more about its conservation efforts, visit
