Westonbirt, The National Arboretum
Westonbirt
Tetbury
Gloucestershire
GL8 8QS
England
Website
Our website
www.forestry.gov.uk/westonbirt
Information for families
www.forestry.gov.uk/westonbirt-families
Information for schools
www.forestry.gov.uk/westonbirt-education
General information
Telephone
01666 880220
Westonbirt - The National Arboretum, in the South Cotswolds, is one of the most magical and important tree gardens in the world.
Venue Type:
Heritage site, Environmental or ecological centre, Garden, parklands or rural site
Additional info
Electric scooters and manual wheelchairs can be found at the visitor services building next to the Great Oak Hall and are free of charge. Due to a limited number, these must be booked in advance: 01666 881 218
Green Woodworking courses
Pole lathes and benches are set up to create a traditional chairmakers' workshop.
Groups of up to ten participants learn to select timber, to cleave it from the log, to shape it with draw knives on a shaving horse and to turn it on a pole lathe. They also learn to steam bend, use a variety of hand tools to carve a chair seat, and to frame a well proportioned and strong Windsor chair.
Please see web site for exact details of the time of events.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
Admission
Six day courses cost from £300 which includes all tools and materials.
Website
Green Woodworking courses
Pole lathes and benches are set up to create a traditional chairmakers' workshop.
Groups of up to ten participants learn to select timber, to cleave it from the log, to shape it with draw knives on a shaving horse and to turn it on a pole lathe. They also learn to steam bend, use a variety of hand tools to carve a chair seat, and to frame a well proportioned and strong Windsor chair.
Please see web site for exact details of the time of events.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
Admission
Six day courses cost from £300 which includes all tools and materials.
Website
Forest Folk
Look closely and you’ll discover the arboretum is full of mysterious characters. Then use the arboretum for inspiration and natural ‘stuff’ to create your own woodland goblin. For ages 3+.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-4pm
Admission
Adults: £6.00-£10.00. Concessions: £5.00-£9.00. Children: £2.00-£4.00
Under 5s: Free.
Website
Forest Folk
Look closely and you’ll discover the arboretum is full of mysterious characters. Then use the arboretum for inspiration and natural ‘stuff’ to create your own woodland goblin. For ages 3+.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-4pm
Admission
Adults: £6.00-£10.00. Concessions: £5.00-£9.00. Children: £2.00-£4.00
Under 5s: Free.
Website
Forest Folk
Look closely and you’ll discover the arboretum is full of mysterious characters. Then use the arboretum for inspiration and natural ‘stuff’ to create your own woodland goblin. For ages 3+.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-4pm
Admission
Adults: £6.00-£10.00. Concessions: £5.00-£9.00. Children: £2.00-£4.00
Under 5s: Free.
Website
Green Woodworking courses
Pole lathes and benches are set up to create a traditional chairmakers' workshop.
Groups of up to ten participants learn to select timber, to cleave it from the log, to shape it with draw knives on a shaving horse and to turn it on a pole lathe. They also learn to steam bend, use a variety of hand tools to carve a chair seat, and to frame a well proportioned and strong Windsor chair.
Please see web site for exact details of the time of events.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
Admission
Six day courses cost from £300 which includes all tools and materials.
Website
Tree Lotions
Over a quarter of all medicines have plant origins. Join us to discover tree cures for cancer, bird flu, sunburn and memory loss! Then have a go at making your own astronaut cream. For ages 3.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-4pm
Website
Tree Lotions
Over a quarter of all medicines have plant origins. Join us to discover tree cures for cancer, bird flu, sunburn and memory loss! Then have a go at making your own astronaut cream. For ages 3.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-4pm
Website
Tree Lotions
Over a quarter of all medicines have plant origins. Join us to discover tree cures for cancer, bird flu, sunburn and memory loss! Then have a go at making your own astronaut cream. For ages 3.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-4pm
Website
Advanced Photography Workshops
The workshops aim to enhance confidence and understanding of digital cameras in order to capture great landscapes.
For more information visit www.abbeyphotoschool.co.uk, call 01285 653069
Suitable for
- 18+
When
10:30am-3:30pm
Admission
£105.00 per delegate (includes entry to the arboretum). Bring your own lunch - tea & coffee provided.
Website
Green Woodworking courses
Pole lathes and benches are set up to create a traditional chairmakers' workshop.
Groups of up to ten participants learn to select timber, to cleave it from the log, to shape it with draw knives on a shaving horse and to turn it on a pole lathe. They also learn to steam bend, use a variety of hand tools to carve a chair seat, and to frame a well proportioned and strong Windsor chair.
Please see web site for exact details of the time of events.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
Admission
Six day courses cost from £300 which includes all tools and materials.
Website
Trees For Time Travellers
A lot can happen in the lifetime of a tree! Travel back to when all our trees were young to discover how Westonbirt started, daring plant hunters and a passion for plants. Then explore the future and meet some of our rising tree stars. This activity will include crafts and a family trail. For ages 3+.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
- 0-4
- 7-10
- 5-6
- 11-13
When
10:30am-4pm
Website
Trees For Time Travellers
A lot can happen in the lifetime of a tree! Travel back to when all our trees were young to discover how Westonbirt started, daring plant hunters and a passion for plants. Then explore the future and meet some of our rising tree stars. This activity will include crafts and a family trail. For ages 3+.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
- 0-4
- 7-10
- 5-6
- 11-13
When
10:30am-4pm
Website
Trees For Time Travellers
A lot can happen in the lifetime of a tree! Travel back to when all our trees were young to discover how Westonbirt started, daring plant hunters and a passion for plants. Then explore the future and meet some of our rising tree stars. This activity will include crafts and a family trail. For ages 3+.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
- 0-4
- 7-10
- 5-6
- 11-13
When
10:30am-4pm
Website
Wooden Wonders
Westonbirt education centre family activity trail. Join Westonbirt's learning team this summer for a series of great family activities including Wooden Wonders.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
- Family friendly
- Any age
When
10:30am-4:30pm
Admission
Free after admission: Adults: £6:00-£10:00. Concessions: £5:00-£9:00. Children: £2:00-£4:00. Under 5s free.
Website
Wooden Wonders
Westonbirt education centre family activity trail. Join Westonbirt's learning team this summer for a series of great family activities including Wooden Wonders.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
- Family friendly
- Any age
When
10:30am-4:30pm
Admission
Free after admission: Adults: £6:00-£10:00. Concessions: £5:00-£9:00. Children: £2:00-£4:00. Under 5s free.
Website
Wooden Wonders
Westonbirt education centre family activity trail. Join Westonbirt's learning team this summer for a series of great family activities including Wooden Wonders.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
- Family friendly
- Any age
When
10:30am-4:30pm
Admission
Free after admission: Adults: £6:00-£10:00. Concessions: £5:00-£9:00. Children: £2:00-£4:00. Under 5s free.
Website
Wooden Wonders
Westonbirt education centre family activity trail. Join Westonbirt's learning team this summer for a series of great family activities including Wooden Wonders.
Suitable for
- Especially for children
- Family friendly
- Any age
When
10:30am-4:30pm
Admission
Free after admission: Adults: £6:00-£10:00. Concessions: £5:00-£9:00. Children: £2:00-£4:00. Under 5s free.
Website
Green Woodworking courses
Pole lathes and benches are set up to create a traditional chairmakers' workshop.
Groups of up to ten participants learn to select timber, to cleave it from the log, to shape it with draw knives on a shaving horse and to turn it on a pole lathe. They also learn to steam bend, use a variety of hand tools to carve a chair seat, and to frame a well proportioned and strong Windsor chair.
Please see web site for exact details of the time of events.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
Admission
Six day courses cost from £300 which includes all tools and materials.
Website
Green Woodworking courses
Pole lathes and benches are set up to create a traditional chairmakers' workshop.
Groups of up to ten participants learn to select timber, to cleave it from the log, to shape it with draw knives on a shaving horse and to turn it on a pole lathe. They also learn to steam bend, use a variety of hand tools to carve a chair seat, and to frame a well proportioned and strong Windsor chair.
Please see web site for exact details of the time of events.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
Admission
Six day courses cost from £300 which includes all tools and materials.
Website
Advanced Photography Workshops
The workshops aim to enhance confidence and understanding of digital cameras in order to capture great landscapes.
For more information visit www.abbeyphotoschool.co.uk, call 01285 653069
Suitable for
- 18+
When
10:30am-3:30pm
Admission
£105.00 per delegate (includes entry to the arboretum). Bring your own lunch - tea & coffee provided.
Website
Green Woodworking courses
Pole lathes and benches are set up to create a traditional chairmakers' workshop.
Groups of up to ten participants learn to select timber, to cleave it from the log, to shape it with draw knives on a shaving horse and to turn it on a pole lathe. They also learn to steam bend, use a variety of hand tools to carve a chair seat, and to frame a well proportioned and strong Windsor chair.
Please see web site for exact details of the time of events.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
Admission
Six day courses cost from £300 which includes all tools and materials.
Website
Green Woodworking courses
Pole lathes and benches are set up to create a traditional chairmakers' workshop.
Groups of up to ten participants learn to select timber, to cleave it from the log, to shape it with draw knives on a shaving horse and to turn it on a pole lathe. They also learn to steam bend, use a variety of hand tools to carve a chair seat, and to frame a well proportioned and strong Windsor chair.
Please see web site for exact details of the time of events.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
Admission
Six day courses cost from £300 which includes all tools and materials.
Website
Advanced Photography Workshops
The workshops aim to enhance confidence and understanding of digital cameras in order to capture great landscapes.
For more information visit www.abbeyphotoschool.co.uk, call 01285 653069
Suitable for
- 18+
When
10:30am-3:30pm
Admission
£105.00 per delegate (includes entry to the arboretum). Bring your own lunch - tea & coffee provided.
Website
Inspired by Autumn
Be inspired by our spectacular autumn colours and create your own art.
There will be a different art activity each day – so why not come more than once!
When is the event?
Monday 28 October 2013 (more dates available)
Who is this for?
Age 3+
No booking required
Dogs Allowed:
No
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Free after admission, Adults: £6.00-£10.00
Concessions: £5.00-£9.00
Children: £2.00-£4.00
Under 5s: Free
Website
Advanced Photography Workshops
The workshops aim to enhance confidence and understanding of digital cameras in order to capture great landscapes.
For more information visit www.abbeyphotoschool.co.uk, call 01285 653069
Suitable for
- 18+
When
10:30am-3:30pm
Admission
£105.00 per delegate (includes entry to the arboretum). Bring your own lunch - tea & coffee provided.
