Welcome to the National Arboreta
The National Arboreta were formed in 2001 with the joining of the Forestry Commission’s two premier tree collections – Bedgebury Pinetum in Kent and Westonbirt Arboretum in Gloucestershire. Together they contain approximately 4000 different taxa and as such form one of the most comprehensive tree collections in the world. Working in partnership with other organisations we are dedicated to safeguarding the world’s trees by promoting wider understanding through research, conservation and education.
Westonbirt, The National Arboretum
Westonbirt, The national Arboretum in Gloucestershire is one of the most spectacular tree gardens in the world. an historic collection of over 3000 different trees and shrub species many of which are rare or endangered in their native lands.
Covering 600 acres, the arboretum is an inspiring place to relax, get back to nature and indulge your senses. You will want to return to explore time and time again.
Bedgebury, The National Pinetum
The National Pinetum at Bedgebury is the finest collection of conifers on one site in the world. With over 10,000 trees and shrubs from across five continents, many of them rare and endangered, it is a beautiful and tranquil place to walk, picnic and enjoy nature away from the stresses of everyday life.
Both sites have an extensive programme of events and activities all through the year, fun for the whole family.
