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An arboretum (pl.: arboreta) is a botanical collection composed exclusively of trees and shrubs of a variety of species.
- Westonbirt National Arboretum, Gloucestershire. The Westonbirt National Arboretum is home to over 600 acres of trees, shrubs and woodland. There are also around 17 miles of walking paths, making this one of the best arboretums in England for a leisurely stroll.
- Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest, Kent. Fancy getting lost in a sea of beautiful conifers? Head over to the Bedgebury National Pinetum in Kent, where you’ll have over 2,000 acres of forest to explore.
- National Trust – Winkworth Arboretum, Surrey. At Winkworth, you’ll find the National Trust’s only dedicated arboretum. In addition to a wide variety of beautiful trees and shrubs, the Winkworth Arboretum boasts a picturesque lake and wetland habitats.
- Thorp Perrow, North Yorkshire. One of North Yorkshire’s premier arboretums, Thorp Perrow is home to five National Plant Collections and a diverse range of ‘Champion Trees’ – not to mention a fascinating bird of prey and mammal centre.
Sep 11, 2024 · Arboretum, place where trees, shrubs, and sometimes herbaceous plants are cultivated for scientific and educational purposes. An arboretum may be a collection in its own right or a part of a botanical garden. Important U.S. arboretums include the United States National Arboretum in Washington, D.C.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Living collections at an arboretum can be defined as trees that are grown with a purpose. Scientists and researchers can study these trees, learn how they grow, and understand what it takes...
An arboretum could be described as a “living library”. A beautifully curated collection of woody plants (trees and shrubs) from across the globe, each one carefully labelled and managed. In this episode of the Big Questions Podcast we chat to Ben Jones, Arboretum Curator at the University of Oxford Botanic Garden and Harcourt Arboretum ...
There are 600 acres and 17 miles of hard and grassy paths at Westonbirt Arboretum, allowing visitors to spend an entire day exploring it! The arboretum is split into 3 key areas. Dog friendly Silk Wood, the central Downs and dog free Old Arboretum. Download map.
The Arboretum is the perfect venue for developing an understanding of Remembrance, as well as a whole host of other subjects including science, literacy and geography. We support various curriculum-based objectives through a fully inclusive learning programme, actively engaging visitors of all ages. Find Out More.
