Westonbirt The National Arboretum
Forestry Commission
Tetbury
Gloucestershire
GL8 8QS
Guide Prices
Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
---|---|
Adult (December) | £8.00 per ticket |
Adult (March - November) | £11.00 per ticket |
Adult (Peak weekends, 17/18, 24/25, 31 October and 1, 7/8 November) | £15.00 per ticket |
Child 5-18 (December) | £3.00 per ticket |
Child 5-18 (March - November) | £4.00 per ticket |
Child 5-18 (Peak weekends, 17/18, 24/25, 31 October and 1, 7/8 November) | £7.50 per ticket |
Child Under 5 | Free |
Student (December) | £5.00 per ticket |
Student (March - November) | £7.00 per ticket |
Student (Peak weekends, 17/18, 24/25, 31 October and 1, 7/8 November) | £10.00 per ticket |
See website for event ticket prices.
The Student rate applies to students, cyclists, public transport users and jobseekers.
Group discounts are available based on a minimum group size of 10.
The student rate applies to students, cyclists, public transport users and unemployed.
Group discounts are available based on a minimum group size of 10.
Opening Times
2021 (1 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2021) | ||
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Day | Times | |
Monday | 09:00 | 17:00* |
Tuesday | 09:00 | 17:00* |
Wednesday | 09:00 | 17:00* |
Thursday | 09:00 | 17:00* |
Friday | 09:00 | 17:00* |
Saturday | 09:00 | 17:00* |
Sunday | 09:00 | 17:00* |
* Last admission 4.15pm
Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to changeFacilities
Attraction Facilities
- Childrens Play Area
- Shop
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
- Picnic Site
Establishment Features
- Conference facilities - The Great Oak Hall and Education Centre are available to hire for corporate events.
- Dogs Accepted
- Event venue
- Open All Year
- Tea / Coffee Shop
- Toilets
Key Features
- Approx length of visit - 2.5 hours
- Forest Location
- In countryside
- Max group size - No maximum
- Outdoor Attraction
Parking & Transport
- Car parking
- Coach Parking
- On site parking
- Parking (free) - Included in the cost of admission
Payment Methods
- American Express accepted
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Min group size - 10
- Special group rates - £3-£8
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals
Travel & Trade
- Group discounts available
- Min group size numeric qualifier - 10
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted - Please enquire for further details
Map & Directions
Road Directions
From Bath take the A4 to the A46, signposted Stroud. Continue for approx. 8 miles and follow brown signs to Westonbirt on the A46. From Bristol follow signs to the M32, then onto the M4. Leave at junction 18 onto the A46, signposted Stroud. Continue for approx. 6 miles and follow brown signs to Westonbirt on the A46. From Cirencester take the A419 then the A429 signposted Bath, Chippenham, continue forward on the A433 to Tetbury, take the A46 signposted Bath and follow the brown signs to Westonbirt on the A46.
Public Transport Directions
For information on train times contact National Rail on 08457 484950. For information on bus times contact Traveline on 0871 2002233. The nearest train station is Kemble which is located between the towns of Tetbury and Cirencester and is a 15 minute taxi journey from Westonbirt.
TripAdvisor

- Travelers Choice 2020
- Excellent1369
- Very Good683
- Average235
- Poor100
- Terrible101
Recent Reviews:
- 1samantha1Hereford, United KingdomTrip Type:Friends getawayDisenchanting.Tuesday, 22nd December 2020This was not at all enchanting.We got to the end dissapointed feeling like the event hadnt really got started and bemused with the rediculous pantomime theme ,silly characters and lack of imagination... Read full review
- Emigratingagainunited kingdomPoor light show and overcrowded. Total disappointment!Wednesday, 23rd December 2020Absolutely awful experience. Queuing from start to end, with no room to walk at your own pace. Far too many people (felt dangerous in times of Covid and too risky to take off our masks as no... Read full review
- joseyw708Not a nice experienceThursday, 31st December 2020I didn't want to write this, but... having just seen previous reviews, and pictures from our family of the lights at Wakehurst, I feel obligated to confirm the poor reviews of Westonbirt. I was very... Read full review
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