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Whipsnade Tree Cathedral

Trees, hedges and shrubs planted in the form of a medieval cathedral

Whipsnade, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 2LQ

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The Nave looking to the Chancel at Whipsnade Tree Cathedral, Bedfordshire, created in trees and hedges, following the First World War in the shape of chancel, nave, transepts and cloisters. Photographed in May.

Opening times for 30 November 2024
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Countryside Dawn - Dusk
Car park 07:00 - 17:00
Please ensure that you leave the car park before closing time otherwise you will be locked in and there is a charge for release.
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By road
Four miles south of Dunstable, off B4540. From Dunstable and Kensworth - After passing the church on your left turn, right along Bushey close. From Whipsnade zoo - after a sharp left bend turn left along Bushey Close.
Parking: Parking is free but spaces are limited
On foot
From Dunstable Downs (Chilterns Gateway Centre) walk southwest towards the woodland to find Sallowsprings lane (public bridleway and part of the Chilterns way link). Continue southeast until you reach a signpost on your right marking an entrance to Whipsande Tree Cathedral (1.1 miles / 20 minutes)
By bus
Regular X31 services from Luton and Dunstable to Whipsnade village
By bicycle
View local cycle routes on the National Cycle Network
By bicycle - more information

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