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Heritage Open Day

Find peace and tranquillity amongst this beautiful collection of trees and plants, set in a dramatic hillside location, surrounding a magnificent lake and wetland area.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

An arboretum with twisting paths leading to secret glades and hidden views. The dramatic hillside location provides the perfect canvas for a collection of plants and trees that paint a picture. Free entry for all visitors during Heritage Open Day (6-7 September).

Friday 6 September. Saturday 7 September.

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The basics

Suitability

Children of all ages welcome.

What to bring and wear

Wear clothing appropriate for the weather, and wellies or sturdy shoes.

Accessibility

The arboretum is planted on steep slopes and hills with steps. Please be aware that paths may become muddy and slippery.

Other

Last entry to the arboretum is 16:00

Upcoming events

Event

Summer of Play 

Where jam- packed fun- filled activities are for all the family across the arboretum.

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on
21 Aug to 4 Sep 2024
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 14 other dates or times
Event

Winkworth Wild Craft Wednesdays 

Back by popular demand. Winkworth Wild Craft Wednesday's are back, test out your artistic and creative skills.

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on
21 Aug to 4 Sep 2024
at
11:00 to 14:00
+ 2 other dates or times
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Funky Fungi Foray 

Learn and explore all the different fungi that calls Winkworth home.

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on
5 Oct to 16 Nov 2024
at
10:30 to 12:30
+ 3 other dates or times
Event

Autumn Colour Early Morning Photography 

Discover Winkworth Arboretum before normal opening hours, to take wonderous photos of the autumnal colour explosion.

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on
15 Oct to 5 Nov 2024
at
08:00 to 10:00
+ 3 other dates or times