Summer to autumn Arboretum tour at Dyffryn Gardens
Relish the turning of the seasons on a free summer to autumn arboretum tour with Head Arborist, Rory on Tuesday 24 September.
- Booking advisable
- Admission applies
Get to know nature better on this summer to autumn Arboretum tour.
Dyffryn Gardens' Head Arborist, Rory Ambrose will take you on an in-depth tour of the wild and rambling Dyffryn Arboretum, focusing on how the trees change with the seasons, the science behind those changes and how you can more easily spot signs of the season turning when you're out and about.
It's also a great opportunity to find out what it takes to look after a wooden area such as this, what jobs the team have to undertake to keep it healthy and thriving and what challenges they face, especially in the rapidly changing environment that climate change has caused.
Ground yourself in the nature around you and fully link up with shifting seasons during this immersive, informative, autumnal ramble.
This is a free tour (admission also applies) but we recommend booking a ticket to ensure your spot as tour numbers are limited at 20 participants. "Walk-ins" are also welcome on the day but we recommend reserving your space in advance to avoid disappointment. The tour starts at 11am and lasts for one hour.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All Dyffryn Gardens Arboretum Tour | £0.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
More suited to adults but children are welcome.
- Meeting point
Meet at the Welcome Centre, let the Welcome Team know you're attending the Arboretum tour and they'll check you in and tell you next steps.
- What to bring and wear
This is an outdoor events which includes lots of walking so dress for the weather and wear comfy shoes.
- Accessibility
This event will be in the uneven terrain of the Arboretum. Please let us know when you book your tickets if you have any accessibility needs and we'll try our best to make the adjustments you need.
- Other
This is a free tour (admission also applies) but if you'd like to give a donation towards the arboretum's conservation and development at the end, Rory or the Welcome Team will happily help with that. We can accept donations via card or cash.
Upcoming events
Garden tour with the Head Gardener
Join Dyffryn’s Head Gardener for a tour around the gardens, taking in the seasonal highlights and sharing what the garden team are up to at this time of year.
Dyffryn Gardens introductory talks
Volunteer-led, 15 minute talks introducing visitors to Dyffryn Gardens and its history, starting 5 August.
House of Discovery exhibition at Dyffryn Gardens
Discover more of Dyffryn’s history and find out how we’re looking after this special place in our new exhibition in the Morning Room of Dyffryn House.
Sensory Reflection Trail at Dyffryn Gardens
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