Winter Wonders - activity trail 

Follow a trail through Silk Wood, enjoying a winter ‘sound hunt’ by listening for the wind blowing through the treetops, the birds singing and your footsteps crunching on leaves. 

Learn about the science of winter and trees and find out how some animals keep cosy in the woodland. Can you build a tower using pinecones? Take a new journey around the arboretum and explore winter’s wonders! Including ‘Charcoal Creations’, 14 - 16 February, half-term activity: Head to the Learning Centre with the children, to create their very own charcoal drawing inspired by nature’s wonders of winter gathered from the arboretum. 

Date: Mon 20th Jan - Fri 28th Feb

Ages: 5yrs and over 

Location: Westonbirt Arboretum 

Cost: Free, after paying admission to the arboretum. 

Dogs are allowed in Silk Wood but not within the Old Arboretum. 

Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for walking and crafting.