October volunteer day
A massive thank you to everyone that came along yesterday – we got so much done! Despite the weather it...
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Tales from Tortworth – Lee’s story
Join us as we celebrate our 10th year with heartfelt stories from those who’ve been part of our journey. Read more
Tales from Tortworth – Naomi’s story
Tortworth Arboretum is such a wonderful and special place. In 2018 I moved from Lancashire to Gloucestershire and within four...
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Tales from Tortworth – Summer’s Story
I have attended the Oaktree project for 3 years now! When I first joined I was reserved and had very...
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Tales from Tortworth Aboretum – Kate’s story
Join us as we celebrate our 10th year with heartfelt stories from those who’ve been part of our journey. Read more
Tales from Tortworth – Richards story
Arboretum, Freedom getting lost in the hustle and bustleconnect connectfind a path communication is keyrelaxedin natureeyes openbrain engaged dappled lightthrough...
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September volunteer day
A joy filled and sunny volunteer day at the arboretum last Sunday. We spent the morning clearing around our veteran...
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The autumn equinox: balancing light and dark
As summer slips gently into autumn, the earth reaches a moment of perfect balance. The autumn equinox, which this year...
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Tales from Tortworth Aboretum – Mima’s story
Join us as we celebrate our 10th year with heartfelt stories from those who’ve been part of our journey. Here we hear from a young visitor (with a bit of help from mum). Read more
Tales from Tortworth Arboretum – Samantha’s story
Join us as we celebrate our 10th year with heartfelt stories from those who’ve been part of our journey. Here we hear from Tuesday Volunteer, Samantha. Read more
Meet the birch tree: peeling bark and woodland regeneration
With its silver-white bark and fluttering leaves, the birch tree is often one of the first to catch the eye...
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August volunteer day
It was a glorious sunny day for our volunteer day this month. We spent the morning clearing bracken around the...
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Tales from Tortworth Arboretum – Amy’s story
I first discovered the gem of Tortworth in 2016, and was lucky enough to spend a bit of time there...
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The secret life of moss and lichen
Even in the quietest corners of the woodland, life is unfolding. Mosses and lichens may seem small and unremarkable, but they are vital to the health of the forest.
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Bats at the arboretum: twilight life among ancient trees
As dusk falls over the arboretum, a quiet transformation begins. While most of us are heading home and switching off...
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