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Sensing Nature Guided Walks at Westonbirt Arboretum

Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Forestry England, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QS
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These walks take place every second and fourth Friday of the month from Apr - Sep - 10.30am

Let Westonbirt's visually impaired guides lead you through an immersive and interactive sensory experience that aims to shift your perception, enjoy the arboretum at a slower pace and explore the trees of Westonbirt through your nonvisual senses.

Walks occur at 10.30am on the second and fourth Friday of the month from April - September.

Timetable
Friday 14 April
Friday 28 April
Friday 12 May
Friday 26 May
Friday 09 June
Friday 23 June
Friday 14 July
Friday 28 July
Friday 11 August
Friday 25 August
Friday 08 September
Friday 22 September

Book online (£1/person non-refundable booking fee in addition to admission entry) to guarantee your place. Walks can be booked up to 7 days in advance.

Please note that dogs are not permitted on these walks (except assistance dogs). Some of the visually impaired guides will be assisted by a guide dog. Please do not disturb the assistance dogs while they are working. Each walk lasts approx. 1.5 hours
Meet the Guides at the Welcome Building 5-10 mins before the start of the walk
There is no need to book in advance.
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for outdoor walking

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Book online (Admission cost plus £1/person non-refundable booking fee in addition to admission entry) to guarantee your place. Walks can be booked up to 7 days in advance.

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