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May 10, 2014 · A new visitor centre for Winkworth Arboretum. Winkworth Arboretum was created over 80 years ago as a glorious celebration of trees. It was the creation of local physician and horticulturalist Dr Wilfrid Fox in the 1930s and has been in the complete care of the National Trust since 1988. We're are now making further investments so that it ...
- Walking at Winkworth Arboretum
Discover the history of tree species at the arboretum as you...
- Eating at Winkworth Arboretum
Visiting Winkworth Arboretum with your dog Winkworth...
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All about trees - Winkworth Arboretum audio guide. Explore...
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- Visiting Winkworth Arboretum
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- Walking at Winkworth Arboretum
Discover the history of tree species at the arboretum as you are led though the woodland, meadows and wetland. Ask as the kiosk for the map that accompanies this guide. Mobile reception is limited at Winkworth Arboretum but our free WIFI is available at in Arbor Tearoom so best to download the audio trail in advance. Download in advance
- Visit The Boathouse
- Explore The Wetlands
- Discover Badgers Bowl
- The Azalea Steps
- Carved Benches
- Natural Play Area and Tree Adventure
Featured in many well-known film and TV series, the Boathouse on Rowe’s Flashe Lake is the perfect place to relax and enjoy your surroundings.
Once another lake, we've allowed these wetlands to redevelop naturally and they are now thriving with plant life. Keep your feet dry by enjoying the area from the bridge, made completely from recycled plastic bottles.
In the midst of Dr Fox's masterpiece planting is this peaceful glade, perfect for a family picnic or to simply sit and take in the atmosphere.
The Azalea Steps tend to look at their best during mid May, planted with Kurume hybrid azaleas which were introduced from Japan in the 1920s by E.H. Wilson. They give a stunning display of colour in late spring as the colours seem to tumble down the hillside toward the lake. The steps are also planted with acers, magnolias and clerodendrum as a bac...
We have two unique chainsaw-carved benches in the Upper Arboretum. The owl bench has looked down over an amazing view for years, and there's now a second bench adorned with fox figures in honour of Winkworth's creator, Dr Wilfrid Fox.
Nestled among birch trees is the natural play area. With fun features for all ages, it's a brilliant way to stimulate children's imaginations and encourage enjoyment of the natural environment. Older children will love exploring the Tree Adventure complete with a rope tunnel, mini climbing wall and a firefighter’s pole.
Winkworth Arboretum. Enjoy this 1.9-mile loop trail near Hascombe, Surrey. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 59 min to complete. This is a popular trail for walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. Enjoy winding round this ...
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- Hascombe, Surrey, England
Winkworth Arboretum is a National Trust -owned arboretum in the spread-out civil parish of Busbridge between Godalming and Hascombe, south-west Surrey, England . The 95 acres (38 ha) arboretum was founded by Dr Wilfrid Fox, starting in 1938 and continuing through World War II. He cleared the land and planted it with carefully chosen trees and ...
- 1938-1952
- National Trust
- AAAP Level 2
Winkworth Arboretum. 2 miles (2.5 km) Enjoy a series of woodland walking trails in this beautiful arboretum in Godalming. The area is run by the National Trust so there are very good facilities including a free car park and a tea room. In the woods you will find over 1,000 different shrubs and trees with many rare species.
Winkworth Arboretum is the National Trust’s only arboretum and is perfect for visiting any time of the year as the landscape changes with the seasons. This breath-taking arboretum is home to around 6,000 trees that comprise of over 1,000 different species. It was founded by Dr Wilfrid Fox, a local doctor, who created the arboretum in the early 20th century. He had a passion for ...
