The Cyril Hart Arboretum

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Trees in mist — Photo credit: Isobel Cameron

The Cyril Hart Arboretum

Discover a collection of over 200 trees with some even dating back to the early 1900s

Established in 1915 with trees brought back by the Victorian plant hunter Ernest Wilson from his 1910 explorations of China, The Cyril Hart Arboretum is home to over 200 tree species.

Originally known as the Speech House Arboretum, it was later renamed the Cyril Hart Arboretum after Dr Cyril Hart who dedicated a lifetime of service to forestry and was a Senior Verderer (1952 – 2009) of the Forest of Dean.

The collection of trees has been added to over the years and now contains species found from around the globe.

The arboretum can be explored along surfaced and unsurfaced paths, most of which are flat and can easily accommodate pushchairs. The arboretum is also within a fenced area making this site popular with dog walkers.

At a glance

The Arboretum is open all year round, except when extreme weather forces closure

20/02/2024 11:41

We have trampers available to hire for those with limited mobility.

02/02/2024 13:34

Whilst enjoying the area please be a responsible dog owner. Please pick up after your dog, and don't allow your dog to approach other people unless invited.

17/01/2024 12:53

Things to do

Hire a Tramper at Cyril Hart Arboretum

Visitors with permanent or temporary limited mobility can hire one of two ‘Walking with Wheels’ trampers through the Countryside Mobility Scheme.

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The Cyril Hart Arboretum Path

The arboretum path that loops around is partially stoned on the right hand-side from the carpark; it is an easy trail with no waymarkers.

If you would like to extend your walk, fo...

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