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Gather the family and explore summer at the Arboretum with Arbie the Owl. From arts and crafts, outdoor trails and storytelling, there will be something for all ages this half term.

Arbie’s i-Spy: Summer Trail

Join Arbie as he explores the Arboretum’s summer landscape, searching for green leaves, colourful flowers, and signs of the varied wildlife that call the Arboretum home, in this brand-new outdoor trail.

Don’t forget to collect your prize from the Welcome Desk team once you complete the trail and bring your Explorer’s Passport for your next set of stamps!
£2.50 | 10am – 5pm | 23 – 31 May 2026

Storytelling Sessions

Gather round and take your seats, as storytelling sessions take you on a journey of the imagination.
Advance booking is required for these storytelling sessions. Tickets will be on sale closer to the event date.
Free | advance booking recommended | 25 – 29 May 2026

Drop-In Arts & Crafts

Inspired by the Arboretum’s summer landscape, let your creativity loose in drop-in Arts and Crafts sessions.
Free | 11am – 3pm | 25 – 29 May 2026

Explorer’s Passport -New for 2026!

Pick up your free Explorer’s Passport and join in all the fun as the Arboretum celebrates its 25th Anniversary.
Collect as many stamps as possible each school holiday to earn a special prize.
Can you collect them all to become the ultimate explorer?

Stick Man Outdoor Trail

Youngest visitors will enjoy joining Stick Man on his journey back to the family tree. You can pick up a free copy of the self-led trail from the Welcome Desk. It is recommended that families wishing to try the trail wear appropriate footwear and clothing. The route may be unsuitable for some pushchairs.

Stick Man (C) 2008 & TM. Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffer. Licenced by Magic Light Pictures Ltd.
Free | 10am – 4pm | Daily throughout 2026

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