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January and February
In January and February snowdrops and wild cyclamen are the first to be seen.
Also during this time the Big School Bird Watch takes place in conjunction with the West Midland Bird Club and the Wyre Forest County Council Sustainability Officer. Contact 01562 820505 for more information. |
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Spring (March to April)
In early spring acres of daffodils and later primroses, bluebells and foxgloves line many of the woodland walks and plantations.
Beautiful blossom adorns a variety of trees spread out all over the Arboretum, such as Magnolias, Cherries, Crab Apple and the Jargonelle Pear trees in the Conservation hedge that line part of the mile long drive.
This is the lambing and calving season and the new borns can be seen in the barns and fields on the farm. A little later come the new chicks hatching from the farmyard poultry.
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Pencil and Watercolour Workshop April 4th 2011
Twice a year local artist Daphne Millington holds a Pencil and Watercolour Workshop for people of all abilities from beginners to the experienced.
It is held in the Visitor Centre and costs £26.50
which includes morning coffee, buffet lunch and a choice of dessert followed by tea or coffee.
Afternoon tea is served with freshly made scones, jam and cream. There is another Pencil and Watercolour Workshop on November 8th |
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Easter Tuesday
Breast Cancer Charity Walk (
Tuesday 26th April 2011)
Enjoy a 4 mile walk with the family and raise money for this worthwhile cause. Buy a pack for £8.00 includes a t-shirt,
bottle of water donated by Sainsburys.
For further information please telephone Denise 01384 393077. |
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Carpets of Bluebells (April to May)
The humble bluebell reaches full blossom in April and May and the wooded areas become a carpet of blue under the canopies of trees,
a view not to be missed. |
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Laburnum Tunnel (End of May to June)
The spectacular Laburnum Tunnel is in full bloom Late May/ Early June and together with the Azaleas, Rhododendrons and flowering trees are a delight in late spring.
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Summer (June to Mid September)
Everything is green and lush, making this a lovely time to visit.
Taking long tranquil walks in the warmth and sunshine, sit and rest at the many seats to enjoy the breathtaking views. |
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Autumn Colours (Mid September to Mid November)
Autumn leaf colour develops at the end of the annual growth cycle, prior to leaf fall. The colour is good when plentiful sunshine is followed by an early frost.
Hundreds of trees put on an autumn display that is perhaps the most spectacular in the area. The Acers will go from bright yellow to vibrant oranges and reds. Scarlet Oaks will, as their name suggests fill the woods with sweeps of vibrant red, even Magnolia with its bright red seed pods add to the spectacle.
We are open every day in October so our visitors can take full advantage of this wonderful season. |
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Pencil and Watercolour Workshop November 8th 2010
Come and enjoy a relaxing and rewarding day with local artist Daphne Millingtons Pencil and Watercolour Workshop.
Arrive at 10 o'clock for coffee, and no matter what your ability Daphne will help you to progress with your Pencil and Watercolour techniques. Enjoy a Carvery lunch with pudding
and then on to the afternoon session.
Break for afternoon tea with freshly cooked homemade scones, jam and cream.
Spend the last half an hour with Daphne concluding the session to finish at 4 o'clock. Price £26.50, another Pencil and Watercolour Workshop is held on April 4th 2011.
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Winter (Mid November to the end of February)
This can be a magical time to see the Arboretum with the trees covered in a sprinkling of snow or frost. A winter walk will help you stay healthy at a time when the landscape is pared down to its beautiful bones.
After your walk warm up with a cup of tea or coffee in the Visitor Centre. |
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Christmas Nativity
27th November to 3rd January
The Nativity trail at Bodenham is something for the whole family to enjoy. After the busy season of the beautiful autumn colours through October and November we begin to prepare for our favorite time of year when the farm and old farm buildings are transformed into the story of the Christmas Nativity.
It begins at the visitor centre where you purchase a ticket and collect, if you wish, a Christmas quiz sheet. A trail is made around the Arboretum from "stars" located on the trees and a Christmas quiz question is below each star. Some of the questions are easy - but some are a little more challenging! This makes it interesting for all the family to participate. The trail is followed around the big pool to the old farm buildings where life size wooden characters are set in the Nativity story. What brings it literally to life are the starring roles of Bodenham's animal friends- our donkeys, sheep, cattle and this year turkeys.
The trail is a quarter of a mile long with benches along the way. It ends back at the Visitor Centre where you can post your Christmas Quiz sheet. The correct answers are put into a draw and prizes are awarded to the winners.
Back in the Visitor Centre you can enjoy the Christmas spirit with a traditional Christmas menu. The room is decorated with a mixture of modern and natural decoration. There is a themed "Mother Christmas" grotto for the children - the cost is £3.50 to see Mother Christmas and receive a gift.
The Bodenham Nativity trail is open every day until January 3rd (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day) |
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Children's Grotto
from Wednesday 1st December to
Thursday 23rd December. Grotto open every weekend and by arrangment Monday to Friday.
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Christmas Lunches
from Wednesday 1st December
to Sunday 26th December
(Closed Christmas Eve & Christmas Day) |
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Open over New Year, 1st, 2nd and 3rd January
(A reduced menu will be served over the Christmas & New Year period 27th December to 1st January) |
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