This beautiful arboretum features a stunning collection of trees and shrubs, with over 1,000 different species from around the world. The 45-acre site is particularly famous for its autumn colours, with the sugar maples, oaks and cherries creating a kaleidoscope of hues. Visitors can explore the arboretum via a network of winding paths, taking in the tranquil atmosphere and spotting the many birds and insects that call the site home. The arboretum also features several scenic viewpoints, including a picturesque lake and a tranquil woodland glade.
What a wonderful place. We visited Winkworth in April and it was a stunningly beautiful place with a variety of different walks, a lovely play area for the children and well equipped with a cafe and toilets. We did the yellow walk, stopping at the playground and then making our way down to the lake and the boat house with some fab views along the way. We then went to the wetland area and finally the bluebell meadows which were like a carpet of blue this time of year. It was lovely and you could spend a good few hours here. Also parking was free which was a bonus.
A great day. Excellent with varied walks for people with walking difficulties. There were a few people with mobility scooters, who had some issues with the terrain. Unfortunately the weather cannot be predicted and some easier routes had become more difficult. There are steep inclines, but also with easier routes for walkers with difficulties. Perhaps a firmer path for mobility scooters. Having said that the people we met with disabilities were having a good time too. Staff are all great and always ready for a chat.
Visited on Friday, and it was very quiet. It is a beautiful place to visit and look around, especially the bluebell forests. I've never seen such a mass of bluebells in one place. It was just amazing, and we couldn't quite capture it by photo. The boathouse is very pretty. We took our dog reactive dog there, but as there is so much space, you can easily avoid other dogs. All dogs were on leads, too, which was handy. He really enjoyed it, and the sniffs
Lovely place, wonderful views, well laid out with paths to walk through the bluebell woods. Next time I go I will take a hiking stick, due to a knee problem I didn't want to walk down the steps and steeper slopes to the lake without support. Well maintained by the National Trust.
Beautiful walks amongst the trees and around the grounds. Worth a visit in each of the different seasons (if the weather is nice). Accessible paths available by the top of the site, though access to the lake area is via steps or a long downhill path (not suitable for all). Toilets are by the entrance. Dogs on leads welcome. Currently (April 2024) having a new visitors centre being built. Current cafe/facilities are still open.
Beautiful place for a walk any time of year, but there are two times I'd highly recommend anyone to visit. Firstly, spring when the trees are coming back to life, bluebells are lining the forest floor, ducklings appear on the lake and the azalea path is in bloom. Second time is autumn when you get to an array of reds, oranges and yellows as the trees start to drop their leaves. Like most woodland sites there are a few planned trails of differing lengths to follow, or if you're like me you can freestyle it.
On-site services
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Hiking
Picnic tables
Public toilet
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
Dogs allowed
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What a wonderful place. We visited Winkworth in April and it was a stunningly beautiful place with a variety of different walks, a lovely play area for the children and well equipped with a cafe and toilets. We did the yellow walk, stopping at the playground and then making our way down to the lake and the boat house with some fab views along the way. We then went to the wetland area and finally the bluebell meadows which were like a carpet of blue this time of year. It was lovely and you could spend a good few hours here. Also parking was free which was a bonus.
A great day. Excellent with varied walks for people with walking difficulties. There were a few people with mobility scooters, who had some issues with the terrain. Unfortunately the weather cannot be predicted and some easier routes had become more difficult. There are steep inclines, but also with easier routes for walkers with difficulties. Perhaps a firmer path for mobility scooters. Having said that the people we met with disabilities were having a good time too. Staff are all great and always ready for a chat.
Visited on Friday, and it was very quiet. It is a beautiful place to visit and look around, especially the bluebell forests. I've never seen such a mass of bluebells in one place. It was just amazing, and we couldn't quite capture it by photo. The boathouse is very pretty. We took our dog reactive dog there, but as there is so much space, you can easily avoid other dogs. All dogs were on leads, too, which was handy. He really enjoyed it, and the sniffs
Lovely place, wonderful views, well laid out with paths to walk through the bluebell woods. Next time I go I will take a hiking stick, due to a knee problem I didn't want to walk down the steps and steeper slopes to the lake without support. Well maintained by the National Trust.
Beautiful walks amongst the trees and around the grounds. Worth a visit in each of the different seasons (if the weather is nice). Accessible paths available by the top of the site, though access to the lake area is via steps or a long downhill path (not suitable for all). Toilets are by the entrance. Dogs on leads welcome. Currently (April 2024) having a new visitors centre being built. Current cafe/facilities are still open.
Beautiful place for a walk any time of year, but there are two times I'd highly recommend anyone to visit. Firstly, spring when the trees are coming back to life, bluebells are lining the forest floor, ducklings appear on the lake and the azalea path is in bloom. Second time is autumn when you get to an array of reds, oranges and yellows as the trees start to drop their leaves. Like most woodland sites there are a few planned trails of differing lengths to follow, or if you're like me you can freestyle it.
