We are the oldest Botanic Garden in the UK, founded in 1621. We have nearly 7000 different plant species growing here in the centre of Oxford. There's lots to see and do through the year both outside and in our glasshouses.

A comprehensive and interesting collection of tools and implements is housed in the 18th Century granary at Waterperry Gardens. This museum shows the skills required in making horticultural and agricultural tools and also the skills needed to use them, as for example...

130 acres of native woodland, meadows and the best collection of trees in Oxfordshire

Whittlewood Forest is a former medieval hunting forest in the south of the county of Northamptonshire in England. There are tracts of ancient woodland within the forest, and old ditch boundaries can be found at the edges of several of the individual woods.

The old Forest of Savernake is derived from ancient wood pasture management, and has many veteran trees. The forest extends to 1100 hectares (2750 acres) most of which is classified as a Special Site of Scientific Interest (SSSI) as well as being registered as an...

Salcey Forest is an oasis of nature and history only 7 miles from the centre of Northampton. Wildlife and history are in abundance at Salcey. So come and discover why elephants roamed the forest and where to find a roman road.

Runnymede is a famous historical site which witnessed, in 1215, King John's sealing of Magna Carta. Set within the beautiful natural landscape are various memorials by Maufe, Jellicoe and Lutyens. The memorials commemorate moments in world history and provide the...

Kesteven Forest covers the area between Bourne and Grantham. It comprises scattered woodlands of various sizes, most of which are, at least in part, ancient. They each have their own unique character and are well worth a visit, to walk, ride or cycle around.

Westonbirt, The National Arboretum is a magical tree garden, with some of the oldest, rarest and biggest trees in the world. Set in a 600-acre historic landscape there are over 3,000 different trees and shrubs and 17 miles of easily accessible paths. It’s the...

Explore glasshouses, landscapes and 250 years of history at the world's most famous garden. Climb to the treetops, delve into rainforest or discover more on a guided tour. Recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003, Kew's rich horticultural and scientific...