Arley Arboretum is one of the oldest Arboretums in Great Britain. Tucked away in the beautiful countryside of the Worcestershire and Shropshire borders near Bewdley, it boasts more than 300 species of trees in formal and informal plantings and gardens. The collection includes many rare and spectacular domestic and exotic trees. Nestling in the Severn Valley and overlooking the river, it has been growing and maturing in this idyllic setting for two centuries.

And now it is open to the public for the first time!

In summer the arboretum is beautiful and peaceful. Walk through the dapple shade amidst the hum of insects. Admire the mature canopy of trees rising high into the summer sky. Enjoy the unusual and colourful range of summer-flowering plants and shrubs. Sit and relax by the pools in the formal splendour of the Italian Garden, or look through the trees to the stunning views across the Severn and this very special part of the country.

A visit to the arboretum in summer can be very special!

• our four seasons;

• the Italian Garden;

• view aerial photograph;