Name: Whipsnade Tree Cathedral
Rating: 5.0

Whipsnade Tree Cathedral

Bushey Cl, Whipsnade, Dunstable LU6 2LQ, UK

1-99 Years

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Whipsnade Tree Cathedral this incredible Tree Cathedral, made from trees, shrubs and plants, was created after the First World War in the spirit of 'faith, hope and reconciliation'.
Whipsnade Tree Cathedral is a 9.5-acre garden in the village of Whipsnade in Bedfordshire, England.

It is planted in the approximate form of a cathedral, with grass avenues for nave, chancel, transepts, chapels and cloisters and "walls" of different species of trees. Trees, hedges and shrubs, planted in the form of a medieval cathedral.

Admission to the Tree Cathedral is free. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Free
Host birthday parties: No

Features

This incredible Tree Cathedral, made from trees, shrubs and plants, was created after the First World War in the spirit of 'faith, hope and reconciliation'.
Tree Cathedral: Trees, hedges and shrubs, planted in the form of a medieval cathedral.
Whipsnade and Dunstable Downs walk: This trail offers the chance to admire the Whipsnade Tree Cathedral before climbing up through Whipsnade Heath and returning to the Chilterns Gateway Centre. The view northwards from here is a good place to start and finish your walk.

Facilities

Parking: Parking is free but spaces are limited.
Dogs allowed: On short leads at all times please. There is a dog waste bin in the car park.

What to see

History of Whipsnade Tree Cathedral: This incredible tree cathedral, made from trees, shrubs and plants, was created after the First World War in the spirit of 'faith, hope and reconciliation' and is the Whipsnade Tree Cathedral that you see today.

For more upcoming events information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/essex-bedfordshire-hertfordshire/whipsnade-tree-cathedral/history-of-whipsnade-tree-cathedral

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Price

Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Countryside: Dawn - Dusk
Car park: 07:00 - 17:00

Address: Bushey Cl, Whipsnade, Dunstable LU6 2LQ, UK

Post Code: LU6 2LQ

Council: Central Bedfordshire

County: Bedfordshire

By road: Four miles south of Dunstable, off B4540. From Dunstable and Kensworth - After passing the church on your left turn, right along Bushey close. From Whipsnade zoo - after a sharp left bend turn left along Bushey Close.
On foot: From Dunstable Downs (Chilterns Gateway Centre) walk southwest towards the woodland to find Sallowsprings lane (public bridleway and part of the Chilterns way link). Continue southeast until you reach a signpost on your right marking an entrance to Whipsande Tree Cathedral (1.1 miles / 20 minutes)
By bus: Regular X31 services from Luton and Dunstable to Whipsnade village.
Parking: Parking is free but spaces are limited.