Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest

Goudhurst , United Kingdom

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Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest, near Goudhurst in the United Kingdom, is a renowned arboretum and forest established in 1925 as a partnership between the Forestry Commission and the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

It is recognized for housing one of the world’s most comprehensive collections of conifers, spanning over 12,000 trees and shrubs across approximately 320 acres of Grade II listed landscape. The estate features rare, endangered, and historically important trees arranged to reflect their natural geographic groupings.

Known for its natural beauty with rolling hills, valleys, lakes, and diverse planting, Bedgebury also serves conservation and scientific research purposes, including the preservation of vulnerable conifer species. The adjoining forest offers extensive recreational activities like family cycling, mountain biking, hiking, Go Ape high ropes courses, and children’s play trails, making it a popular destination for both nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Bedgebury celebrates new planting and conservation efforts that contribute to building climate-resilient forests for future generations.