Thorp Perrow Arboretum, Bedale, United Kingdom

Thorp Perrow Arboretum

Bedale, United Kingdom

Thorp Perrow Arboretum near Bedale in North Yorkshire, United Kingdom, is an 85-acre woodland garden created in 1931 by Colonel Sir Leonard Ropner.

The estate has a long history, with parts of the landscape dating back to the 16th century and featuring ancient woodland known as Springs Wood. The arboretum includes five National Plant Collections and 51 Champion Trees recognized for their size and rarity.

Over the decades, the Ropner family, including Sir Leonard's son Sir John and his wife Niki, have maintained and expanded the arboretum, enhancing its collections and natural beauty. Visitors enjoy thematic trails, seasonal displays like snowdrops, daffodils, and autumn foliage, as well as lakes, wildflower meadows, and a Birds of Prey Centre with regular flying demonstrations.

Thorp Perrow is celebrated as one of the finest arboreta in the UK, blending historical grandeur with conservation, education, and recreational amenities that make it a popular destination for nature lovers and families.

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Thorp Perrow Arboretum, Bedale DL8 2PS, United Kingdom

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