Dinmore Hill, near Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 0PY

Queenswood Country Park & Arboretum

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7.5

Wildland

1–2 hours

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Why it's Wildland

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A 47-acre collection of more than 1,200 rare and exotic trees sits within ancient native woodland on Dinmore Hill. Queenswood’s woodland is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, and the arboretum is known for spring blossom and autumn colour.

Queenswood brings an internationally varied tree collection together with a much older native woodland landscape: wander among unusual specimens, then follow paths into woodland recognised for its wildlife value. The changing blossom and autumn foliage give repeat visits a different character.

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The experience

Explore the arboretum’s tree collection, take a waymarked walk through the surrounding woodland, and look out for spring blossom or autumn foliage. The visitor centre, café and playground offer additional stops; check current opening and facility details before travelling.

Things to do

Explore the specimen trees

Use the official Treefinder to discover trees in the arboretum, which contains more than 1,200 rare and exotic specimens.

Allow time to explore; exact duration depends on the route

Walk a waymarked trail

Choose a route through the arboretum and surrounding woodland. The reserve lists trails of differing lengths, including surfaced easy-access sections.

Follow the Gruffalo sculpture trail

The official visitor information identifies a Gruffalo sculpture trail among the site’s attractions. Check current details on arrival or before travelling.

Try the Lyrics, Leaves & Lives audio trail

This trail offers an introduction to the social and natural history of the woodland; check current availability before visiting.

Pause at the viewpoint

The official site lists a viewpoint among Queenswood’s visitor facilities. Check site information for its location and route details.

Make a day of it

Quick escape · About 1–2 hours

A first wander through the arboretum

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Begin with the arboretum and explore the specimen tree collection using the official Treefinder if useful.
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Follow a waymarked path and choose a surfaced easy-access section where appropriate.
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In spring, look for cherry and magnolia blossom; in autumn, look for colour in the maples and oaks.
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Check current café and visitor-centre hours if you plan to finish with a stop there.

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Make a half day of Queenswood

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Allow time to explore both the arboretum and the surrounding ancient native woodland.
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Choose from the waymarked trails; the reserve describes routes of differing lengths and some surfaced easy-access paths.
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Add the Gruffalo sculpture trail or the Lyrics, Leaves & Lives audio trail if suitable for your group and available on the day.
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Pause at the viewpoint, then use the visitor centre, café or playground as a final stop; check current facility hours.

Verified history

Queenswood’s arboretum contains more than 1,200 rare and exotic trees and is surrounded by ancient native woodland. The reserve describes the woodland as once forming part of a vast ancient oak wood that stretched towards the Welsh borders. A Lyrics, Leaves & Lives audio trail explores the woodland’s social and natural history. The supplied sources do not provide specific dates or named historical figures for the arboretum’s establishment.

Hidden details

A rare tree collection within ancient woodland — The contrast is a defining detail of the visit: the 47-acre arboretum holds more than 1,200 rare and exotic trees, while ancient native woodland surrounds it.

Look for blossom, then return for autumn colour — The arboretum is noted for spring cherry and magnolia blossom and autumn colour in maples and oaks. The same paths offer a markedly different seasonal display.

When to go

March · April · May · October · November · Visit during daylight; the site is listed as open from dawn to dusk. Facilities have separate opening hours.

Spring brings cherry and magnolia blossom; autumn is noted for colour in the maples and oaks. The reserve lists Queenswood as an all-year destination.

Check the forecast and trail conditions before setting out. No specific weather restrictions are stated in the supplied sources.

What to look for

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Compare the arboretum’s rare and exotic specimens with the surrounding native woodland. In spring, look for cherry and magnolia blossom
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in autumn, look for colour in the maples and oaks. The official site also provides a Treefinder to help locate specimen trees.

The story

Arboretum and woodland history; the official site offers a social and natural history audio trail.

Best time to go

Spring for cherry and magnolia blossom; autumn for colour in maples and oaks. The reserve is listed as an all-year destination.

Visit in spring for cherry and magnolia blossom or in autumn for colour in the maples and oaks. The site is listed as open all year, from dawn to dusk; facilities have separate hours.

How long to spend

1–2 hours; allow longer for trails, the arboretum and visitor facilities

Perfect for

Walkers · Families · Wildlife lovers · Photographers · History lovers

Before you go

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Address

Dinmore Hill, Leominster HR6 0PY

Phone

+44 1432 530088

Website

herefordshirewt.org

Listed hours

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

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Practical information

Opening & access

Open daily from dawn to dusk, with free entry. The on-site car park is pay-and-display; check current parking charges before visiting.

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Parking

Pay-and-display car park on site. The reserve page says parking costs up to £6 per day; check current charges before setting off.

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Toilets

Toilets and an accessible toilet are listed among the reserve facilities; check current availability before visiting.

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Food & drink

A Woodland Café is listed on the official site. Check current opening and service details before visiting.

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Dogs

Dogs must be on leads in the main visitor areas and woodland; in the arboretum they may be off lead but must remain under close control.

Accessibility

The reserve describes waymarked easy-access surfaced paths, disabled parking and an accessible toilet. Two Trampers are available to hire. Check arrangements and availability with the site before visiting.

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Cost

Free entry; parking is charged. Check current charges before visiting.

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