Patrons of the Garden and Arboretum enjoy a programme of small group visits to the botanical art hidden away in college libraries, the Herbaria in Plant Sciences and in some of the best gardens and estates in the area.
We are a very friendly group of people who enjoy visiting gardens together and learning from each other's skills and experiences.
The Bobarts Patron Group was established in 2004
It’s a very friendly group sharing many skills and different experiences
Members receive all the benefits of the Friends of OBG
In addition, benefits from among the following:
Small group visits to the botanical art and gardens of the Oxford colleges
Opportunities to see the Herbaria in Plant Sciences
Regular access to some of the best gardens and estates around Oxford
Exclusive trips to Kew, RHS Lindley Library, Chelsea Physic Garden
Since 2012 at least one all day visit each year with two gardens and lunch
Longer overnight visits have been arranged to gardens in more distant counties such as Somerset and Herefordshire
Annual Bobarts Day reception at either OBG or Arboretum, with Director, Senior Staff and Curators.
The knowledge that you are supporting the OBGA with valuable additional funding.
If you are not already a member, please consider joining the Bobarts group to enjoy these special visits and tours.
To join the Bobarts Group download and complete this form.