Visit Harcourt Arboretum

Christmas Closure: The Arboretum will be closed from Wednesday 24th December until Saturday 3rd January, 2026.

A path through the woods into the distance. There is dappled sunlight

Explore over 130 acres of the world’s rare and endangered trees.

Located just 6 miles from the city centre, Harcourt Arboretum provides 130-acres of picturesque woodland, coppice and wildflower meadow.

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Social prescribers on a tour of the Arboretum

Guide to the Arboretum

Read the Arboretum guide to learn more about the sites main features, history and seasonal highlights.

Discover more about on-site facilities and policies (including toilets, food & drink, and our dog policy).

Download a map of the site to help navigate your next visit.

What's on?

Activities and Events

In addition to exploring the Arboretum at your own leisure, we have a busy calendar of events for you to get involved in. From activities, to family-friendly trails and events, there is plenty for you to enjoy.

Browse our busy calendar of events on the 'What's on?' page.

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Visiting the Arboretum

We recommend pre-booking before visiting the Arboretum to ensure entry. For group bookings of more than 15 people, please make a request at least three days in advance of your visit. For all other tickets, a range of options are available, including:

Adults, Accompanied Under 16s, and Concessions.
Disabled visitors and a concessionary rate for their accompanying carer.
Free entry for Oxford University students and staff with valid ID.
Free entry for Friends members.

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Directions

Harcourt Arboretum is located in Nuneham Courtenay, which is a 20 minute drive from Oxford Botanic Garden and the city centre. Visitors by car are welcome to use the on-site car park, or there is a regular bus service which offers a more sustainable alternative.

Those wanting to catch the bus can find the H4 bus stop in St Aldates (Oxford city centre), before boarding the X40 bus towards Reading. It is then just a short walk from the Baldon Lane stop to the Arboretum.

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Group Visits

For groups of more than 15 people, please contact us at least three days in advance to ensure entry.

Become a Friend

Friends of Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum can visit for free with a valid membership pass.

Our strategic aims are to inspire a greater appreciation of plants and the environment, to advance knowledge through research and education, and to conserve plant diversity for future generations. Your support is vital in helping us achieve these goals.

You are no longer required to pre book, with the exception of events.