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Drawn to Trees: tree trail

Uncover the stories and folklore of 17 remarkable trees in a new outdoor tree trail created in collaboration with artist Luke Adam Hawker.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Step into the landscape garden and discover Drawn to Trees, a new outdoor trail created in collaboration with artist Luke Adam Hawker, inspired by his evocative book The Last Tree: A Seed of Hope.

Each stop along the trail showcases one of seventeen trees that has inspired myth, folklore or quiet reflection across cultures and centuries, each hand‑selected for their beauty, historical significance and the stories that surround them.

Drawn to trees is a celebration of our enduring fascination with trees and a reminder of how deeply we are rooted in the natural world.

Trail booklets are available from visitor reception for £2.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for all the family.

Meeting point

Tree trail booklets can be purchased from Visitor Reception for £2

What to bring and wear

Weather appropriate outdoor clothing and shoes.

Accessibility

The route is fully accessible for walkers, wheelchair users and tramper users. If you have additional access needs please refer to the accessibility section of our website for how we can help support your visit.

Contact info

Stourhead Estate Office

Upcoming events

Easter adventures at Stourhead 

Spring into action on the Easter trail. Take part in the 10 exciting Easter-themed activities around the garden, and collect your chocolate egg reward.

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on
4 Apr to 19 Apr 2026
at 09:30 to 16:00+ 15 other dates or times

Walks & Talks tours 

Discover the story of Stourhead and its landscape garden on daily guided tours.

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on
4 Apr to 31 Aug 2026
at 11:00 to 12:30+ 299 other dates or times

Wellbeing walk 

Make a connection on a free health and wellbeing walk.

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on
7 Apr to 31 Dec 2026
at 13:45 to 15:45+ 77 other dates or times

Forage and cook course 

Immerse yourself in wild food with this day-long course from Totally Wild Uk at Stourhead.

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on
18 Apr to 17 May 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 1 other date or time