UK / East / Cambridgeshire
The Magpies’ Magic Forest at Cambridge University Botanic Garden
Cambridge University Botanic Garden, 1 Brookside, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1JE
4th September - 12th November
There is old magic in the trees, and the magpies know where to find it.
Pick up this free trail from the Garden ticket offices to learn about the folklore and mythology surrounding some of our common British trees. The trail will take you on an adventure around the Botanic Garden to learn stories about the magical properties of trees that have been lost to time. Visit all six boards to learn about each tree and collect a stamp of its magical item. Then head to one of the Ticket Offices to gain the magpies’ golden stamp of ‘mischief’.
Suitable for ages 8+. Children must be accompanied at all times. Runs alongside the Autumn Art Adventure, a creative trail perfect for younger children.
View AttractionOpening Times
10.00 - 17.00
Prices
Adult
£8.00
Friend of CUBG (on production of a valid Friends’ Membership Card)
FREE
Children 0 – 16 inclusive (must be accompanied by an adult at all times)
FREE
Student at Cambridge University (on production of a valid University Card)
FREE
Essential Carer for Disabled Visitor*
FREE
*No admission charge is made for companions of disabled visitors without whose assistance the disabled visitor would be unable to gain access to the Garden.
Facilities
Café
Baby Changing
Disabled Access
Toilets
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