Woburn Abbey

Enquiries

For visitor information and bookings please contact us.

01525 290333
admissions@woburnabbey.co.uk

Forestry

The Bedford Estates Forestry Department manage various commercial concerns and assist with tree issues across the Woburn Estate including at Woburn Golf Club, Woburn Safari Park and within Woburn Abbey Gardens.

The Commercial Blocks

(1430 ha/3,500 acres) The productive areas are split approximately 50/50 conifers and broadleaf trees. The Estate's woodlands are managed under a 20 year plan in agreement with the Forestry Commission to ensure long term sustainable management and are FSC certified to the highest standards.

The Evergreens

(67 ha/165 acres) This area contains a commercial component of timber but is essentially a private area used by the Dukes of Bedford and contains many specimen and champion trees from around the world.

The Woburn Woods also contain two sites of Special Scientific Interest. One major archaeological feature and a significant area classified as an 'ancient semi-mature woodland'.

Woburn itself is also classified as a Conservation Area, with associated restrictions.

Passport Ticket

Buy a Passport ticket and you can visit both Woburn Safari Park and Woburn Abbey once during the season and save money!

Special Offers

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History

Set in a beautiful 3,000 acre deer park, with 10 species of deer roaming free, Woburn Abbey has been the home of the Dukes of Bedford for nearly 400 years.

Abbey Maps

Gardens Map
(PDF 94kb)

Deer Park Map
(PDF 88kb)

Hire a Venue

If you're planning an occasion, there's nowhere quite like the Sculpture Gallery at Woburn Abbey. Flexible enough to cater for a wide range of events, its historic backdrop is complemented by modern facilities.

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What's On

Concerts, rallies, fairs and displays....Woburn is renowned for its full and varied calendar of events throughout the year and offers entertainment to suit all ages, tastes and interests.

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