As the winter months draw near, there is still one explosion of colour before we are faced with the mild, grey murkiness of December, January and February. Autumn is one of the most dramatic changes in the world. In some cases, it’s even more impressive than spring. The deciduous trees all begin to change colour and show signs that they will shed their leaves and prepare to bud next year. One of the most amazing places to view this is the county of Gloucestershire. Because so much of it is still rural, the trees and woodlands dotted around the county soon begin to turn into a ruddy hue. So, where are the best places to see these remarkable seasonal changes? It’s something that the residents of Gloucestershire Park Homes know all too well. You can see what they mean by checking out www.parkhomelife.com/our-parks/orchard-park-homes-gloucester-gloucestershire.
- Westonbirt Arboretum. Can there indeed be anywhere more perfect than this slice of tree-based heaven? The work of a Victorian philanthropist, who never got to see the trees he planted in their total growth, Westonbirt has a vast collection of rare and uncommon trees. Whilst some will stay evergreen, many will show the process of turning to autumn just as a word of warning. Westonbirt Arboretum is a world and nationally renowned site. As a result, it is famous for its Autumn colour, and it can become bustling. Since the COVID pandemic, a time ticket system has been introduced to stem the massive flow of visitors coming to the site.
- Cirencester Park. Whilst Parking is not easy, It has to be taken in the town’s expensive car parks or a side street, this is a free, privately owned park with tree-lined drives and brilliant autumn colour. It’s great to roam in, and dogs are allowed everywhere, with the exception of the polo pitch. It’s a vast area that stretches around the boundaries of Cirencester. And out towards Stroud and the Five Valleys. It features evergreens and deciduous trees that burst into autumn. It’s also excellent for conkers.
- The Forest of Dean. Naturally, being a large forest area, this is a perfect example of the autumn colour. There are plenty of places to park up and just get out and about under the trees and experience this beautiful season’s mellow and melancholy nature.