Bobarts Patron membership for ONE named individual

Become a Friend and you will support Britain's oldest botanic garden, founded in 1621; help conserve rare and threatened trees at Harcourt Arboretum, created in 1830 and spanning 130 acres of woodland walks, wildflower meadows and ponds; and support education, training and vital research into plants and the environment for future generations.

Detailed Description

What the Friends receive:

• Free entry to the Garden and Arboretum *(excluding some events)
• A 10% discount in our shops
• Coffee mornings
• An invitation to events such as May Morning, the Friends' summer party and behind-the-scenes visits to other gardens
• Free entry to a number of botanic gardens in the UK with whom we have a reciprocal arrangement
• A regular newsletter and e-bulletin

 

The Bobarts Patrons’ Group

Established in 2004, the Bobarts Patrons’ Group helps support the Garden and Arboretum's running costs and conservation programme. As a member, you are part of a very friendly group sharing many skills and different experiences. Members enjoy all the benefits of the Friends of OBGA, but also receive the following:

• Small group visits to the botanical art and gardens of the Oxford colleges
• Regular access to some of the best gardens and estates around Oxford
• Exclusive trips to Kew, RHS Lindley Library, Chelsea Physic Garden
• Since 2012 at least one all-day visit each year with two gardens and lunch
• Longer overnight visits have been arranged to gardens in more distant counties such as Somerset and Herefordshire
• An annual Bobarts’ Day reception at either the OBG or Arboretum, with Director, Senior Staff and Curators
• The knowledge that you are supporting the OBGA with valuable additional funding