Who are the Friends?
The Association of Friends of the University of Bristol Botanic Garden was founded in 1975 to support the work and development of the Botanic Garden. To this end, a vital aspect of the Friends’ role is to stimulate interest in the Garden through a variety of events and activities. Income generated by the Friends is used to invest in new projects and make a major contribution towards the upkeep of the Garden. Many support the work of the Garden by becoming directly involved as volunteers.
The Aim of the Friends:
- To give support to and further the development of the Garden and its educational role.
- To promote interest in botany and horticulture.
- To provide a meeting ground for persons with these interests.To give members the opportunity to see and learn about plants grown within the Garden.
Why become a Friend?
In addition to supporting the work of the Garden, membership of the Friends allows you to enjoy the following privileges:
- Free access during opening hours
The Botanic Garden is open to Friends on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday, plus additional times as advertised.
- Lecture Programme
An annual series of lectures (usually six) given by experts in the horticultural field. The lectures are normally free but there will be occasions when a charge is made. Guests may attend for a small charge.
- Newsletter
Published four times a year, provides a regular update on the Botanic Garden, with details of Garden events, both educational and social.
- Fund Raising Events
The Friends organise many interesting events to raise funds e.g. opening their gardens to Friends, excursions to gardens around the country, concert evenings and art exhibitions.
- Seed List
The Friends have the opportunity to obtain 10 free packets of seeds of their choice from the Garden each year.
To join the Friends see Membership details.
Download a Membership form (PDF, 1.48MB)
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