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Redwood places that are open to the public at no charge, with straightforward access and no ticket needed.

3 places

Rhinefield Ornamental Drive

New Forest · Hampshire

A dramatic drive through a double avenue of coast redwoods planted in 1859. The trees now tower over 40 metres above the road and create one of the most striking woodland experiences in southern England. Part of the New Forest National Park.

Open to public Free

Dawn Redwood

Bute Park

Cardiff · Cardiff

A large public park in the heart of Cardiff with several notable conifers including dawn redwood specimens planted in the late 20th century. The park follows the River Taff and offers one of the most accessible encounters with redwood species in the Welsh capital.

Open to public Free

Coast Redwood

Tollymore Forest Park

Newcastle · County Down

A beautiful forest park in the foothills of the Mourne Mountains with mature coast redwoods alongside a varied collection of heritage trees. The park straddles the Shimna River and offers spectacular walks through mixed woodland with occasional glimpses of the Mournes above.

Open to public Free

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Giant Sequoia Places

The giant sequoia — the largest tree by volume on Earth — was introduced to Britain in the 1850s. These are standout places to encounter it across the UK.

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Best for Photography

Dramatic avenues, towering groves, and atmospheric woodland — places that reward a camera and a slow walk.

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Historic Plantings

Victorian enthusiasm for the newly discovered redwoods shaped many of Britain's finest estates. These places still carry that history.

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