Walsall Council will be celebrating the 150th anniversary of the town’s Arboretum later this year.
Officially opened on 4 May 1874, the Arboretum will play host to a series of events over the May Bank Holiday weekend in 2024.
This will include exhibitions detailing the history of the Arboretum with a full schedule of events due to be announced later this year.
The Walsall Arboretum currently attracts over 1 million people per year, spans over 170 acres and is home to over 10,000 different species of trees and shrubs.
“The Arboretum is one of Walsall’s most loved and cherished attractions which holds memories for generations of people,” said Walsall Councillor Gary Flint, Portfolio Holder for Wellbeing, Leisure and Public Spaces.
“For 150 years it has been a place for exercise, play, relaxation, community activities, as well as providing a home for wildlife and nature to flourish. In this important year, we will be showcasing all the fantastic work, the people that make it what it is, and encouraging residents and community members to connect with their local green spaces.”