Places to see gold

Autumn colours or watercolours? Keep tabs on where and when the trees turn golden this year.

Why leaves change colour

The changing colours tell us that trees are getting ready for winter. But how does that give us this riot of colour?

Our autumn gallery

Once you get out there the walk and the sights will do your heart and soul a power of good. Do you want to see what awaits you?

Did you know?

Momijigari is the traditional Japanese custom of watching the changing colours in autumn. People flock to see the colours in Kyoto, where world leaders signed up to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. However, you can see one of the finest collections of Japanese Maples at Westonbirt. Check the map for details