10/08/2026
Set in peaceful Northumbrian countryside
LONGFRAMLINGTON GARDENS
GARDENS & ARBORETUM : NURSERY & PLANT SALES AREA : GARDEN DESIGN & ADVICE
The Gardens & Arboretum are wildlife friendly by design, with habitats using the gardens varying conditions and microclimates, plant species, low intervention zones, no insecticides or fungicides, and tolerant garden management – all allowing biodiversity to flourish.
With the concept of creating / allowing wildlife corridors, the informal ‘wild’ areas wrap around the whole garden. The plant collection includes both native and ornamental species - ‘Food for the soul’ and interest for the gardens human visitors too!
Throughout, there are opportunities for cover, nesting, and food sources – the latter including seeds, berries, fruits, nectar and vegetation – not to mention the earthworms, insects and small animals that are part of the diet for ie. hedgehogs, swallows and owls.
The main integrated habitats include:
Meadow areas – mixed grasses, wild flora species and specimen trees. Meandering mown grass paths give great visitor viewing and access.
Outgrown hedge – giving cover shelter nesting and food sources.
Bog area – a naturally wet area
Oak trees – the native tree that supports most fauna species.
Plants - At last count, over 160 different ‘wild’ plant species throughout the gardens, including trees, shrubs, perennials, grass, sedge and rushes species.
Many types of birds are seen, and heard – Some visitors use an identification app on their phones! There are many species of insects - butterflies and moths, also dragonflies at the ponds.
Please contact Longframlington Gardens if you would like any further information.
