Embleton Hall
Longframlington
Morpeth
Northumberland
NE65 8DT

Telephone: 01665 570249
Fax: 01665 570056

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The award-winning William Turner Garden, made famous in 2004’s Chelsea Flower Show is here in Morpeth and is an exceptional place to visit. The garden celebrates the life and achievements of William Turner who was born in Morpeth in 1508. As well as being known as the ‘Father of English Botany’, in recognition of his first herbal in the English language, this truly ‘Renaissance Man’ was also a doctor of medicine, Member of Parliament and Dean of Wells.

As a botanist, William Turner was well ahead of his time, describing some 300 native English species of plants in minute scientific detail and producing a book entitled 'A New Herbal', which was the first study of botany to be written in English. So as a celebration of his work the William Turner Garden was born and is based on the herb gardens of his day. An Elizabethan knot garden has also been created, it contains herbs of the medicinal variety, plants that were brought into England during the Elizabethan period and boxed hedges, which form the basis of the medieval knot garden.

Nearby, the fabulous Alnwick Garden in Northumberland is one of the most exciting contemporary gardens to be developed in the last century, a magical landscape created from a unique idea and a must for any visitor. The Duchess of Northumberland's vision was to create a beautiful public space accessible to everyone; a garden for contemplation, fun, inspiration and education. The Alnwick Garden was officially opened in October 2002 by its patron HRH The Prince of Wales.

The Garden is contributing to the regeneration of a rural community as tourism brings more people to the area to enjoy this outstanding creation. As well as being a meeting place for local people, it provides an opportunity for people of all ages and abilities to experience the arts, enjoy learning new skills and get outdoors for activity and relaxation.