Old dead hedges have been replaced by rows of new hedging plants in plastic tubes to protect the delicate shoots from grazing animals. Some of these have been planted by the families of Belford Wildlife Watch Group and the Northumberland Wildlife Trust’s Curlew Team.

We have included a range of hedging plants to provide food for birds, small mammals and insects. Hawthorn and blackthorn have blossom and berries. The flowers of guelder rose will attract insects and its hips will be enjoyed by birds and mammals. There are also wild plum and crab apple from which we can make jam!