General Partners / July 3, 2025

New Mini Tractors rolling in, thanks to W.L Straughan & Son

We’ve got some BIG little news at The Alnwick Garden, and it comes with pedals!

Thanks to the amazing generosity of our partners, W.L Straughan & Son, we’re welcoming a brand new fleet of mini tractors to The Garden. These pint sized bundles of fun are ready to roll, and we couldn’t be more excited to put them to play, not so much work, around our grounds. This kind sponsorship means the world to us, not only are these mini tractors great in spreading message of sustainability and our links with rural agriculture, but they also bring a whole heap of fun for our younger visitors. It’s another step in making The Alnwick Garden a place where nature, imagination, and community come together. And speaking of fun…

Join us for Tractor and Truck Day on Friday 25th July!

We’re celebrating in style with Tractor and Truck Day on Friday 25th July, at The Alnwick Garden. Come along for a day full of engine themed excitement, family friendly activities, and a chance to see the new mini tractors in action. From shiny vintage trucks to roaring tractors, both mini and mighty, it’s going to be a brilliant day out for all ages.


Whether you’re a little one who dreams of driving diggers or a grown up who still loves a good tractor display, this is not a day to miss. Mark your calendars and visit our What’s On Page to find out more.

Who are W.L Straughan & Son

This fantastic family run business from Bedlington, has over 30 years’ of experience in civil engineering and groundworks, building tracks, paths, roads, bridges, drainage systems, and more. Landscaping and environmental services, soft and hard landscaping, pond/wetland creation, habitat and conservation projects. Operated plant hire, offering compact tractors, hedge cutters, excavators, dumpers, and more, all with qualified operators. As part of a wider group that includes Green Leaf Recycling and equestrian services, W.L Straughan & Son blends farming roots with modern environmental stewardship. They’ve got over 70 team members and a full machinery brigade, with a strong dedication to sustainability using biodegradable oils, we’re looking forward to continuing to grow our partnership over the coming months.


A word from The Alnwick Garden

“We’re incredibly proud of this new partnership and grateful to W.L Straughan & Son for their support in helping us grow, both literally and figuratively. With their help, we can continue to nurture nature, inspire imaginations, and bring our community together. They’re not just helping us care for the Garden in supplying compost, but creating magical experiences for our visitors. It’s a brilliant partnership, and we’re thrilled to be working together.”

Lauren St Hilaire, Senior Partnerships Manager.