The Alnwick Garden celebrates 15 years

The Alnwick Garden has brought £236 million into the local economy Credit: ITV Tyne Tees

The Alnwick Garden opened its doors 15 years ago. Five million paying customers have visited bringing £236 million into the economy of Alnwick and Northumberland.

The garden was derelict and overgrown when the Duchess of Northumberland conceived the idea to transform it into a visitor attraction

The Alnwick Garden supports three charities for children and older people and it's estimated it supports 2000 jobs in the area.

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