Victoria Park is home to over 200 trees of 67 species. The mix of native and ornamental trees provides diverse canopy layers. Many of the trees date back to the creation of the park in the late 19th century.
The diversity of tree species is also complemented by other flora such as herbaceous plants and shrubs and climbing plants. Combined with the stumpery in the southeast corner of the park, flowerbed planting, and the general mix of open and wooded habitats, this creates a space that supports an impressive diversity of wildlife for such a formal, well-used park. Victoria Park is home to many species of pollinators and other beneficial insects, resident and visiting birds, hedgehogs, squirrels and 3 species of bats.
We carefully maintain and protect the trees in Victoria Park to ensure they can continue to be enjoyed by people and wildlife.
Take a look at the document below to see a full breakdown of tree species and locations. For more information, get in touch with our Wild About Trees project officer, Helen Viner.
