Gordon Graham’s 1988 County Durham Flora is a classic compendium of records that remains a key guide to wildlife enthusiasts of all kinds. Why? The detailed and authoritative mapping of wild plants and vegetation shows the status of communities across the pre-1974 ‘old’ County Durham boundaries (essentially the DWT ‘patch’). So it is a reference to compare with today’s botanical landscape. Of course, if the plants are there they will attract herbivores and pollinators that, in turn, will attract predators. Vegetation provides cover, shelter and nesting sites. So the Flora is also a very useful guide for those seeking fauna. Graham’s seminal work also provides extra background detail, including geology, which is fascinating and important.

This Flora has been out of print for some time, with scarce second-hand copies attracting a premium price. Thanks to a generous donation, DWT is able to offer some unsold copies for a limited time – first-come, first-served. Don’t miss out, buy your copy today!

You can purchase your copy of The Flora & Vegetation of County Durham for, £15. For £10 postage and packaging call us on 0191 5843112 or click and collect free from Rainton Meadows, Mallard Way, Houghton le Spring DH4 6PU.

Hardback book.

First published January 1988

Limited edition

ISBN: 9780905362021/0905362020