Gardens in Cornwall
With its inviting climate and lush green countryside, Cornwall is a veritable garden paradise. Take inspiration from our own award-winning grounds and unearth the wealth of gardens the county has to offer.
From elegant English flora to dazzling subtropical blooms, there’s a flourishing display to suit even the most discerning green-fingered enthusiast.
Trebah Gardens
Set in 26 subtropical acres hiding in a steeply wooded ravine, Trebah Garden leads down to the Helford River and its own private beach.
Plants collected from all around the world rub shoulders with native species to create a garden that’s both exotic and beautiful. There are trails, quizzes and a play area for children, as well as the award-winning Planters café from which to watch the world go by.
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Trelissick
Protected by the National Trust, Trelissick’s peaceful gardens are set across many levels, each containing an array of stunning plants. The estate is beautifully positioned at the head of the Fal estuary and offers breathtaking views over the river and surrounding woodland.
Relax with a drink in the café or restaurant, and don’t forget to visit the art and craft gallery and Georgian stable block.
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Trevarno Estate & Gardens
Trevarno’s historic garden estate dates back to 1246 and houses the National Museum of Gardening, a must visit for anyone with a passion for plants.
The gardens themselves are home to such delights as the Bluebell Valley, Victorian Boathouse and formal cascade, and the Serpentine Yew Tunnel.
Discover the Herbal Workshop and Soap Museum where Trevarno produce their own range of plant-inspired organic skincare.
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Eden Project
Take a trip through three of the world's climate zones; humid tropics, warm temperate regions and our own ever-changing climate.
The incredible biomes give an insight into some of our planet’s most amazing plants and agricultural industries from around the world.
Drop in to the visitors centre for a wealth of information about conservation, human impact on plant life and the extraordinary engineering behind the construction of the biomes themselves.
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Glendurgan Garden
Another gem set in the subtropical valley surrounding the Helford river, Glendurgan garden supports a gorgeous collection of exotic plants, shrubs and flowers.
Lose yourself in the wonders of the laurel maze and take a stroll down to the sandy sheltered bay of Durgan beach to explore the rock pools.
Make a day of it and take a ferry across the water to Glendurgan from neighbouring Trebah garden.
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Carwinion Bamboo Garden
The Carwinion estate consists of an 18th century manor house set in a number of beautiful and creatively constructed bamboo gardens.
Planted to flower all year round, the gardens are home to unique sculpture made from the trunk of a fallen tree and a unique sensory garden designed for people who are differently-abled.
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Trewithen Gardens
Trewithen Gardens has a fascinating collection of 'champion trees', among the most towering or most impressive in trunk width of their species in the UK.
The estate features viewing platforms set high in the trees, giving fantastic and unusual views of Trewithen's plants and flowers.
Visitors can also explore the 18th century Trewithen House, browse the plant centre and enjoy refreshments at the tea shop.
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Lost Gardens of Heligan
The mysterious gardens and estate offer over 200 acres for exploration. Discover romantic Victorian Productive Gardens and Pleasure Grounds along winding paths laid out over two centuries ago.
Adventure through a sub-tropical outdoor Jungle and explore ancient woodlands managed to promote wildlife, which is celebrated at a pioneering Wildlife Project.
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Lamorran House Gardens
These stunning gardens feature a myriad of plant varieties to admire, from azaleas to camellias and agaves to aloes. A relaxing stream runs through the grounds alongside the meandering pathways.
Count the inhabitants of the Koi pond and take in the waterfall and woodland walk, all surrounded by fantastic coastal views of St. Anthony’s Head.
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