Gardens in Cornwall

Enchanting Gardens

Cornwall’s mild climate supports a diverse array of horticultural styles, from the futuristic biomes of the Eden Project, built in a former china clay pit, to the restored Victorian landscapes of The Lost Gardens of Heligan. Valley gardens like Trebah and Glendurgan feature subtropical plants and provide access to the Helford River, with the latter housing a historic 1833 cherry laurel maze. Trewidden Garden offers a collection of ancient tree ferns and camellias, showcasing the region's long history of botanical exploration.

Enchanting Gardens — Map

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Eden Project

The Eden Project is a visitor attraction in Cornwall, England. The project is located in a reclaimed china clay pit, located 2 km from the…

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The Lost Gardens of Heligan

The Lost Gardens of Heligan are located near Mevagissey in Cornwall, England and are considered to be amongst the most popular in the UK.

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Trebah Garden

Sub-tropical valley garden descending to a private beach on the Helford River. It features giant gunnera, hydrangeas, and exotic tree ferns across 26 acres.

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Glendurgan Garden

National Trust valley garden featuring a historic 1833 cherry laurel maze. The grounds lead to the Helford River and contain giant tulip trees and exotic species.

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Trewidden Garden

A 15-acre garden featuring a tree fern dell with some of the oldest specimens in Europe. It includes significant collections of camellias, magnolias, and rhododendrons.

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