The 10 Best Gardens in Cornwall, England

October 11, 2021 Leida Jutras

Cornwall is the extreme southwestern peninsula of England. It has the longest stretch of continuous coastline in Britain and it is one of the sunniest areas in the UK. With picturesque villages, Celtic ruins, light blue waters, gardens and parks and unique architecture it certainly is among the most scenic areas of England. Home of many events and festivals and the land of Cornish pasty, it is definitely worth visiting.
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1. Lamorran House Garden

Lamorran Upper Castle Road, St Mawes TR2 5BZ England +44 1326 270800 http://www.lamorrangarden.co.uk/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 79 reviews

Lamorran House Garden

Subtropical Italianate inspired garden on Cornwall's beautiful Roseland peninsula.

Reviewed By helentU7095WQ

perched on the edge of a cliff overlooking the sea this is really worth a visit for all garden lovers, tropical trees and succulents among statues and other more colourfull plants, there is a lovely little shop too with realistic prices.

2. Marsh Villa Gardens

Marsh Villa St. Andrews Road, Par PL24 2LU England +44 1726 815920 http://www.marshvillagardens.co.uk
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5.0 based on 68 reviews

Marsh Villa Gardens

3. Lanhydrock and Respryn Circular Walk

Bodmin PL30 4DE England
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5.0 based on 10 reviews

Lanhydrock and Respryn Circular Walk

A circular walk through the mature broadleaf woodland in the less well-known areas of the Lanhydrock estate, through bluebell woods and along the River Fowey, past the mediaeval bridge at Respryn, built after numerous prayers for safe passage in the ford-side chapel, had not resulted in the desired outcome. 3.8 miles. Steepness: easy-moderate.

Reviewed By TheMuscovyDuck

A quiet circular walk through the woods that is on a mixture of trails and paved paths. There are plenty of options to lengthen the walk if you wish with a network of paths throughout the woods. Even though we did the walk on August Bank Holiday it was not at all crowded and we were on our own most the time.

4. St. Michael's Mount

Kings Road, Marazion TR17 0EJ England +44 1736 710507 [email protected] http://www.stmichaelsmount.co.uk/
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4.5 based on 5,032 reviews

St. Michael's Mount

Cross the causeway where a legendary giant once walked. Follow the footsteps of pilgrims or boat hop to an island where modern life meets layers of history. Discover an evocative castle, a sub-tropical garden paradise and a close-knit island community.

Reviewed By 112trev0r - Northampton, United Kingdom

Hi " there just had an amazing day out at st Michael mount, " in Cornwall. It's a national trust place so if your a member of the national trust car parking and st Michael mount is free . But even if your not a member it well worth the money they charge it keep up with the maintenance works and repairs . Of the beautiful buildings. There's a absolutely lovely restaurant. On site really good facilities. The whole place was so clean " for such a large national trust site ' .it is a bit of a steep climb up the hill " to the fortification / castle, so much to see and the views were stunning " . And that just a taster of what to come inside there's so many amazing things to see " theres national trust guides to inform you about the history of the building and various collections on display. St Michael mount. Is a amazing day out for all the family. It's all a great adventure. a must do place. What should be on you list of places to see when you are in Cornwall " . Many thanks to all the national trust volunteers and staff " who made our day out so special Trevor Northampton England.

5. Trelissick

On B3289 above King Harry ferry, Feock TR3 6QL England +44 1872 862090 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trelissick
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4.5 based on 960 reviews

Trelissick

Countryside estate with a neo classical house and woodland garden full of rare and exotic plants. Situated on a maritime peninsula with stunning views of the River Fal.

Reviewed By S5871YIdavidd - Blakeney, United Kingdom

This is a truly diverse garden situated on a steep valley descending to the bank of the Fal river. The house and garden are managed by the National Trust and offers extensive gardens and woodland walks for the whole family, including discovery of viewpoints and garden houses for children to visit. At the lowest point of the garden lies the River Fal and access out of the garden to see the King Harry vehicle ferry crossing the river by means of one of only 2 chain ferries still operating in the U.K. In addition, the house at the head of the valley can be viewed, and a very good cafe is available nearby together with an excellent secondhand bookshop and plant sales shop.

6. Trevince Estate gardens

Redruth England +44 1209 822725 [email protected] http://www.trevince.co.uk/
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Trevince Estate gardens

7. Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden

Barnoon Hill, St Ives TR26 1AD England +44 1736 791108 [email protected] http://www.tate.org.uk/visit/tate-st-ives/barbara-hepworth-museum-and-sculpture-garden
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4.5 based on 1,487 reviews

Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden

Timed tickets are required. Please book in advance from website. The Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden contains the largest group of Hepworth's works, permanently on display where she lived and worked from 1949 until 1975.

Reviewed By RedJock

Lovely little sculpture garden in the middle of St Ives with some amazing sculptures set in a lovely garden.

8. Lanhydrock House and Garden

Bodmin PL30 5AD England +44 1208 265950 lanhydrock@national trust.org.uk http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lanhydrock/features/delve-into-the-history-of-lanhydrock
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4.5 based on 3,035 reviews

Lanhydrock House and Garden

This 19th-century high-Victorian country house is one of the most fascinating in England. Colourful gardens, riverside walks and family friendly cycle trails.

Reviewed By pgould87 - Burton upon Trent, United Kingdom

Keep coming back we love visiting been many times staff are so friendly even our youngest managed to catch a ride back up on the electric buggy car lol cheeky devil definitely worth visiting so much to see beautiful house and gardens

9. The Lost Gardens of Heligan

B3273, Pentewan, St Austell PL26 6EN England +44 1726 845100 [email protected] http://heligan.com
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4.5 based on 6,334 reviews

The Lost Gardens of Heligan

Heligan is one of the most mysterious estates in England. Lost to the brambles of time since the outbreak of WW1, this Sleeping Beauty was re-awakened in 1990 to become Europe’s largest garden restoration project. Today Heligan’s 200 acres are a paradise for the explorer, wildlife, plant lover and garden romantic.

Reviewed By Eggie2014 - London, United Kingdom

Very interesting, it was lovely to see both historical and up to date parts all in these gardens, there are some very rugged areas so I recommend anyone planning a visit to wear good footwear, Exploring the gardens can be as exerting or relaxing as you like, Personally, I preferred these gardens to the Eden Project

10. Trengwainton Garden

Madron, near Penzance, Cornwall, Penzance TR20 8RZ England +44 1736 363148 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trengwainton-garden
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4.5 based on 729 reviews

Trengwainton Garden

Reviewed By snowy202 - Chipping Norton, United Kingdom

Some of the largest tree ferns I have seen anywhere in Cornwall.Many large colourful specimens of acid loving plants such as Rhododendron and ,Camellias.A well stocked walled garden. Glades and woodland walks providing magnificent plant specimens and interesting varied plantings.

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