Location: Penzance
Top Things to do in Penzance
The 8 Best Gardens in Penzance, England
Penzance (/pɛnˈzæns/ pen-ZANSS; Cornish: Pennsans) is a town, civil parish and port in Cornwall, in England, United Kingdom. It is the most westerly major town in Cornwall and is about 75 miles (121 km) west of Plymouth and 300 miles (480 km) west-southwest of London. Situated in the shelter of Mount's Bay, the town faces south-east onto the English Channel, is bordered to the west by the fishing port of Newlyn, to the north by the civil parish of Madron and to the east by the civil parish of Ludgvan.
Restaurants in Penzance
1. Trengwainton Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 729 reviews
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.
2. National Dahlia Collection
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4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By DavidOnWheels - Chateauneuf du Faou, France
We had a great afternoon looking at the hundreds of different varieties of dahlias. On a dry day it is accessible in a wheelchair, but do bear in mind the paths between the rows of dahlias are grass - hard work in a manual chair no problem in my electric wheelchair. As well as the growing dahlia display (about half an acre by my estimate ) there are tunnels where dahlias are started off and for sale. If you want an unusual present for the gardener in your life some of the unusual varieties for sale here might be just the job.
3. Trewidden Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 151 reviews
A 15 acre Cornish spring garden with an extensive collection of Camellias, magnificent champion magnolia trees and one of the finest stands of soft tree ferns in the Northern Hemisphere. There is an excellent tearoom that serves homemade lunches, delicious cakes and cream teas.
Reviewed By J_pz_12 - Truro, United Kingdom
This was my first visit to Trewidden and I will definitely return. The pond is beautiful with an unexpected surprise in the middle. There's a wonderful walled garden and fabulous ferns. The rockery has a bench so you can sit and listen to the gentle trickle coming from the small waterfall, very peaceful. The tea room has a nice selection of cakes and I thoroughly recommend the cream tea; as it is beautifully presented in a bowl with a fresh strawberry (great attention to detail). A thorough enjoyable day...
4. Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens
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4.5 based on 678 reviews
Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens’ dramatic landscape, combined with large-scale exotic, sub-tropical planting, provides the backdrop to contemplative and inspiring art by internationally renowned artists. A major attraction near Penzance in West Cornwall, Tremenheere can be found in a beautiful sheltered valley, overlooking St Michael’s Mount, with woods and a stream, interwoven with an evolving programme of contemporary artwork. The creations of artists such as James Turrell, David Nash, Richard Long, Tim Shaw and Peter Randall-Page interact with the setting to create site-specific permanent work, which harmonises with the landscape. Within this breath-taking location, Tremenheere hosts its sculpture garden, gallery, shop, nursery and restaurant.
Reviewed By ParagrafenPapagei - Muelheim an der Ruhr, Germany
A beautiful and very well-kept garden. It has many beautiful pieces of art and is both enjoyable for families, singles and couples alike. Apart from the beautiful plants and the great view of Mounts Bay, it is also a must to visit the very high-quality restaurant that is part of the garden which serves great food and really makes for a great ending after visiting the garden.
5. Tanglewood Wild Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 226 reviews
Cornwall's No 1 picnic garden, 9 acres woodland and ponds A magical place for all ages Open 10am until 5.30 pm every day (1st April until 31st October) Adults £5.00 Children over 5 years £2.00 Dogs welcome on leads.
Reviewed By lyndac611
It is always a delight to visit this unique, quirky, beautifully designed and maintained "secret" garden. Perfect for families and dog friendly. Bring a picnic and spend all day if you want for £5 per adult (£2 for children, under 5s free). From magical fairy doors and small sculptures that pop out in unexpected places to stunning ponds with dragonflies and enormous fish, an aviary and giant noughts and crosses and chess games. Around each corner is a surprise, lovingly handcrafted by the talented Tony and there are plenty of benches and seats dotted throughout for a rest if needed. The car park was full to the rafters today (I counted 24 cars) but it was in no way crowded ... we only came across a handful of people and were more than able to maintain social distancing. This is West Cornwall's jewel in the crown.
6. Morrab Gardens
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4.5 based on 155 reviews
Morrab Gardens is a public park, with luxuriant sub-tropical planting established over many years, in the centre of Penzance. The quality of a public space gives a strong impression of an area. It is part of what gives a town its identity, and local residents a sense of civic pride. By the late nineteenth century, Penzance had become a popular seaside resort and required a park for visitors’ recreation. To this end, Penzance Corporation acquired Morrab House, along with its grounds, in 1888 for £3,120. The villa was leased by Penzance Private Library and the gardens were designed and set out to the scheme of paths and borders which can be seen to this day. When the Gardens were established, in the 1880s, unlike today there were no nurseries selling exotic plants, the original planting was the result of gifts from local estates.
Reviewed By LouiseB164 - Cowes, United Kingdom
Great little gardens and park, hidden away off the seafront area of Penzance. Plenty of places to sit in the sunshine or shade. Interesting and exotic plants too.
7. Chygurno Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Marcus_Clark_Lamorna - Lamorna, United Kingdom
This beautiful garden set in a sub tropical eco system close to majestic sea cliffs is a masterpiece. It was created on a cluff face over 20 years by Robert and Carole Moule from land that was scrub and brier. A monument to their vision and dedication
8. Hardy Exotics
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By SuzDel - Poole, United Kingdom
We visited the nursery on a wet and windy March 2019 and were hugely impressed by the treasure trove of exotic plants and the enthusiasm and knowledge of the owners Julie and Clive. We bought many plants including aloe arborescens, variegated yucca, agave xylonacantha, canna musifolia, callistemon mauve mist and their incomparable giant zantedeschia. Clive told me it is his bestseller and for good reason. It has flowered throughout the horrible wet winter and here it is after only year (see photo). If you have an exotic garden this is a must.
