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Trebah Gardens

Mawnan Smith, nr Falmouth, United Kingdom

Trebah Gardens
Lush grounds - photo supplied by Trebah Gardens The path to the beach - photo supplied by Trebah Gardens Set on the Helford River - photo supplied by Trebah Gardens Giant ferns - photo supplied by Trebah Gardens When you are little the Giant Gunnera seem even larger - photo supplied by Trebah Gardens Mallard Bridge - photo supplied by Trebah Gardens A springtime walk - photo supplied by Trebah Gardens Crocosmia Beach Path - photo supplied by Trebah Gardens

Trebah Garden is a sub-tropical garden located near Falmouth in Cornwall, England. It covers 26 acres and is set in a sheltered valley that runs down to the Helford River and is generally considered to be in the top 100 gardens in the world.

The garden is known for its lush vegetation, stunning coastal views and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for visitors from all over the world. And in springtime the Rhododendron explode into colour - clearly a peak time to visit.

Trebah Gardens
Trebah Gardens - photo Daderot

Trebah Garden was first established in the 19th century by a wealthy shipowner, Charles Fox. Over the years, the garden has been carefully developed and maintained, preserving its original character and natural beauty

Today, visitors can explore the garden and discover its many different sections, including the Bamboo Grove (Bamboozle), Water Gardens, Alice's Seat, Hydrangea Valley, Rhododendron Valley, Gennera passage, Stumpery and Cascade, Mallard Pond, Chilean coomb and the Koi Pool.

Trebah Garden

In the centre of the garden is water feature built around a natural spring, the path follows the stream as it flows downhill through a series of pools.

Trebah Gardens
Trebah Gardens pond - photo Daderot

Another area of note is the Jungle Garden, which is filled with exotic plants, including banana trees, ferns, and bamboos - very different to the rest of the garden.

Trebah also features a range of different habitats, including the valley gardens, which are filled with subtropical plants, the rock garden, which is filled with succulents and cacti, and the Mediterranean garden

Trebah Gardens - photo Daderot

Trebah Garden is also an important environmental and conservation site - being home to a range of different species of wildlife, including birds, insects, and reptiles

The garden is also a site of special scientific interest and is recognized for its importance in preserving the region's natural heritage.

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Getting there

Car: Motorways  - then take the A30 through Cornwall towards Falmouth.   Journey time from London is around five-and-a-half hours.

Rail: Depart London Paddington and arrive in Truro in four-and-a-half hours later.  Hire cars through Hertz are available from rental offices at Newquay airport and Truro railway station.

Address

Mawnan Smith, nr Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 5JZ, United Kingdom

Open times

10am to 4pm

Facilities

  • Beach - Polgwidden Cove - just at the bottom of the garden, there's a beach cafe there too.
  • Trebah Kitchen 10am to 4pm - lots of healthy food and drinks. (inc. Sunday roasts)
  • Plant Sales - nursery
  • Visitor Centre inc. gift shop

 

Entry fees

  • Adult - around £15.00
  • Child (5-15yrs) - around £8.00
  • Child (under 5yrs) - Free

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