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- Pentewan, near Mevagissey, Cornwall
- heligan.com
The Lost Gardens of Heligan is a historic garden and estate in Pentewan, near Mevagissey, Cornwall. Rediscovered and restored in the 1990s, these romantic gardens are one of Cornwall’s best-loved days out.
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About The Lost Gardens of Heligan
Heligan was the estate of the Tremayne family for centuries, and its gardens were at their height in the Victorian era. After the First World War, when many of the gardeners did not return, the gardens became overgrown and were forgotten for much of the 20th century.
In the early 1990s Tim Smit (later the founder of the Eden Project) and John Willis began a restoration that brought the gardens back to life. Today you can explore productive kitchen gardens, glasshouses, a sub-tropical Jungle valley with a rope bridge, woodland walks and a working estate with rare-breed animals.
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Before you go
Plan your visit
Allow at least half a day. Paths in the Jungle are steep in places. There is a café, farm shop and plant sales on site, and dogs on short leads are welcome on most routes.
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The Lost Gardens of Heligan: FAQs
Where is The Lost Gardens of Heligan?
The Lost Gardens of Heligan is in Pentewan, near Mevagissey, Cornwall, in the St Austell area. Nearby you’ll also find Mevagissey harbour and The Eden Project.
What is there to see and do at The Lost Gardens of Heligan?
Highlights include the Jungle, with giant tree ferns and a Burmese rope bridge; the Mud Maid and Giant’s Head sculptures in the woods; victorian productive gardens and glasshouses; woodland and farm walks with wildlife hides.
How do I check opening times and prices for The Lost Gardens of Heligan?
Opening times, prices and booking details are on the official website, heligan.com. Times can change through the seasons, so check before you travel.
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