THE LOST GARDEN OF HELIGAN, CORNWALL

The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Pentewan, St Austell, Cornwall PL26 6EN.

The Lost Gardens of Heligan, near Mevagissey in Cornwall, are one of the most popular botanical gardens in the UK. Originally the gardens were part of the estate owned by the Cornish Tremayne family. After the First World War the gardens fell into a state of neglect until Tim Smit and a group of fellow enthusiasts decided to restore the garden to its former glory. Their attempt proved to be an outstanding success, not only revitalising the gardens, but also the local economy around Heligan by providing employment.

The gardens now boast a fabulous collection of aged and colossal rhododendrons and camellias, a series of lakes fed by a ram pump over a century in age, highly productive flower and vegetable gardens, an Italian garden, and a stunning wild area filled with primaeval-looking sub-tropical tree ferns called "The Jungle". The gardens also have Europe's only remaining pineapple pit, warmed by rotting manure, and two figures made from rocks and plants known as the Mud Maid and the Giant's Head.

The style of the gardens is typical of the nineteenth century Gardenesque style, with areas of different character and in different design styles.

HOTELS NEAR THE LOST GARDEN OF HELIGAN

Cliff Head Hotel

Sea Road, Carlyon Road, St. Austell, Cornwall, PL25 3RB.
If you are looking to explore this picturesque county and visit the highly acclaimed Eden Project then look no further. The Cliff Head is also ideally situated for the glorious Lost Gardens of Heligan and the quaint village of Mevagissey.

Lugger Hotel

Portloe, Portloe, Cornwall, TR2 5RD.
A unique 17th Century Inn right at the waters edge in Portloe, a Cornish fishing village of unrivalled beauty. Sunday Times best new seaside hotel of the year, Hip Hotel Guide and Mr and Mrs Smith recommended.

Old Quay House Hotel

28 Fore St, Fowey, Cornwall, PL23 1AQ.
The Old Quay House is is undoubtedly one of Cornwalls most exciting boutique Hotel. One of the most idyllic waterfront locations in Cornwall.

The Fowey Hotel

The Esplanade, Fowey, Cornwall, PL23 1HX.
Established in 1882, the Fowey Hotel is a haven of tranquillity resting on the bank of the Fowey River Estuary. Each of the 37 bedrooms has been individually furnished with an emphasis on comfort and style.

Trenython Manor Hotel & Spa

Castledore Road, Tywardreath, Nr Fowey, Cornwall, PL24 2TS.
Set in a secluded estate on the southern coast of Cornwall, with magnificent views over St Austell Bay, Trenython is a Cornish Manor House with a unique Italian touch.

The Lost Garden of Heligan

The Lost Garden of Heligan website. - www.heligan.com