Name: Glendurgan Garden
Rating: 5.0

Glendurgan Garden

Mawnan Smith, Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 5JZ, UK

1-99 Years

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Description

Glendurgan Garden was described by its creators, the Quakers Alfred and Sarah Fox, as a 'small peace [sic] of heaven on earth'. There are three valleys of Glendurgan to lose yourself in - full of amazing plants. Sun-loving specimens enjoy the upper banks, and plants with big leaves and exotic flowers thrive in the subtropical lower valley. In Spring, an abundance of wildflowers fill the sloping sides of the valley.

Wandering through the garden leads you down to the unspoilt hamlet of Durgan on the Helford River. Walking up from Durgan you can find a boat seat, a gigantic tulip tree and ponds teeming with wildlife. You can also learn about the Fox family who created this valley of adventure.

Price starts from £14.30 for Adults(18 years and over), £7.20 for Children(5-17 & under 5s free) and £35.80 for Family(2 Adults and up to 3 children). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Features

Garden: A beautiful, distinctive and intriguing collection of horticultural specimens interspersed with wildflower meadows.
Maze: The cherry laurel maze is based on a design taken from the Sydney Gardens in Bath by Alfred Fox and planted in 1833.
Durgan Beach: A small pebbly sheltered beach on the banks of the Helford River connected to the South West Coast Path.
Giant's Stride: With many children to entertain, the Fox family installed a simple yet enjoyable rotating rope swing.
Schoolroom: This is a recreation of the first school opened by Alfred and Sarah Fox in 1829 and where, for more than 15 years, local children including some of the couple’s 12 sons and daughters attended lessons.
Apple Shed: Tucked away en route to the Schoolroom sits the olive grove, apple orchard and Apple Shed, full of nature-based activities.
Things to see at Glendurgan Garden: Three valleys join into one at Glendurgan and within this garden, a beautiful and intriguing blend of exotic and native plants thrive. There are impressive plants and natural beauty to be discovered, including a little-known orchard and the re-creation of a small 19th-century school room. At the heart of the garden is the historic maze, just waiting to be tackled before you head down to Durgan beach for an ice cream.
Family-friendly things to do at Glendurgan Garden: Whether you're sketching in the Apple Shed or getting lost in the maze, there are plenty of activities to keep the whole family entertained and help you create great memories together. Find out what's on offer and the details you need to plan your visit.

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Parking: Our car park will be locked at 5pm every day. All-day parking is £4 per vehicle or £2 for two hours. Parking free for National Trust members.
Dogs allowed: Dogs welcome in the garden on short fixed leads. Assistance dogs only in the maze, orchard and Schoolroom.

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Price: Paid

Price Details

Garden (from 1st March):

Adult (18+): £14.30 with Gift Aid & £13.00 without Gift Aid.
Child (5–17) under 5s free: £7.20 with Gift Aid & £6.50 without Gift Aid.
Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children): £35.80 with Gift Aid & £32.50 without Gift Aid.
One Adult Family: £21.50 with Gift Aid & £19.50 without Gift Aid.
Group (Adult 18+): £12.35.
Group (Child 5–17): £6.18.

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/glendurgan-garden#place-prices

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Offer Birthday Parties: No

Address: Mawnan Smith, Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 5JZ, UK

Post Code: TR11 5JZ

Council: Cornwall

County: Cornwall

By road: From Truro/East Take the A39 to Falmouth as far as junction with A394 at Treliever Cross Roundabout, and then follow brown and white tourism signs to Glendurgan Garden. From Helston/West Take the A394 to Falmouth as far as junction with A39 at Treliever Cross Roundabout. Turn right and follow brown and white tourism signs to Glendurgan Garden. Please note if using Sat nav from Helston it may take you on scenic back roads via Gweek, Constantine and Port Navas. These roads are very narrow so check the settings on your sat nav if you’d like to avoid this type of driving.
On foot: Take the Southwest coastal footpath from Falmouth (starting at the seafront at Gyllyngvase beach) to Durgan village. You can enter the bottom of the garden from the village. Total Distance 5.9 miles (9.5 kilometres). Time: 2 hours 30 minutes approximately.
By train: The nearest stations are Penmere and Falmouth Town on the Maritime Branch Line from Truro. Trains run every 30 minutes on weekdays, the journey from Truro taking about 20 minutes. Buses 35 and 63 run from Falmouth Moor to Glendurgan Garden. Together, the bus routes provide an hourly service Monday to Saturday, with some variations to the timetable on school days. Sorry, no buses on Sundays or Bank Holidays. Buses stop at Glendurgan Garden's entrance.
By bus: Buses 35 and 63 run from Falmouth Moor to Glendurgan Garden. Together, the bus routes provide an hourly service Monday to Saturday, with some variations to the timetable on school days. Sorry, no buses on Sundays or Bank Holidays. Buses stop at Glendurgan Garden's entrance. The bus service is operated by OTS as part of the Go Cornwall Transport for Cornwall Network.
Cycling: Glendurgan is 1/2 mile south-west of Mawnan Smith, on the road to Helford Passage and is about a 10 mile diversion from the nearest point on Sustrans National Cycling Route '3'.
Parking: Our car park will be locked at 5pm every day. All-day parking is £4 per vehicle or £2 for two hours. Parking free for National Trust members.