Last updated on 20 September 11

Pinetum Park & Pine Lodge Gardens

4.7/5 (23 ratings)

Photograph © Pine Lodge Gardens
Photograph © Pine Lodge Gardens
Photograph © Pine Lodge Gardens
Photograph © Pine Lodge Gardens
Photograph © Pine Lodge Gardens
Photograph © Charlotte Weychan
Photograph © Charlotte Weychan

Gardenvisit Editorial

The garden has a large collection of labelled plants, specialising in rhododendrons, magnolias and Mediterranean plants. Pine Lodge Gardens also has a Pinetum, an Arboretum, a Japanese Garden and a wildflower meadow.

Head Gardener's Comment

An all year round garden including a two acre Winter Garden planted in 2006 and ongoing, herbaceous borders, a spring garden with over 80 Magnolias and 250 Camellias thousands of snowdrops and bluebells an authentic Japanese garden an Arboretum and Pinetum with 80 different conifers, a Lake housing Black Swans and many breeds of ducks. Water features. Easy garden for the elderly with plenty of seats and a good tea room with home made cakes and Cornish cream teas.

History

The history of the land goes back to the 1800 when the land was mined for copper and tin,there is a wealth of old trees which has been a wonderful back cloth for the garden. The garden was developed in 1976 by the previous owners and now totals 30 acres having been able to purchase more land over the years.

Plants of Note

Correa, Grevillea, Michelia, Magnolia, Dias, Daphne, Lapageria, Franklinia,Gordonia and many more

Address - Pine Lodge Gardens, Holmbush, St. Austell, Cornwall, England, PL25 3RQ
Opening times - All year. Open 10am to 6pm (last tickets 4:30pm).
Website - Visit the Pinetum Park & Pine Lodge Gardens website

Local Hotels

Hotels within 30km as the crow flies from this garden.

Trehellas House (18km away)
From £47.00 to £185.00

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Nearby Garden Nurseries

Garden Nurseries within 30km as the crow flies from this garden.

Pine Lodge Gardens & Nursery (0km away)
Hidden Valley Gardens (5km away)
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Duchy of Cornwall (10km away)
Trewithen Nursery (11km away)
Bodmin Plant and Herb Nursery (13km away)
The Old Mill Herbary (18km away)
Burncoose Nurseries (28km away)
Bregover Plants (29km away)

Reviews and Comments

Have you visited this garden?

8 months ago H & T Stafford said
Of all the parks & gardens on 3 different visits to Cornwall. Pinetum Park & Pine Lodge Gardens has captured my heart for its breath taking views, tranquil beauty, ever changing with hidden treasures & wild life. THE JEWEL IN THE CROWN OF CORNISH PARKS & GARDENS. To all the staff & gardeners, well done and thank you.

(5.0/5)
8 months ago Emma said
Had an absolutely brilliant time I haven't seen gardens as pristine as these before. The surroundings are so peaceful and I would definately visit again.

(5.0/5)
8 months ago Glynis & Colin said
A very friendly welcome. Plants clearly labelled and plenty of seats to relax and take in the beautiful gardens. Will recommend to family.

(5.0/5)
10 months ago The Sweet family. said
Simply stunning location,a true Cornish gem
The childrens play days are truly superb afffairs well organised and well run by a truly friendly team of staff. The coffee shop is small but well stocked at fair prices with a lovely outside space. The well kept lawns and open spaces are a fantastic place for a picnic,plenty of walking and exploring for the children.Overall a fantastic day for us and our two children.

(5.0/5)
10 months ago Robb said
For the discerning gardener Pine lodge Gardens has much to offer. Its plants, including some uncommon varieties, have been helpfully labelled providing the opportunity to research them further. The horticultural staff are both experienced and approachable, and their enthusiasm is much in evidence through the recent changes that have been made.

(5.0/5)

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