Gyllyngdune Gardens

Gyllyngdune Gardens

(pronounced (gill-ing-dune)

Cornwall is well known for its sub-tropical and exotic gardens, and Falmouth was central to their creation.

From 1688 to 1852, Packet Ships sailed from Falmouth carrying mail and goods to the Mediterranean and the Americas. Exotic and sub-tropical plants from as far afield as China and Australasia were brought back, and they thrived in the regions subtropical climate. These world wide voyages led to the creation of many unique gardens, including Gyllyngdune, a garden with a history rich in people, places and plants. • Tropical and traditional planting

• Stunning views of the sea and estuary

• A listed seafront folly, known as the chapel

• A secret sub-tropical quarry garden & tunnel

• Three amazing shell grottos

• An Edwardian bandstand

• Amazing flower displays

• Delightful walks to nearby beaches, the harbour and town centre


Website address: www.gyllyngdunegardens.co.uk