The Lost Gardens of Heligan
Free RHS Member days
January–March and November–December, when open
About the garden
On Monday 16 February 1990, The Lost Gardens of Heligan were rediscovered, emerging from the brambles of time. Today, Heligan remains one of the most beloved and romantic collections of gardens in the UK, as well as one of the largest restoration projects in Europe.
Spanning more than 200 acres, Heligan is a garden for all seasons. The Victorian productive gardens and pleasure grounds beckon along winding paths laid over two centuries ago. The Jungle takes visitors on a sub-tropical adventure through bamboo tunnels and under majestic tree ferns, giant rhubarb and bananas, while the estate reveals a lost world of traditional breeds, wildlife and ancient woodlands.
Facilities
- Children’s play area
- Dogs welcome
- Parking
- Plant sales
- Refreshments
- Toilets
Key features
- Sculpture
- Herbaceous border
- Glasshouse (open to public)
- Pond or lake
- Autumn colour
Get involved
The RHS is the UK’s gardening charity, helping people and plants to grow - nurturing a healthier, happier world, one person and one plant at a time.