Eden Project
Summer: open from March to October. Winter: open from November to March.
Summer: 30 March-October 2009, 9:30 to 18:00. Last entry 16:30.We will also be open later on some evenings in the summer holidays. Please see our website for details. Winter: 2nd November 2009 - March 2010, 10:00 to 16:30. Last entry 15:00.
Eden is famous for its Biomes, the world's largest greenhouses which nestle in a giant 50 metre deep crater the size of 30 football pitches, forming the centrepiece of a spectacular global garden. However, Eden is about far more than just stunning architecture. It is a gateway into the fascinating world of plants and people and a vibrant reminder of how we need each other for our mutual survival.
There's always something new to see at Eden even if you've been many times before. >From new lanscapes to changing seasonal menus, new products in our shop and our annual programme of events, see our website for further details.
FAQ's
- How do I get to Eden?
- You can get to Eden by walking, biking, train, bus or car. Walkers and cyclists enjoy a discount off the adult entry charge, and children under 15 accompanied by an adult come free. If coming by car Eden is well signposted from both the A30 from Exeter and the A391/390 from Plymouth. Visitors from outside the county can take the M5 southbound, to Exeter, where the motorway splits into to the A30. Take the A30 and continue until you reach the Innis Downs junction (A 391) from which Eden is signposted. There is ample parking at Eden and a park and ride service operates from the outer car parks.
- What about Access, will I be able to get around the site ok?
- Eden is dedicated to making access as easy as possible for all our visitors. It’s a large site so a park-and-ride buggy service is in operation to transport people from their cars to the site and back again if required. Disabled car parks are close to the visitor centre but if assistance is required you can request a buggy service. The Land Train takes you up and down the pit, and park-and-ride buses are designed to accommodate wheelchairs. There is seating around the site so you can enjoy your visit at your own pace. If you have a carer to help you the great news is that they get in free. We welcome guide and assistance dogs.
- Can I bring my dog?
- Unfortunately we can't encourage visitors to bring dogs to Eden, and, other than guide dogs, they're not allowed on the main site. We do have very limited shaded car parking in three of our car parks available on a first come first served basis but still strongly advise against bringing dogs to the Project.
- Is there much for children to do?
- Eden is great for the kids. There are imaginative children's play areas, impromptu storytelling, workshops and our new trails featuring endless leafy places to play with shortcuts and hideaways, stepping stones and sandpits. We also have a great children's menu.
Location
Built in an old clay pit... showing degraded environments can be fixed. Colonised with plants... showing we're all part of nature, not apart from it. A symbol of hope... showing what can be achieved when people work together. Exploring how to sustain the environment that sustains all of us... to survive and thrive!
Eden Project
Eden Project,
Bodelva,
Cornwall
PL24 2SG
t: 01726 811 911
f: 01726 811 911
w: www.edenproject.com
- No dogs
- Plants or shrubs for sale
- Special party rates
- Refreshments
- Toilets on site or nearby
- Whole or partial disabled access
- Entertainment for children
- Car and coach park