Explore untold stories from each garden

Behind The Gardens

 

Behind The Gardens is a collection of stories written to celebrate the individuality and horticultural identity of the 14 Great Gardens of Cornwall.

With a nod to history, and the big personalities who shaped the evolution of each garden, we also shine a spotlight on the gardens as they bloom today, and the amazing teams who strive to keep our Cornish gardens amongst the best in the country.

Storytelling is at the heart of this endeavour, as we explore the unique heritage and culture of each garden, and share it with you.

Read on, and let us take you on a journey Behind The Gardens…

ITV Visit Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens

ITV Visit Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens

The Lost Gardens of Heligan: The Story of Tim Smit, Cosmic Coincidence, Restoration, Regeneration and the Real People of the Thunderbox Room

The Lost Gardens of Heligan: The Story of Tim Smit, Cosmic Coincidence, Restoration, Regeneration and the Real People of the Thunderbox Room

Tresco Abbey Garden: The Story Of An Island Paradise Where Spring Comes Early, Red Squirrels & The Calm After The Storm

Tresco Abbey Garden: The Story Of An Island Paradise Where Spring Comes Early, Red Squirrels & The Calm After The Storm

From Pit to Paradise: The Story of The Eden Project, a Global Garden, an Educational Forum and a Platform for Positive Change.

From Pit to Paradise: The Story of The Eden Project, a Global Garden, an Educational Forum and a Platform for Positive Change.

Tregothnan: The story of The House at The Head of The Valley, The Boscawen Seat, Camellias of all Varieties and a Real Life Dinosaur Tree.

Tregothnan: The story of The House at The Head of The Valley, The Boscawen Seat, Camellias of all Varieties and a Real Life Dinosaur Tree.

Trewithen: The Story Of A Family Estate Since 1715, Plant Hunters, Brave Gardening & A Grand Master Plan

Trewithen: The Story Of A Family Estate Since 1715, Plant Hunters, Brave Gardening & A Grand Master Plan

Lamorran House Gardens: A Story of Robert & Maria-Antonietta, an Untamed Four Acres, Romantic Italian Inspiration and Magical Ocean Views

Lamorran House Gardens: A Story of Robert & Maria-Antonietta, an Untamed Four Acres, Romantic Italian Inspiration and Magical Ocean Views

Bonython Estate Gardens: The Story of Botanical Artist Sue Nathan & Her Most Spectacular Canvas Yet.

Bonython Estate Gardens: The Story of Botanical Artist Sue Nathan & Her Most Spectacular Canvas Yet.

Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens: Where Connection to Landscape, Planting and Art Elevates the Mind and Heart

Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens: Where Connection to Landscape, Planting and Art Elevates the Mind and Heart

Trebah Garden: The Story of an Independent Beachfront Garden, a Woodland Valley, Pink Flamingos and the Trebah Garden Trust.

Trebah Garden: The Story of an Independent Beachfront Garden, a Woodland Valley, Pink Flamingos and the Trebah Garden Trust.

Tregrehan Garden: A Story of the Carlyon Family, a Spectacular Arboretum, Plant Hunting Expeditions and Cornwall’s Temperate Rainforest.

Tregrehan Garden: A Story of the Carlyon Family, a Spectacular Arboretum, Plant Hunting Expeditions and Cornwall’s Temperate Rainforest.

The Minack Theatre Garden: Where Drama and Nature Flourish in Harmony

The Minack Theatre Garden: Where Drama and Nature Flourish in Harmony

Antony Woodland Garden: A Story of Stunning Woodland, Glorious River Views, Camellias and The Historic Antony Estate

Antony Woodland Garden: A Story of Stunning Woodland, Glorious River Views, Camellias and The Historic Antony Estate

Trewidden: A Story of Ancient Tin Mines, Glorious Tree Ferns and the historic Bolitho Family Estate

Trewidden: A Story of Ancient Tin Mines, Glorious Tree Ferns and the historic Bolitho Family Estate

Caerhays Castle and Spring Gardens: A Story of Plant Hunting Expeditions, Garden Diaries, and Constant Evolution

Caerhays Castle and Spring Gardens: A Story of Plant Hunting Expeditions, Garden Diaries, and Constant Evolution