National Museum of Gardening
Starting modestly in 1998 originally housed in the old Carriage House, this display caused so much interest that it was decided to move it to a larger, purpose built building in 2001, when it also achieved National status.
Set in ten themed areas, this nostalgic display is believed to be the largest and most comprehensive collection of garden tools and memorabilia in the country. Exhibits date from the early 1800s and there are a vast collection of gardening tools, from the ever useful spade to the lawnmower, or the seed catalogue to rosettes won by the ordinary gardener. In the museum you will also see a large and extensive collection of garden related enamel signs, undoubtedly this collection is one of, if not the largest in the world!
A selection of 17 Th century purpose made tools, often by the village blacksmith or local craftsman, are also shown. It’s amazing how much, or how little things have changed!
The Carriage House became the Soap Museum in late 2003, after the re-location of the National Museum of Gardening, which is situated alongside the Colin Gregory Toy Museum
Do not miss a visit to the historic Trevarno Estate where you can explore the magnificent gardens, grounds and Woodland walks which date back to 1246. We organise Events throughout the year at Trevarno.
Enjoy the abundant wildlife, follow the progress of major restoration projects and visit the remarkable National Museum of Gardening. Learn about Trevarno's unique handmade organic skincare and soap products and don't forget the fascinating vintage Soap Museum, Honey Bee Information Centre and nostalgic vintage Toy Museum (small additional charge). Be sure to leave time for homemade refreshments in the sub tropical fountain Garden Conservatory and a visit to the Plant Sales area and shop with a unique range of Trevarno gifts.
Trevarno Gardens
The Jewel in the crown, at the heart of the estate, 70 acres of enchanting gardens and grounds featuring one of Cornwall's largest and most diverse plant collections set within magnificent formal, informal and woodland areas. The gardens include numerous specimen shrubs and trees, a stunning bluebell valley, ornamental lake with picturesque Victorian Boathouse and formal cascade, Sunken Italian Garden, Serpentine Yew Tunnel, extensive Pinetum, Bamboo collection, atmospheric Rockery and Grotto, the Great Lawn and Summer Terrace and many other interesting features you can get lost in.
VISITORS INFORMATION:
Opening times
Every day 10.30 – 17.00
Closed 25th and 26th December
| Admission |
| Adult |
£6.85 |
| Senior |
£5.95 |
| Child (under 14) |
£2.40 |
| Disabled/Student |
£3.45 |
| Family* |
£18.00 |
| Season Tickets: |
| Adults |
£22.00 |
| Senior |
£18.00 |
| Disabled |
£11.00 |
| Family* |
£45.00 |
* Family ticket: 2 Adults and up to 3 Children
Open Access
Open access is available from the conservatory tea room to winter tea room and shop for wheelchairs.
Recent route improvements mean most of the garden is accessible for customers with wheelchairs, buggies,etc.
Parking
Ample free and disabled parking is provided please avoid parking in the coach parking bays.
Dogs
Dogs are welcome on leads, waste bins are provided throughout the gardens, please use them.
There are certain parts of the estate walk where dogs are perm
Directions:
From Helston
Leave Helston on the Penzance Road signposted B3302 junction, take the B3303 signed Camborne.
Trevarno is signposted at the northern end of the Crowntown Village.
From the A30 at the St Ives (A3074) roundabout take the B3301 in to Hayle.
In the centre of Hayle take the B3302 towards Leedstown and Helston.
At the B3303 turning towards Crowntown turn left in to Crowntown and soon after the village turn right towards the garden.
Address:
National Museum of Gardening
Trevarno
Crowntown
Nr Helston
Cornwall
TR13 0RU