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Menheniot Gardens

Menheniot Gardens is a group of 5 gardens and 3 community spaces situated in an attractive old mining village all within a reasonable walking distance from the sports pavilion. They consist of cottage gardens, private gardens and community spaces. The village has an historical connection with the Royal Navy, with the captain of HMS Pickle, Lt. Lapenotiere, buried in the churchyard. HMS Pickle was at Trafalgar and was ordered back to England to inform King George III of the death of Nelson.

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Menheniot Gardens

About Menheniot Gardens

Menheniot Gardens is a group of 5 gardens and 3 community spaces situated in an attractive old mining village all within a reasonable walking distance from the sports pavilion. They consist of cottage gardens, private gardens and community spaces. The village has an historical connection with the Royal Navy, with the captain of HMS Pickle, Lt. Lapenotiere, buried in the churchyard. HMS Pickle was at Trafalgar and was ordered back to England to inform King George III of the death of Nelson.

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Location details

Menheniot Gardens,
Menheniot Village,
Cornwall,
PL14 3RZ

Directions to Menheniot Gardens
From the A38 turn L at the Menheniot junction, drive 1¼m into the village, follow yellow signs to the sports pavilion and collect a comprehensive map of the gardens to be visited.

Menheniot Gardens openings

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas at the Old School, adjacent to the village green at the end of the tour.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 14:00-17:30

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access to 6 of the 8 gardens.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Menheniot Gardens at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Menheniot Gardens. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Yes, one or more routes at Menheniot Gardens are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Menheniot Gardens seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.