Trelan

Trelan has a distinctly tropical feel. There is a swimming pond surrounded by lush vegetation, an Italianate sunken garden, a fern garden, numerous young trees and countless Echium pininana. It is a feast for the eyes.

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About Trelan

Work started on the garden in 2013 and it already looks well established. Nothing had been done in the garden for decades. On the site of a sand school we built a swimming pond and planted abundantly around it. A series of conifer trees offered protection to these plants and the propitious micro-climate enabled strong growth. A pump and filter system keeps the water very clear. No chemicals have been used in the pond. It’s a newt’s paradise.
There’s a significant drop from the main lawn to the sunken garden which had formerly been a mass of brambles. There are cobblestones on the ground, a fruitful lemon tree centre stage, and two massive Trachycarpus Fortunei on either side and huge banana plants in the corners. This area has an Italianate feel. The garden had the advantage of having some very mature Monterey pine trees, planted when the house was built in 1927. We have planted numerous trees of many kinds in the last few years, and let the areas grow wild. There is a well established Fern garden and quite a few fruit trees.

Trelan features

Location details

Trelan,
St Ives,
Cornwall,
TR26 3DU

Directions to Trelan
Trelan Gardens are off Wharf Rd which leads to a car park on Dynamite Quay. Car park signed at the end of Wharf Rd & the gardens are 100m down on R.

Trelan openings

This garden has now completed its National Garden Scheme openings for this year.

Accessibility

There is wheelchair access to most of the garden. Dogs on a lead are welcome.

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FAQs

Are payment cards accepted at Trelan?

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Are coaches allowed at Trelan?

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

Is Trelan a dog friendly garden?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Trelan. 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.

Are there plants available for sale?

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Is there wheelchair access at Trelan?

Sorry, Trelan does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Is this a wildlife garden?

Trelan is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.

Trelan

Owner Info

About Trelan

Trelan features

Location details

Trelan openings

Accessibility

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