Tresco Abbey Gardens

Abbey Garden

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Tresco Abbey Gardens are located on the island of Tresco in the Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom. The 17 acre gardens were established by the … See more

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Jul 26, 2024
Tranquil island with very manicured grounds leading to the sub tropical gardens which are very beautiful. Easy to get around the island..a little bit twee in places.. Full review by Jenny A
Jul 24, 2024
Even if you aren't great fan of gardens, there’s plenty more to see and do here - from the red squirrel feeding station near the entrance to the delightful shell house at the top of the main path fro… Full review by EESW1
Jul 1, 2024
Beautiful garden planted on several levels. Not too busy so easy to enjoy them . Hightlights were the red squirrels and the fantastic range of proteas Full review by Christine B
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Tresco Abbey Gardens are located on the island of Tresco in the Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom. The 17 acre gardens were establish…
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Opened:1834
Area:0.069 km²

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if my cruise ship. Windstar WindSurf, arrives at 8:30 and departs at 2pm......enough time to go to gardens and Valhalla? still …
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if my cruise ship. Windstar WindSurf, arrives at 8:30 and departs at 2pm......enough time to go to gardens and Valhalla? still need to eat lunch. where does the ship dock?
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They do trips. From the cruise ships usually to the gardens. The garden has a great cafe for pasties and light lunches whilst you watch the wild red squirrels if you are lucky. Enjoy it's the …
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They do trips. From the cruise ships usually to the gardens. The garden has a great cafe for pasties and light lunches whilst you watch the wild red squirrels if you are lucky. Enjoy it's the most amazing garden
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Hi, We have recently moved to Cornwall and can travel to Tresco at any time of year. What month would you …
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Hi, We have recently moved to Cornwall and can travel to Tresco at any time of year. What month would you recommend to see Abbey Garden at its best?
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Definitely spring.
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Is it possible to see the squirrels without having to visit the gardens? That is, do they live anywhere outside the pay …
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Is it possible to see the squirrels without having to visit the gardens? That is, do they live anywhere outside the pay-zone? I'm visiting Scilly next year for the first time, not a plant freak but like wildlife. Just come back from a hotel in the Lake District where they visit the garden for free!
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Hi Oldpigsqueal, The red squirrels tend to stay around the garden but you do sometimes see them near the garden entrance and around the Garden Cafe... Even if you're not …
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Hi Oldpigsqueal, The red squirrels tend to stay around the garden but you do sometimes see them near the garden entrance and around the Garden Cafe... Even if you're not a plant fan, the Garden is still well worth a visit, if only for the stunning views and feeling of being somewhere a million miles away from the UK whilst just off the Cornish coast!
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Are dogs allowed in the gardens?
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Yes they are do so long as the dog is kept on a lead.
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How do I get to Tresco?
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The fastest way to the island is to fly direct to Tresco with Penzance Helicopters. The stunning flight takes just 15 minutes and you'll land moments from your accommodation...
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