Trewithen
Lived in by the same family for over 250 years, the 200-yard long lawn surely gives one of the most memorable house and garden vistas in England.
Grampound Road, Truro, Cornwall, TR2 4DD
Meaning ‘house of the trees’, Trewithen is a Palladian house by Thomas Edwards of Greenwich, lived in by the same family for over 250 years.
Interiors include the Dining Room by Sir Robert Taylor with rococo plasterwork, and family collections. Much of the furniture was made for the house.
The site features outstanding gardens with rare plants, including tree magnolias and many other rare species. The 200-yard long lawn gives one of the most memorable house and garden vistas in England.
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Opening Times and Visitor Information for Trewithen Gardens and House
Trewithen Gardens and House offer a variety of attractions and events for visitors. Below is a detailed summary of the opening times, ticket prices, and special events:
General Opening Times
- Trewithen Gardens: Open daily from 1st March to 30th September, from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Last entry is at 4:00 PM, and the car park gates close at 5:30 PM.
- Trewithen House: Open Sunday to Tuesday from 26th April to 30th June 2026, and on August Bank Holiday Monday, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Guided tours are available at 12:15 PM, 1:30 PM, and 2:45 PM.
- Tea Shed: Open daily from 1st March to 30th September, from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Ticket Prices
- Garden Entry: £12.50 for adults, free for children under 12.
- Season Tickets: £40 for individuals, £70 for two-person tickets.
- Local Residents and Cornwall Garden Society Members: £10 (ID required).
- House Tour: £15 per adult.
- House Tour with Garden Entry: £20 per adult.
Group Visits
Groups of 12 or more can enjoy a reduced garden entry rate of £10 per person. Complimentary entry is provided for coach drivers and tour group leaders. Group tours and private tours are available, including:
- Head Gardener Tours: Available Monday to Friday at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM, for up to 12 people, priced at £200 per group.
- Horticulturalist Tours: Available on Tuesdays and Saturdays at 11:00 AM, for up to 12 people, priced at £8 per person.
- House Tours: Available for up to 8 persons per tour during the house opening period.
Special Events
- Wreath-Making Workshop: Held on Thursday, 27th November, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Tickets include materials and refreshments.
Additional Information
Free parking is available for all visitors, with disabled parking bays near the main entrance. The Tea Shed offers a variety of refreshments and is open to all visitors without requiring a garden ticket.
For more details or to book tickets, please contact Trewithen Gardens directly.
Historic Houses members visit free.
For other info, see the house’s own website.
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