Now open for the 2026 Season
Cornwall's Best-Kept Secret Garden
100 acres of woodland, estuary views and one of the finest camellia collections in the world. Just a ferry ride from Plymouth.
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Spring
Camellias, magnolias, bluebells & wild garlic carpets
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Summer
Hydrangeas, wildflower meadows & estuary breezes
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Autumn
Spectacular foliage, sasanqua camellias & golden light
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Winter
Woodland Walk open year-round for dogs & fresh air
Discover
A Garden of Many Wonders
Two distinct worlds connected by meadows and riverside paths — each visit reveals something new.
International Collection
600 Varieties of Camellia
An International Camellia Garden of Excellence housing the National Collection of Camellia japonica — one of only four such gardens in the UK.
The Lynher Estuary
Riverine Views
Stunning vistas across the water where egrets, cormorants and shelduck swoop low.
Contemporary Art
Sculpture Trail
Works by celebrated international artists secreted amongst the woodland glades.
Heritage
100-Year-Old Magnolias
Nearly 250 varieties of magnolia tower over West Down Valley in spectacular spring bloom.
Film Location
Alice in Wonderland
Find the famous 'rabbit hole' used in Tim Burton's 2010 blockbuster.
Plan Your Visit
Everything You Need to Know
A tranquil escape just 20 minutes from Plymouth, with free parking, refreshments and year-round woodland walks.
Opening Times
Tue–Thurs, Sat & Sun 10:30am–5pm
Last entry 4pm
Closed Mondays & Fridays
Getting Here
Ferry Lane, Torpoint PL11 2QA
Via Torpoint Ferry or A38
Dogs Welcome
Well-behaved dogs on-lead in the Woodland Walk (not in the Garden)
Accessibility
Partial disabled access — please enquire before visiting. Free car park.
Tickets & Season Passes
Support the Carew Pole Garden Trust with every visit
Adult
Includes 2 children under 16
£10
Child (under 16)
Free with paying adult
Free
Group Visits
Special rates by arrangement
Enquire
Season Passes Available
Family pass £40/year (2 adults + 2 children) · Single pass £25/year · Unlimited visits plus seasonal updates from Head Gardener Alison Taylor.
What's On
Upcoming Events
Guided tours, seasonal celebrations and special openings throughout the year.
Visitor Reviews
What Our Visitors Say
Rated 4.5/5 on TripAdvisor with hundreds of 5-star reviews.
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Can't believe we didn't find this garden before! The best camellia woods I've seen in Cornwall. Beautiful views to the river.
— Via TripAdvisor
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A fabulous day out! We spent hours just wandering and marvelling at the amazing plants, trees and wildlife.
— Michelle Ann
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On a still day, this is one of the most tranquil places in Cornwall. We come back with our season pass again and again.
— Local Season Pass Holder
From the Garden
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Seasonal Updates from the Garden
What's in bloom, upcoming events, gardening tips from Alison and exclusive offers for subscribers.
Find Us
How to Get Here
By Car
Via A38, take the A374 towards Torpoint. Turn at Antony House (National Trust). Follow the drive to the bottom. Free car park on the right, opposite the garden. PL11 2QA for sat nav, what3words: ///comically.riverbed.lemmings
By Ferry
Torpoint Ferry from Plymouth (5 mins). The garden is a short drive along the A374 from the ferry terminal.
By Bus
Bus services run from Plymouth via the Torpoint Ferry. Check local timetables for routes.
Stay Nearby
Accommodation available on the Antony Estate. The Wilcove Inn is a mile's walk through the woodland.