Escape to one of Cornwall’s best kept secrets, the beautiful 100 acres Antony Woodland Gardens, one of the Great Gardens of Cornwall. Enjoy unspoiled woodland sweeps down to the Lynher estuary to discover secluded coves and stunning views across the water, as well as carpets of vibrant bluebells and crisp white flowers of wild garlic nestled within the rich verdant greens. Modern sculptures from celebrated international artists are secreted away amongst the International Collection of Camellias, Magnolias, Rhododendrons, Azaleas, and Hydrangeas all of which in their season are a wonder to behold.
Spring walks at Antony Woodland Gardens
Just a ferry ride away from Plymouth it is a haven of serenity and peace, and the perfect place for a pleasant walk, a picnic, for children to explore and also for plantsmen (and women) to enjoy the magnificent variety of plants. During the spring the extensive glades and walks of the garden are covered with drifts of wild flowers; celandines, primroses, bluebells, campion and garlic, as well as some rarer plants that flourish in these conditions.
Wild bird life also feeds on the rich mud flats of the Lynher River and throughout the year, oystercatchers, grey herons, egrets, cormorants and shelducks can be seen. Kingfishers at the Bath House pond, dart across the surface of the water whilst mullet swim beneath. Buzzards and kestrels are commonly seen hovering overhead.
Keen explorers can book a private tour with the head gardener Richard Squires in group of 15.
Antony Woodland Gardens in a member of the Great Gardens of Cornwall