Penjerrick

This peaceful 15 acre spring-flowering garden with fine views of the sea has considerable historical and botanical interest.

Penjerrick was created 200 years ago by the Fox family (who were also responsible for the gardens at Glendurgan).

The family planted the upper garden with specimens collected abroad including rhododendrons, camellias, magnolias, azaleas, tree ferns and bamboos. The garden is also the home of the Penjerrick and Barclayi hybrid rhododendrons.

Among the magnificent trees the Fox family established here is the second largest beech in England.

The lower part of Penjerrick is a luxuriant valley garden reached by a wooden bridge. In this wild, jungle-like setting are ponds and tree ferns that date back almost to the original planting of the garden.

The tranquil garden is at its best in the spring.