Tresco Abbey Gardens, Botanical garden in Tresco, United Kingdom
Description
Tresco Abbey Gardens is a 19-acre botanical space on the island of Tresco where roughly 20,000 plant species from Mediterranean and subtropical climates grow together. Tall granite walls shelter this diverse collection from the fierce Atlantic winds that sweep across the waters.
History
Augustus Smith created this space in 1834, turning bare land into a cultivated garden. The project developed near the ruins of a 12th-century Benedictine abbey, which gave the place its name.
Culture
The Valhalla Museum holds ship figureheads and maritime objects salvaged from vessels wrecked around the Scilly Isles. These pieces tell stories of seafaring life and the power of ocean currents in this remote location.
Practical
The gardens welcome visitors throughout the year and offer plenty of space to explore at your own pace. Wear comfortable shoes as the grounds are extensive, and allow time to wander through the different planted areas.
Did you know?
Red squirrels have lived in the gardens since 2013 after being brought by helicopter from the British Wildlife Centre in Surrey. These uncommon creatures find one of their few safe havens in this southern location within Britain.
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