The land on which the castle stands was originally owned by the Killigrew family, governors of Pendennis. The lodgings fronting the 'keep' were added to provide more comfortable accommodation. In 1598, during Elizabeth I's reign, a new type of defensive wall was added around the original…
Distance:
9.5 miles
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A superb subtropical garden with year‐round interest. This valley garden of great beauty was created in the 1820s and developed over many years by the Fox family. Running down to the tiny village of Durgan and its beach, the garden has many fine trees and rare…
Distance:
6.5 miles
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Discover the extraordinary beauty of Godolphin House and Gardens which offer over 700 years of Cornish history. The privatly owned Tudor and Stuart Grade 1 mansion complete with its Elizabethan stables lies surrounded by very early formal gardens c. 1500, orchards and spectacular bluebell woods April…
Distance:
3.9 miles
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St Michael's Mount is a magical rocky island crowned by medieval castle and church. A national treasure not to be missed, ancient, romantic & breathtakingly beautiful. Follow in the steps of pilgrims,mariners & giants to discover the legends & the real stories of the Mount. …
Distance:
9.6 miles
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Tranquil garden set on many levels, containing a superb collection of tender and exotic plants. Beautifully positioned at the head of the Fal estuary, the estate commands panoramic views over the area and has extensive park and woodland walks beside the river. At its heart is…
Distance:
11.6 miles
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