Just minutes from Tregenza, Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens offer a unique marriage of contemporary art and natural beauty set against the iconic backdrop of St Michael’s Mount. This 22-acre exotic garden combines subtropical planting with internationally significant sculptural installations within a sheltered valley that creates its own microclimate.
Winding paths lead visitors through woods and gardens to discover works by renowned artists including James Turrell, David Nash and Richard Long, each piece thoughtfully positioned to interact with its surroundings. The garden’s exotic planting – featuring bamboos, towering palms and architectural succulents – creates an environment more reminiscent of subtropical regions than traditional English landscapes. The Tremenheere Kitchen provides excellent local food with views across Mount’s Bay, while the on-site nursery allows visitors to purchase plants inspired by the gardens. Unlike many formal sculpture parks, Tremenheere maintains a wild, organic quality that changes with the seasons, rewarding return visits throughout the year. Combined with the adjacent Newlyn Art Gallery’s Tremenheere facility, this site offers a perfect day of cultural exploration for those seeking an alternative to Cornwall’s beaches and historic attractions.
