# Heligan Gardens, Saint Austell — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.5/5 from 14,913 Google reviews. National collections, wildlife and Victorian gardens in 200 acres of lush grounds, plus a tearoom. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/st-austell/restaurants/heligan-gardens (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Garden # Heligan Gardens Pentewan, St Austell [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8436004582596039872&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Heligan Gardens](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/111773319726046881061) **In short:** Heligan Gardens is a garden in St Austell, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 14,913 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places National collections, wildlife and Victorian gardens in 200 acres of lush grounds, plus a tearoom. Summary via Google ## About Heligan Gardens The Lost Gardens of Heligan cover 200 acres and include national collections, wildlife areas and Victorian gardens. A tearoom operates on site. The food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. The grounds feature a "Jungle" section with a rope bridge, flower gardens and a large play area for children. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Heligan Gardens's own website](https://www.heligan.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM ### Other hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM ## What's nearby - Heligan Kitchen next door - The Lost Gardens of Heligan parkrun next door - Lobbs Farm Shop next door - The Mud Maiden 250m away - Heligan Caravan and Camping Park 350m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Visitors say this garden offers stunning, well-maintained grounds with diverse areas, including an impressive "Jungle" section with a rope bridge and beautiful flower gardens. They also highlight the fantastic, large play area for children and the friendly, helpful staff. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (14,913 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** St Austell Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/510752). [More restaurants in St Austell](https://staycation.co.uk/st-austell/restaurants) ★ 4.5 (14,913 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.heligan.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01726 845100](tel:01726845100) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** St Austell **Plus Code** 9C2Q75PP+8Q ### 🏨 Places to stay near St Austell Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DSt%2BAustell%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/st-austell/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/st-austell/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Heligan Gardens? Heligan Gardens is open Mon–Sun 10am–6pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Heligan Gardens any good? Heligan Gardens is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 14,913 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Heligan Gardens good for children? Yes, Heligan Gardens is listed as good for children. ### How do I contact Heligan Gardens? Call Heligan Gardens on +44 1726 845100. ## More near Heligan Gardens ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Kerryanna Country House Bed and Breakfast ★ 5.0 · 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/mevagissey/hotels/kerryanna-country-house-bed-and-breakfast) - [Lower Barns Guest House ★ 5.0 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/st-austell/hotels/lower-barns-guest-house) - [Bacchus ★ 4.9 · 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/mevagissey/hotels/bacchus) - [9 The Net Lofts ★ 4.8 · 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/mevagissey/hotels/9-the-net-lofts) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Sea Barn 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/sea-barn-syk1184306) - [Ewe Barn 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/ewe-barn-syk1184564) - [The Nook 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/the-nook-uk44660) - [Coachman’s Cottage 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/cottages/coachman-s-cottage-uk51954) ### Campsites nearby - [Heligan Caravan and Camping Park ★ 4.7 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/camping/heligan-caravan-and-camping-park) - [Higher Kestle Farm Campsite ★ 4.9 · 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/camping/higher-kestle-farm-campsite) - [The Meadows ★ 4.6 · 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/camping/the-meadows) - [Little Winnick Touring Park ★ 4.6 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cornwall/camping/little-winnick-touring-park) ### Things to do nearby - [The Lost Gardens of Heligan ★ 4.5 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/st-austell/attractions/the-lost-gardens-of-heligan) - [Pentewan Beach ★ 4.6 · 1.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/pentewan/attractions/pentewan-beach) - [Portmellon Beach ★ 4.5 · 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/mevagissey/attractions/portmellon-beach) - [Mevagissey Beach ★ 5.0 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/mevagissey/attractions/mevagissey-beach)