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5 Nature & Parks in Par That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Par, United Kingdom including Marsh Villa Gardens, Tregrehan Garden, Hidden Valley Gardens, Polkerris Beach, Par Sands Beach.
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1. Marsh Villa Gardens
2. Tregrehan Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By SnappyBrit - Forest of Dean, United Kingdom
Lovely, relaxing, quiet, tranquil and serene. We had been to Eden Project before coming here and loved these gardens so much more because of how they made us feel. We walked and sat in the grass and genuinely felt such great inner peace here. There were only 4 other cars when we came and it was just a calming, lovely experience. We were so lucky to be there on the day of the week they are open. I would highly recommend if you just want a place to go for an hour or two and to feel wonderful after doing so! It is very steep in the woodlands area of the gardens so that may be tricky to navigate for some people, but I would highly recommend that area of the garden as it was so breathtakingly peaceful.
3. Hidden Valley Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
Hidden Valley Gardens is a 3 acre garden (open March 20th to Oct. 15th) nestled in a hidden valley designed to create an immense sense of calm amongst 26 beds/borders featuring a host of colourful herbaceous perennials, annuals, shrubs and bulbs. The hot border bursts with a riot of scorching colours, sizzling with sunflowers, red and orange dahlias and purple verbena. Raised beds have been crafted for plants that enjoy drier conditions including herbs and lavenders. There is an iris garden, fernery, Japanese garden, potager, primrose garden, herbaceous and cottage garden beds and a Mediterranean area. The pond area has innovative bog planting that encourages wildlife like toads, gravity-defying pond skaters and dancing butterflies. A shady gazebo provides views over the garden and across the Cornish countryside. We also have the Garden Studio, self-catering accommodation for 2 persons. See www.hiddenvalleygardens.co.uk for more details of Garden and Garden Studio. RHS Partner Garden
Reviewed By 358alanc - Sittingbourne, United Kingdom
I am not sure about the Par location as this garden is just outside Lostwithiel and some distance from Par.. It is hidden away in a valley as its name suggests, but it is a medium sized and very varied garden with the owners normally outside working in it and always willing to chat to visitors. There are a wide variety of plants, with the dahlias particularly spectacular in September.
4. Polkerris Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 378 reviews
Polkerris Beach combines an idyllic sandy Cornish cove with first class watersports facilities. It's as good for a day trip as it is for a two-week holiday or intensive watersports course. From the smallest sandcastle-building toddler to the seasoned watersport enthusiast, there is something for everyone here. Picture this - a sheltered, sandy beach in a small village, self-catering accommodation just up the lane, no through traffic, a beach shop and café, equipment rental so you don't have to lug everything with you and personalised windsurfing and sailing courses at our award-winning, RYA Recognised Training Centre. Round that off with a beer in the Rashleigh Inn as the sun sets and you have the makings of the perfect Cornish beach scene - or dine in style at 'Sam's on the Beach' which has proved extremely popular since it opened in 2009.
Reviewed By 959gillf
We visited this beach a few weeks ago. There s a reasonable size car park a few hundred yards walk up the hill. Pub, shop, cafe and toilets next to the beach. A great spot.
5. Par Sands Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 126 reviews
Reviewed By cornishman8
This has to be one of the safest beaches in Cornwall. The tide goes out for miles so there are plenty of walks.It is dog friendly and very clean,Plenty of sand dunes for children to play in and plenty of parking.
