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Tresco Abbey Gardens are a beautiful 17-acre garden facility on the island of Tresco within the Isles of Scilly, originally established in the 19th century by island proprietor Augustus Smith as a private garden facility. Today, the gardens are listed as a Grade I property on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens and are open to the public daily throughout the afternoon hours. Visitors can explore the gardens' beautiful historic elements, which include the remains of a Benedictine abbey dating back to 964 AD, along with historic plantings of elm, sycamore, oak, and poplar trees originally planted by Smith. More than 2,280 specimens are showcased throughout the gardens, which are also home to the Valhalla Museum, showcasing historic ship figureheads and nameboards. A seasonal cafe offers up delicious light fare between March and November.
Tresco, Isles of Scilly TR24 0QQ, UK
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