Welcome to Morrab Gardens in Penzance, Cornwall

About The Gardens

The quality of a public space gives a strong impression of an area. It is part of what gives a town its identity, and local residents a sense of civic pride.

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Friends of Morrab

The Friends are a lively group of people who share a love of the gardens. Some volunteer their help in the greenhouses and the grounds, others like to get involved with fundraising, especially at the annual summer fete.

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How to find us

Morrab Gardens is located in the heart of Penzance, just off the town centre and has been looked after by the Council since it was bought in 1888.

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Every day something fresh, something new:
camellias dripping with early morning rain,
wave upon wave of magnolia, perfect white to deep lilac,
first daffodils, crocuses under the trees,
Open spaces filled with flowers, smell of spring grass-mowing.
Secluded walks, hidden pond – one bright pink water lily.
Children playing in the bandstand, teenagers’ meeting place,
summer picnics on the grass,
fountain playing, small birds drinking.
Red sumac leaves caught and turned in the wind,
gossip on the corners.
A pair of gulls trampling the wet grass for worms,
early frost on leaves, frozen spiders’ webs.
At night, dark tree tunnels

Penny Young

Friends of Morrab Gardens Member

Like most of the houses in the centre of Penzance, my terraced house has a very small garden. It was, therefore, a real joy to discover Morrab Gardens with its wonderful collection of sub-tropical plants. And even better, to meet Joe the head gardener who was more than happy to let me loose with a spade and a wheelbarrow. My favourite time of year in the Gardens is the spring when the daffodils are in full bloom and the magnolia trees are truly magnificent. I love taking my dog for a walk in the early morning before many people are about. Because I wanted to become more involved I joined the Friends of Morrab Gardens and have made some really good friends and learnt some useful gardening skills along the way.

Rosie Hughes

Friends of Morrab Gardens Chairman

Well worth a visit if you're down in Penzance for the day. The exotic plants don't feel as though they belong in England, let alone Cornwall so it's really beautiful to see. The park is always clean and well maintained, and all of the local dog walkers passing through are friendly.

scott redrup

14 Jun 2019
An exotic haven of tranquility I remembered these gardens from childhood visits. There are pathways bordered by palms and other exotic plants, Water for calmness. The gardens are well maintained and are a great place to spend a quiet time away from the bustle of town or promenade.

LichenMoss

12 Oct 2018
Pleasant & peaceful This is a lovely quite garden, close to centre of Penzance, good place to chill, couple of ponds, a fountain, band stand, private and secluded benches, good mix of people. We often spend time in the gardens if the place we are staying only has a yard, gets you out into the green of the gardens. Wide range of intriguing & interesting plants too. Great space to relax, more of a private feel than Penlee House Gardens.

Spiralarm123

16 Apr 2017
Aways a pleasure to walk through. As I live just outside Penzance I often walk through the park on my way to the town, it is very well kept and a credit to those who tend to the gardens. Well worth a visit for anybody visiting Penzance.

Rppz

14 Jun 2018
Absolutely love this girl it's a spot of paradise in a busy time with many quiet corners I will definitely look it up again the next time I'm in Penzance

Keith Hele

13 May 2019

Morrab Gardens

…the sub-tropical oasis in the heart of Penzance