A walk around the famous Tresco Abbey Gardens

Описание: A walk around the famous Abbey Gardens on the island of Tresco, part of the Scilly Isles. This subtropical garden is unique in the UK, due to the mild climate enjoyed by the Isles of Scilly.

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Abbey Gardens on Tresco is a truly remarkable subtropical garden located on the island of Tresco in the Isles of Scilly, just 28 miles off the coast of Cornwall. It's often described as "a perennial Kew without the glass" and was established in the 19th century by Augustus Smith around the ruins of a Benedictine Abbey.
The garden spans 17 acres and is home to an extraordinary collection of over 20,000 plants from more than 80 countries, with about 2,000 exotic species from Mediterranean climate zones around the world, including plants from Brazil, New Zealand, South Africa, Burma, and Australia. Thanks to the mild climate created by the Gulf Stream, these plants flourish outdoors year-round - something that would be impossible anywhere else in the UK.
The gardens were created on terraced levels, with each area showcasing plants from different regions. The Top Terrace features plants from South Africa and Australia, including Protea and Aloe, while the Middle Terrace is the heart of the garden with fishponds and a summerhouse Enchanted Gardens. The famous Long Walk is lined with tree ferns and palms.
Some unique features include:

The Valhalla Museum - A collection of about 30 figureheads and ship carvings from vessels wrecked on the Isles of Scilly, started by Augustus Smith himself
Red squirrels - Reintroduced to the island in 2012-2013, they now roam freely through the gardens
Year-round blooms - Even in midwinter, around 300 species remain in flower

The garden is designated Grade I in the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens and has remained in the same family for five generations. Today it's managed by Robert and Lucy Dorrien-Smith as part of the Tresco Estate.










Join Rob, your virtual walker, on a journey through the famous Tresco Abbey Gardens, a true gem of the Isles of Scilly. This video highlights the vibrant flowers and diverse plants within these stunning sub tropical gardens, offering a perfect backdrop for your exercise. Enjoy the beautiful scenery in 4k video quality, with five-minute markers to track your progress.