Godolphin

The house at Godolphin is one of Cornwall's most spectacular, but head outside and there's even more to see and do.

Discover how generations of the Godolphin family displayed their wealth and status through creating impressive works and facilities across their estate.

The gardens surrounding National Trust house Godolphin in Cornwall are rich and diverse and are a joy to visit anytime of year.

The estate at Godolphin boasts a number of habitats including wild woodlands and the peaceful banks of the River Hayle.

A beautiful, short riverside walk, with two wooden troll bridges. It's an ideal place for wild flowers and a great spot for picnics in the summer months.

A gentle ramble up to the top of Godolphin Hill which boasts one of the best views over West Cornwall. On a clear day you can see St Michael's Mount and St Ives bay.

Godolphin's gardens are some of the most historically important in Europe. Discover the history behind them and learn about Sir Francis Godolphin's design influences.

Due to a fire in the 17th century we know little about the detailed history of the estate. However, archaeological findings give insight into how the area has been used in the past 2,000 years.

Several of the Trust's properties in West Cornwall are within a World Heritage Site, but what does this mean, and why does the area deserve this status?