Latest News About Duchy of Cornwall Nursery

Updated 2026-06-18 00:42

The private estate nursery sits within the Duchy estate and opened to the public in 1975 in Lostwithiel, Cornwall following a half-century expansion plan and ongoing expansions featuring a newer extension, retail space, and an Orangery restaurant. The Prince of Wales visited the site in July 2023 to view the nursery extension, glasshouse, and gardens. Funds from the Duchy support the Duke’s public, private, and charitable activities. Located on the Duchy estate and is part of a long-standing estate operation which began public access in 1975. A fifty-year growth plan has guided its development. It is widely regarded as one of the South West’s leading nurseries. Duchy of Cornwall Nursery continues to expand with garden center facilities while emphasizing nature-friendly horticulture.

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Duchy of Cornwall Nursery | The Duchy of Cornwall

Owned by the Duchy of Cornwall, the nursery was originally established to service the nearby Duchy estates until opening its doors to the public in 1975.The nursery has grown a great deal since it began 50 years ago. After further transformations since 2011, it is a place of sanctuary for every visitor, where horticulture is celebrated, and nature is allowed to flourish.

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