Nearby is the one of the newest
attractions in Cornwall "The Eden Project".
Much publicised, Eden has been described as the
eighth wonder of the world.
Well
worth a visit ... and there is FREE weekend
transport from Topos
The Lost Gardens of Heligan
extend to some 80 acres and was formerly the Tremayne
family seat. Now the site of the largest garden
restoration in Europe, the extraordinary plant
collection together with exotic glasshouses and
mild Cornish climate make it a popular tourist
attraction.
During the the Great War the
gardens gradually went to sleep although basic
maintenance was undertaken to the grounds around
the house.
Mevagissey is a lively
fishing village only 8 miles away which
offers a varied choice of restaurants and
pubs.The village has lively working twin
harbours landing a varied catch.
Much of their
haul, including lobster and skate, is served
at the waterside pubs and restaurants.
A full range of
local fish can be seen at The Old Lifeboat
House Aquarium.
