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The Lost Gardens of Heligan, wedding venue in Cornwall, UK
Wedding Venue
Wedding Venue
5.0(11)

The Lost Gardens of Heligan

Pentewan, St Austell, Cornwall, PL26 6EN, Cornwall, UK

Guest capacity
10 to 60 guests
Per person from
Menus from £35

About The Lost Gardens of Heligan

Weddings at one of the most romantic gardens in the world Nestled in the enchanting village of Pentewan, Cornwall, The Lost Gardens of Heligan offers an intimate and unforgettable wedding experience. Once a forgotten gem, hidden within the overgrown brambles since the First World War, this captivating estate has been reborn thanks to a remarkable restoration project. The discovery of a hidden door sparked the revitalisation of Europe's largest garden restoration, transforming the grounds into a serene and picturesque sanctuary. Today, Heligan stands proudly among the most beautiful gardens in Britain, providing a magical and timeless setting for a fairytale wedding. Facilities and Capacity Spanning 200 acres of lush, vibrant landscapes, The Lost Gardens of Heligan offers a variety of stunning indoor and outdoor event spaces, including nine picturesque locations licensed for civil ceremonies. Whether you dream of exchanging vows surrounded by the blooming beauty of nature or within the charming interiors of a historic building, there is a perfect spot to suit every couple. The Heligan Kitchen Conservatory provides an exquisite venue for a classic three course dinner and celebration, while the outdoor barbecue area offers a relaxed and informal atmosphere for a memorable reception. While most weddings at Heligan accommodate between 20 and 50+ guests, larger celebrations can be arranged for evening receptions. Services Offered At The Lost Gardens of Heligan, a dedicated wedding team is on hand to guide you every step of the way, ensuring your day is as seamless and unforgettable as your love story. From the initial planning stages to the final farewell, the team will help bring your vision to life, curating a wedding day that reflects your unique style and personality. The estate’s catering menus highlight the very best of Cornwall’s seasonal produce, much of which is harvested directly from the estate’s grounds, just 157 yards from your table! In addition, their exceptional drinks menu showcases a curated selection of local spirits and wines, produced on the nearby coastal slopes of Cornwall. The Lost Gardens of Heligan is more than just a wedding venue; it’s a magical destination where your love story can unfold amidst breathtaking beauty. Reach out to their wedding team today to begin crafting the perfect day to celebrate your happily ever after.

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Styles & facilities

Unusual weddings
Historic
Marquees and tents
Woodland and festival
In the country
Unique weddings
Church
Outdoor license
Civil ceremony licence
Live band facilities
Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Evening reception facilities
Alcohol licence
In-house catering
Car parking
Seated meal facilities
Orangery on site
Buffet meal facilities
Pet-friendly
Entertainment licence
Wedding coordinator
Accessible facilities
Corkage option

Reviews

5.0(11)5/5 from 11 couple reviews

5/5 review

AlexandraJuly 2026

5.0

Lynn and all her team were fantastic start to finish. From planning and putting up and facilitating all our requests (of which there were many!) and making our perfect wedding a reality. Communication with our other vendors was exemplary and I had no doubt that everything would be in place for our day. Value was amazing and on the day we felt

5/5 review

BrionyOctober 2025

5.0

Where do we even begin? Our wedding day was the best day of our lives, and that was for sure in part because of the incredible Lost Gardens of Heligan! From the moment we visited the venue (by chance!) we knew it was the one. Plenty of choice for ceremony and reception areas, beautiful sprawling grounds, a commitment to high quality and local food, and a team who go above and beyond to help you plan and deliver the day of your dreams. Louise and her team are fantastic. We were surprised at just how much they offered, and how flexible they were. We think that they could better advertise just how much they offer to couples - we weren't expecting them to make our stationery, support with dressing the reception area, etc. The value for money is excellent. The food was top tier! Weddings are already so wasteful, and local grown food was a priority for us. 85% of the food they sell and make is grown on site - and you can tell! Beautiful seasonal produce, well cooked and presented. The Cornish touches were amazing. The whole day had a very relaxed, Cornish vibe, and the pasties at the end of the night were a real hit. :) The bride's brother has autism and epilepsy. Louise and her team were very supportive in the lead-up to and on the day, offering spaces for him to go to decompress and keeping an eye on him. Thank you. We loved our wedding at Heligan, and 110% recommend it for any cou

5/5 review

HeatherSeptember 2025

5.0

We got married on the 6th September 2025 and wow what an amazing day. Not only is heligan one of the most beautiful places in Cornwall, Louise and her team are the most accommodating and professional. They made it stress free and nothing was too much trouble. It was easy to communicate with them and the price was more than reasonable to make the bespoke wedding of our dreams.

5/5 review

SallyJune 2025

5.0

Louise and the wedding team at Heligan helped us plan and create the most perfect, magical wedding day! The amount of thought and attention to detail put in was just incredible, Louise really made our dreams come true, she had thought of everything for us and

5/5 review

KateMay 2025

5.0

I got married here on the 4th of may and couldn't not have asked for a more amazing venue for the wedding and the team especially Louise and Victoria made our day so amazing and made sure we ha

5/5 review

Ian G.November 2024

5.0

We had a fantastic time at our wedding in autumn 2024. There wasn't anything the team said no to about our requests and we had a fantastic day. Everything was just as we planned, and with all the details of Heligan, a place we love so much. All the prices of things and costs were upfront and nothing hidden, the team went the extra mile to make sure all our guests were catered for, from dietary requirements to young children at dinner. It made the perfect venue for our small wedding, 17 guests, 5 of which were children under 6. They enjoyed time outside, toasting marshmallows and

5/5 review

JessJuly 2024

5.0

Louise and her team from start to finish we're nothing but exemplary. They had so much attention to detail and really showed they cared about making our day the best it could be. The day itself was fantastic, everything ran smoothly and our guests have said it was the best wedding they've been too. They also expressed many times how amazi

5/5 review

AdrianApril 2024

5.0

We are so pleased the lost gardens have been found! The focus of the organisational staff was superb, and their help was enormous. The flexibility of the arrangements was unlike any other on offer (forget the rigid and costly Eden Project now!). The beauty of the gardens and the friendliness of everyone within in them, from gardeners to kitchen staff, was extraordinary (calling out particularly the gardener who let us have photos in a closed greenhouse, and the chef who gave me a huge piping tube of his amazing garlic butter). We felt so special, and were astonished by the attention to detail. Finally, the v

5/5 review

CallumNovember 2023

5.0

I’ve visited the Lost Gardens of Heligan many time before and I never thought I would get married there one day! After enquiring with many venues, I thought I would reach out with the Lost Gardens of Heligan and see if they could book us in! We were quickly contacted by Louise who would also go on to arrange most of the day! The service provided by Louise and the team was fantastic and they made the day very special for us! Ultimately for wedding venues, this is one of Cornwalls best kept secrets! The venue was fantastic and it’s a great place for the wedding photos! The food was outstanding from the canapés all the way thought to the cake and the cake bites! The staff were very attentive and kindly boxed up all the leftovers for us to take away. The venue was gre

5/5 review

ThomasSeptember 2023

5.0

What an amazing and wonderful wedding location! Totally dreamy and beautiful wedding venue! Everything that you could ask for. I cannot recommend the Lost Gardens of Heligan enough as a wedding venue. It's a place where love blossoms amidst the beauty of nature, creating memories that will last a lifetime. If you dream of a wedding that feels like it's straight out of a fairy tale, Heligan Garden is the perfect backdrop for your special day. Nestled in the heart of Cornwall, England, Heligan Garden offers a breathtaking and enchanting setting for weddings that will leave you and your guests spellbound. Amazing place to shoot wedd

5/5 review

EmmaJanuary 2023

5.0

We were luckily enough to have our wedding reception at The Lost Gardens of Heligan in August 2022. It was absolutely perfect! The team at Heligan were fantastic and we really couldn’t fault a thing.

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