Port Eliot Gardens, located in St Germans, Saltash PL12 5ND, offers a unique and historic setting for meetings, conferences, and events. The estate features 100 acres of Repton landscaped gardens, including a vast rhododendron garden, maze, bowling green, orangery, and arboretum. The gardens also offer a magnificent view of the estuary and the majestic St Germans viaduct.
Meeting and Event Facilities
Function Rooms:
- The State Rooms include the Round Room, Saloon, and Drawing Room, which are adorned with artworks by Sir Joshua Reynolds and Robert Lenkiewicz. These rooms are ideal for smaller gatherings and offer a sophisticated atmosphere.
- Capacity: Adults (10), Youth (8)
- Services: Guided tours, refreshments available
- The Historical Basement Tour provides an insight into the working life of the house through the ages. This area includes various service rooms that give a glimpse into the past.
- Capacity: Adults (10), Youth (8)
- Services: Guided tours, refreshments available
- The gardens and parkland offer numerous picturesque spots for picnics or special events. The Estate Office and Stable Cafe provide additional facilities for ticket sales and refreshments.
- Capacity: Varies depending on the event setup
- Services: Picnic areas, ticket sales, refreshments available
Services and Amenities
- Accessibility: The estate has uneven surfaces, and visitors are advised to wear appropriate footwear. The house tour requires the use of stairways and varied surfaces, making it less suitable for young children.
- Ticketing: Tickets can be purchased on-site at The Stables Cafe or Estate Office, or in advance online, by email, or phone.
- Events: Port Eliot hosts various events throughout the year, including guided tours, family-hosted tours, and private or ticketed events. Larger groups and families can request their own afternoon tour.
- Refreshments: Refreshments are available during guided tours, including hot, cold, soft, or hard drinks with sweet and savory lite bites.
Port Eliot Gardens provides a tranquil and historically rich environment for meetings, conferences, and events, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a unique and elegant setting.