Cotehele National Trust House and Gardens

Traditional Attractions

An atmospheric Tudor house with Medieval roots, a mill on a historic quay, a glorious garden with valley views and an expansive estate.

Opening Times

Monday	10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Tuesday	10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Wednesday	10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Thursday	10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Friday	10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Saturday	10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday	10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Usual Opening Times

Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Please check website for Dailey opening times.

Accessibility

Dog Friendly

Accessible

Accessibility Information

Disabled car park closer to the garden. Two accessible toilets, in farmyard and on quay. Shuttlebus operates between house, quay and mill, please check if operating on day of visit. No Changing Places facilities. Dogs on leads allowed on the estate paths, and on short-leads in some areas of the formal garden. Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas.

Cotehele Access Statement
Accessible route and/or map
Garden partly accessible. Map of accessible route available from visitor reception
Accessible toilet
Adapted toilet located next to the Farm Yard toilets near Visitor Reception. There are no changing place facilities at Cotehele. Nearest facilities are located at Abbey Rise Day Centre, Tavistock, PL19 9AS (open 24 hours, access via Radar key).
Designated parking
Accessible parking spaces available within the farm yard car park
Drop-off point
Drop-off point located by Visitor Reception (for the house and garden) and by the Discovery Centre (for the quay).
Induction loop
Fixed induction loops are available at visitor reception, cafe, The Edgcumbe, shop, gallery and mill
Large print (guide or menu)
Level access to food outlet
Level access to the cafe is available via the rear of the cafe behind Visitor Reception
Level access to shop
Level access to shop is available via the rear of shop behind Visitor Reception
Narrow corridors
Narrow corridors and steep steps within the house. Please leave large backpacks in the lockers within Hall Court (free of charge)
Powered mobility vehicle available
Powered mobility tramper available to hire. Booking essential, call 01579 351346 to book.
Ramped access/slopes
Ramped access available to the shop, gallery and house
Seating available
Steps/uneven terrain
Be careful of uneven cobbles within Retainers' Court whilst visiting the gardens
Wheelchairs available
Two manual wheelchairs available to hire by calling 01579 351346

Cotehele is a National Trust owned Tudor house with an extensive garden, estate, quay and watermill. The rambling granite and slate- stoned home, high above the river Tamar, was built by the Edgecumbes and remained in their family for nearly 600 years. The twelve acre garden features history daffodils, terraces, ponds and orchards with over 125 local apple varieties. The valley Garden with medieval stew pond and dovecote leads to Cotehele Quay

Location

Cotehele National Trust House and Gardens

Address

Saltash PL12 6TA, UK

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01579 351346

www.nationaltrust.org.uk

cotehele@nationaltrust.org.uk

Driving from our parks

Tamar View: 3.1 miles / 11 mins
Notter Bridge: 8.64 miles / 20 mins

Rating

★★★★★4.7

Based on 3,914 reviews

Info correct at time of publish: January 13, 2026. Always check with location before visiting.

Reviews

Kerry Gleave

a week ago

We visit every year at least 3 or 4 times but always around Christmas to see the Garland which is always incredible . It’s become a tradition for us and each year is slightly different but always beautiful. The staff are very knowledgeable and so helpful. Good parking but a little challenging to drive to but worth the effort.

Neil Collis

a week ago

When you enter the estate it becomes apparent that the buildings hold time.
Its history seems to transcend time from the early Norman history through to the Edgecumbes and into the medieval hinterland.
We aim to explore its true history but this time we were here for 'that garland' a truly momentous achievement.
So it was, an achievement worthy of Cotehele and its most famous lady.

Amy Madeley

2 weeks ago

Great cottage on same property to stay in for a weekend away from the rat race. Lovely celebration of Christmas time. Decorations are dried flowers. Amazing

John G

3 weeks ago

We went to see the Christmas garland. Excellent as usual. Amazing amount flowers.
Walked down to the mill and back. Lots to see. Lovely views. We saw five gig-boats racing. The Morris dancers were excellent.

trevor eustace

2 months ago

Beautiful site and very interesting. Kids loved seeing the oldest working clock in the world (in the chapel) and all the historic armour. The Quay down the hill is a lovely place to sit and have a cuppa/coffee next to the water a d then read about the limestone process.
I Would advise to drive down to the Quay as the walk back up is a killer. There is parking down there. Best to become a member as if your planning on visiting more than 2 or 3 sites in a year, it works out way cheaper (and you get free parking in loads of places) ..
As stated, beautiful site and the people there are very helpful, polite and well educated on the site 👌 A+