Eden Project

CORNWALL TOURISM AWARDS 2010 - Large Visitor Attraction of the Year - Gold
SOUTH WEST TOURISM EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2010/2011 - Large Attraction of the Year - Gold
CORNWALL TOURISM AWARDS 2009 - Large Visitor Attraction of the Year - Gold

Dubbed the 'Eighth Wonder of the World' by some, Eden is a dramatic global garden housed in tropical biomes that nestle in a crater the size of 30 football pitches.

With a worldwide reputation Eden barely needs an introduction, but this epic destination definitely deserves a day of your undivided attention. More than just a huge, tropical garden, Eden is a gateway into the relationships between plants and people, and a fascinating insight into the story of mankind's dependence on plant life. Not only a mind-blowing visitor attraction, Eden is also fast-becoming a unique resource for education and knowledge towards a sustainable future.

Experience the sights, smells and scale of the rainforests in the Humid Tropics Biome - the world's largest greenhouse - and discover the tropical plants that are used to produce everyday products. Travel to South Africa and California, as you amble amongst the orange and lemon trees, olive groves and gnarled vines of the Warm Temperate Biome, and in the 30-acre Roofless Biome see hemp, sunflowers and other plants that could change your future, flourishing under the Cornish sun.

A fascinating location, but, more importantly, Eden is a fun and family friendly day out. Curious kids can find out where tea, rubber and sugar come from, and travel the world to the simulated environments of tropical destinations that they dream of traveling to in the future. There are themed events according to the seasons, workshops for adults and children, activity days, music concerts and much more besides. There's no stress about packing up a family survival kit - facilities include on-site restaurants and cafes, gift shops and well equipped child- and baby-friendly toilet facilities. In fact, for a day out you needn't worry about taking much more than yourselves. Eden is also offers easy access to wheelchairs and buggies.

New for 2011!

2011 is our 10th birthday year, and to celebrate we’ve lined up our best-ever programme of events!

Rainforest Time Quest
February 19 – 27
Trek though our rainforest on a journey that will take you back in time. Hear amazing stories of the past from explorers and adventurers you’ll meet along the way, until you reach the age of the dinosaurs and an encounter you’ll never forget!

Shaun the Sheep’s Championsheeps Live!
April 9 – May 2
Everyone’s flocking to sports day in the farmyard. Join Shaun and his friends and take part in a whole range of hilarious activities, including sheep space hopper races, cabbage football and a farm yard assault course!

Freaky Nature with Poo!
May 28 – June 5
Check out our interactive exhibits and discover the ingenious tricks plants have come up with to help them survive. Take a look at the world of poisonous plants, spiky plants, sticky plants, carnivorous plants and even exploding plants!
And that’s not all- we’ll be telling you all there is to know about poo- find out about the magic of manure, the things it’s used for and what it’s made of.

Festival of Play
July 23 – September 4
A summertime celebration of play in the great outdoors. Featuring den building, Summer Splash and circus skills- there’s something for all the family to get involved in come rain or shine!

Labyrinth
The award-winning, critically acclaimed NoFit State Circus have created an exhilarating new show to be performed exclusively at Eden over the summer holidays. Featuring aerial acrobatics, traditional circus skills, live music and dance, each performance promises to be a breathtaking holiday treat to remember for all the family.
This spectacular performance takes place over 21 nights between July 29 and August 29. See edenproject.com for dates, times and ticketing information.

Halloweden
October 22- 30
Our ice rink returns with a spooky feel for half term. Come and take part in some bone-chilling activities or if that’s not scary enough, why not come along to one of our special Halloweden evening events?