This includes an extensive loss of trees to some, while others that were more sheltered came through relatively unscathed – despite all suffering some form of damage.
Here is how many of the great gardens of Cornwall have fared.
Hotel Meudon
The much-loved Monterey cypress down at Hotel Meudon (Image: Hotel Meudon)
One of the most affected, in terms of loss of well-known trees, has been the gardens at Hotel Meudon, near Mawnan Smith.
Part of the legacy of the wealthy Fox family in the 1800s – along with Trebah and Glendurgan – Meudon’s gardens are often described as a “subtropical paradise with a specific microclimate.”
This climate has allowed plants and trees to reach a mature size not find elsewhere in the country.
As such, it was with great sadness that the hotel shared on Saturday that it had lost its much-loved and “iconic” Monterey cypress on the top terrace, which came down at the root base.
A before and after of the much-loved Monterey cypress now down at Hotel Meudon (Image: Hotel Meudon)
Three mature pine trees near the woodshed also came down, along with another by the Bream Box.
The hotel team said: “These trees have been part of the Meudon landscape for many years, and their loss is deeply felt by all of us.
“Our dedicated gardening team has been working tirelessly on the clear-up, and we’re incredibly grateful for their care and hard work during a difficult few days.”
The fallen Monterey cypress also damaged the terrace at Hotel Meudon (Image: Hotel Meudon)
They went on to add: “Our thoughts are very much with our neighbours in Mawnan Smith who are still without power and water, and with communities across Cornwall dealing with the aftermath of the storm. We’re sending strength and love to everyone affected.”
Trebah Garden
Nearby, Trebah Garden, on the other side of Mawnan Smith, suffered the loss of around 30 trees – although it said that thankfully “the vast majority of the garden has survived.”
Trees down at Trebah (Image: Trebah Garden)
It said the fallen trees were largely from the perimeter of the garden and made up “a tiny fraction of the trees we have in the valley.”
It updated on Sunday: “After the sad loss of a number of trees this week, we’re pleased to say that the vast majority of the garden has survived, part in thanks to us being a sheltered valley.
Damage to the courtyard garden at Trebah (Image: Trebah Garden)
“The garden will remain closed until further notice so that the paths can be cleared, but the Visitor Centre is back open again today as usual.”
Glendurgan Garden
While the National Trust’s Glendurgan Garden next door is closed for the winter, it has posted to warn that several trees have fallen across sections of the coast path and access routes in the North Helford area.
It went on to add: “We’re aware that some people are climbing over fallen trees to reach the beach. These trees may be unstable, and surrounding ground conditions can also be unsafe.
Please take extra care when visiting, avoid affected routes where possible and do not attempt to climb over fallen trees.
“Our teams are assessing the situation. In the meantime, we ask everyone to put safety first and respect temporary hazards while we work to make routes safe again.
“Thank you for your understanding and for helping us care for this special place.”
National Trust Trelissick
The National Trust said the gardens of its Trelissick estate at Feock, between Falmouth and Truro, had suffered “suffered extensive damage”.
As such Trelissick will be closed until further notice, including the café, shop and second-hand bookshop.
People have been asked not to travel there while the ranger and garden teams work to clear the debris and make the estate safe.
It said: “Following extensive damage to the estate and garden caused by Storm Goretti, Trelissick will be closed until further notice.
“Our ranger and garden teams are working incredibly hard to clear debris and make the estate safe and accessible again.
“For everyone’s safety, please avoid travelling to Trelissick while this work is underway.
“Crofters café, the National Trust shop and the second-hand bookshop will also remain closed during this time.
“Please bear with us during this period. We will share updates on our social media channels and the Trelissick website as soon as we know a date for when we are able to safely reopen.”
National Trust Godolphin
Fellow National Trust estate Godolphin, between Helston and Hayle, is also closed for the time being after a “devastating” loss of trees.
A large tree down on the Godolphin estate (Image: National Trust)
It said: “Following damage from Storm Goretti, Godolphin house, garden, outbuildings and tea-room will remain closed until tree work has been completed to fallen trees and access to Godolphin made safe.
“We will share updates here and on the website once we have a date for reopening. Thanks for your understanding.”
National Trust West Cornwall explained more, saying: “Unfortunately, post storm checks have revealed extensive damage across Godolphin and in the woods.
“We’ve lost an awful lot of trees, it’s quite devastating.
“We’ve closed all access routes into the woods for visitor safety so please avoid the area for the time being.”
The Lost Gardens of Heligan
The team said: “Storm Goretti brought strong winds to The Lost Gardens of Heligan, causing significant damage across the site.
“Our team has worked tirelessly to clear the gardens and will continue with tidying and repairs over the coming weeks.”
While back open on Sunday, the gardens and estate closed at 2pm to continue the clear up.
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