Marina Rule, head of visitor experience at the gardens, said: “I’ve worked here for 20 odd years and when I see the damage I still get choked up, these trees are personal to me.
“The storm caused significant damage and the safety of our visitors and team has had to come first, but thanks to a huge collective effort we’re now able to welcome people back to more of the garden.”
Rule said Trengwainton was not alone and “so many people, businesses and communities across Cornwall were affected by Storm Goretti”.
She said: “To see these paths reopening, especially the lower woodland walk that so many people love, feels really special.
“The fact that the vast majority of our plant collection has come through the storm is something we’re incredibly grateful for.
Visitors can enjoy the Jubilee Garden, William Walk and the Lower Tree Fern Glade again now storm damage has been cleared, as well as those already reopened parts of the garden, including the walled gardens, Camellia Walk and orchard.
But work is ongoing so visitors may still notice some restricted areas and occasional closures during high winds, as safety remains a priority for the National Trust team.
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