Business Details
Eco-Friendly Garden Centre in Padstow
Established by a passionate Cornish farmer and an artist, Trevisker Garden Centre has evolved over decades into a unique destination for plant enthusiasts and eco-conscious customers. We specialise in locally grown plants, carefully selected to thrive in Cornish coastal conditions, while championing sustainability through plastic-free, peat-free, and chemical-free practices. Our commitment to environmental stewardship extends to partnerships with organisations like Beach Guardian, where we actively participate in coastal conservation initiatives.The centre also houses a pet store offering ethical products, a seasonal caf serving locally sourced meals, and innovative services like compost refill stations. With a focus on community engagement, we host educational projects such as our rewilding meadow and collaborate with local suppliers to support regional jobs. Our team combines generations of horticultural expertise with a forward-thinking approach to create a welcoming space where customers receive tailored advice and sustainable solutions.
Services
Locally Grown Plants
Eco-Friendly Products
Pet Store
Caf Services
EV Charging
Highlights and features
- We offer Cornish-grown plants specifically adapted to coastal conditions
- Plastic-free operations and pot recycling scheme since 2017
- On-site caf serving locally sourced Cornish produce daily
- Ethical pet store with eco-friendly animal care products
- Pioneering environmental initiatives with Beach Guardian partnership
Services
Locally Grown Plants
We specialise in plants cultivated within Cornwall, ensuring optimal adaptation to coastal conditions. Our selection includes hardy species for wind-exposed gardens and ground cover solutions for challenging stone walls. All plants are sourced from local growers to reduce transportation emissions while supporting regional agriculture and horticultural expertise.
Eco-Friendly Products
Our plastic-free and peat-free product range includes refillable compost and liquid fertilisers. We operate a pot recycling scheme and use compostable packaging made from thistle starch. These initiatives form part of our 2017-started mission to reduce environmental impact while educating customers about sustainable gardening practices through practical demonstrations and product trials.
Pet Store Services
The pet store offers ethical essentials for dogs, cats, and small animals. Our product range includes premium foods, comfortable bedding, and eco-friendly accessories. We partner with Wave Vets to provide on-site veterinary consultations by appointment, combining pet product retail with professional animal healthcare services in our purpose-designed facility.
Caf and Catering
Treviskers Kitchen serves breakfast, lunches, and snacks daily using locally sourced ingredients. Our menu features Cornish clotted cream, freshly caught seafood, and seasonal produce. The caf includes outdoor dining in a landscaped garden and offers special events like Sunday carvery. Chef Henk's culinary expertise combines traditional Cornish fare with international influences in a family-friendly environment.
EV Charging
We provide rapid 60kW electric vehicle charging stations accessible 24/7. The facilities accommodate all current EV models with contactless payment options. Each charge point can add approximately 100 miles of range in 35 minutes, supporting sustainable travel while customers explore our garden centre, caf, or pet store facilities during charging periods.
People
Mark Sandry
Co-Owner
Cornish-born entrepreneur passionate about environmental conservation. Leads sustainability initiatives including plastic-free operations and rewilding projects. Combines farming heritage with innovative eco-practices to create a unique garden centre experience that benefits both customers and the planet.
Sian Sandry
Co-Owner
Creative force behind Trevisker's ethical vision, championing peat-free gardening and community engagement. Oversees educational projects like the Waste Whale installation and school programmes. Drives partnerships with environmental organisations while maintaining the centre's artistic and welcoming atmosphere.
Questions
Are you just a garden centre?
We're much more than that! While our core is a garden centre, we also feature a pet store, café, EV charging points, and environmental initiatives like our rewilding meadow and plastic recycling programmes.
Do you sell non-plastic gardening products?
Yes, we've been plastic-free since 2017. We offer compostable plant pots, refillable compost in recycled bags, and use thistle-starch planting bags at checkout that can be planted directly into the ground.
Can I recycle old plant pots?
Absolutely! We operate a free pot recycling scheme with a dedicated skip on-site, collecting rigid garden plastics for repurposing through our partnership with the Ocean Recovery Project.
What food options are available?
Treviskers Kitchen serves breakfast, lunches, and snacks daily from 9am-5pm. Our menu includes locally sourced seafood, Cornish produce, and special Sunday carvery. Dogs are welcome in our garden dining area.
Do you have electric vehicle charging?
Yes, we have rapid 60kW EV charging points available 24/7. They accept contactless payments and can add approximately 100 miles of range in 35 minutes while you explore our facilities.
How do you support environmental causes?
We're committed to sustainability through plastic-free operations since 2017, peat-free compost since 2018, and chemical-free gardening. We partner with Beach Guardian for coastal conservation and maintain a 5-acre rewilding project with wildflower meadows and bee habitats.
