South Cliff Gardens

A coastal garden and woodland boasting pleasant walks with plenty of seating and spectacular views, Italian gardens and small pocket parks such as Shuttleworth Garden and Prince of Wales Terrace.

Designed in the early 20th Century, the Italian Gardens were one of the many achievements of Harry W Smith, the noted landscape designer. The sheltered Italian Gardens feature formal planting, seating and a fishpond overseen by the Roman God Mercury, the winged messenger.

The gardens were often featured in the ITV drama series, The Royal.

The South Cliff gardens include: Spa Gardens, Prince of Wales Gardens, the Rose Garden, Holbeck Gardens, Shuttleworth Gardens and the Italian Gardens.

Other features include:

• Cliff lift 
• Coastal wildlife
• Terraced walks 
• Putting green 
• Star Map 
• Beach chalets

Dogs must be on a lead at all times.

Check out the Love Stories Audio Trail throughout the South Cliff Gardens. Real-life love stories connected to the gardens, told by those who experienced them, with orchestral backing and community choir. A romantic promenade of storytelling, music and song.