Tehidy

Tehidy is a locality and historic estate in west Cornwall, England. It lies inland from the towns of Camborne and Redruth, near Illogan. The area is best known for Tehidy Woods, a large woodland landscape that formed part of the historic Tehidy Estate. The estate was developed around Tehidy House and played a significant role in the area’s social and economic history, with the woods providing timber and landscape for the family estate.

In the mid-20th century, the estate was acquired for public use, and Tehidy Woods became Tehidy Country Park. The park is managed by Cornwall Council and is a popular destination for local residents and visitors seeking outdoor recreation. Visitors can follow marked walking and cycling trails, enjoy views across woodland and water features, and observe wildlife in their natural habitat. The site also contains features associated with its past as a private estate, including remnants of older garden layouts and boundaries.

Today Tehidy is part of the rural fabric of Cornwall, representing the transformation of private countryside into accessible public open space. It is valued for its natural beauty, biodiversity, and opportunities for outdoor activity, as well as its place in the broader history of Cornwall’s country estates.