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Click here to find a five day forecast for Falmouth.
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To help you plan your activities around the sea, click on the link below to check the tide details around Falmouth. |
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 Falmouth sits at the meeting of the Penryn River, the River Fal and the sea. It is an ideal location from which to explore the whole of Cornwall, being located on the south coast, but only 20 miles from the north coast, and roughly halfway down the county.
The town has many varied and interesting shops, an abundance of excellent pubs and restaurants and views that fascinate and inspire.
Falmouth is the third largest natural harbour in the world and is a hive of activity - a veritable sailor’s paradise. You can while away many an hour just watching the boats on the river - anything from a small rowing boat to visiting liners and naval vessels. "The World" - the largest residential liner afloat - was a recent visitor.
Full of history, there is Pendennis Castle, dating back to the time of Henry Vlll (with the smaller St Mawes Castle on the opposite bank of the River Fal). You can swim at the Ships and Castles pool, which offers stunning views of the town and harbour. |
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From the cottage, the nearest beach is at Swanpool, about 3/4 mile away. Maenporth is just over a mile in the opposite direction and is a pleasant and easy walk.
A short walk from Swanpool towards Falmouth, around the cliff path, leads you to Gyllyngvase Beach. From here you can continue walking along the seafront towards the castle, taking in Tunnel and Castle Beaches and admiring the views of Falmouth Bay.
Maenporth is the best local sandy beach - ideal for building sandcastles! Just back from the beach is the Cove restaurant, from where you can marvel at the sea view.
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Also nearby is St Mawes, on the beautiful Roseland Peninsula, which may be reached by car, using the famous King Harry Ferry, or by passenger boat ferry from Falmouth. There are some interesting shops, pubs and restaurants and old streets to explore.
Both St Mawes and Pendennis Castles are complete and maintained in excellent condition by English Heritage. There are many events held throughout the year at both castles, often designed to appeal to adults and children alike. |
The National Maritime Museum is a new focal point in Falmouth. It hosts a permanent display, with special exhibitions at various times throughout the year. Outside, there is direct access to the river and also the new Events Square. It was from here that Ellen McArthur set off on her round the world voyage and returned, in early 2005, with a new record.
Within a short drive are some of Cornwall’s famous attractions, such as the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan. Other, more local, gardens such as Trebah, Glendurgan and Trelissick are well worth a visit at any time of the year - there is always something different to see!
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