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Falmouth tourist information
Falmouth, a busy port and resort, with a large harbour.
Very busy in 17th and 18th century with mail boats, the mail packet service, and has a famous local paper, the Falmouth Packet, which brought the first news of the Battle of Trafalgar.
There is a local fishing fleet and boat yards, and the large dry dock handles tankers and other vessels.
Shark fishing is popular with day trips for the visitors, and boat trips available up the river.Yachting centre.
Good beaches are to be found under the cliff tops, and the castle tower gives good views.
The whole town was established by the Killigrew family, who were pirates and smugglers.
Falmouth's historic buildings include the castle, customs house and Grove Hill House.
Castles
Pendennis Castle, Falmouth TR11 4LP
Overlooking the harbour, built by Henry VIII, shop etc. Pendennis Castle information
Gardens
Glendurgan Garden Mawnan Smith near, Falmouth TR11 5JZ
Tropical shrubs and water gardens in a valley bought by Alfred Fox in 1820. Village of Durgan nearby, shop car parking, etc. House is not open to the public. Glendurgan Garden information
Penjerrick Budock, Falmouth TR11 5ED
A garden best to visit in the spring. Penjerrick information
Trebah Gardens Mawnan Smith, Falmouth TR11 5JZ
On the Helford River, a steep garden with sub tropical plants and a private beach. Trebah Gardens information
Museums
National Maritime Museum Cornwall Discovery Quay , Falmouth TR11 3QY
Visit this popular museum to learn about boats and ships. National Maritime Museum Cornwall information
Out & About
Walk the Coastal Path, Falmouth
Enjoy the South West Coast path. Walk the Coastal Path information
Hotels
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Helford Passage, Mawnan Smith Falmouth TR11 5LG MAP Private and luxurious, the 4-star Budock Vean offers an indoor pool, 9-hole golf course and spa. It is set in 65 acres of sub-tropical gardens by the Helford River. Cornish seafood specialities are served in its AA Rosette restaurant. Rooms have fresh fl... More Information and Book ... |
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Cliff Road Falmouth TR11 4NX MAP Falmouth's leading 4-star hotel occupies an unrivalled seafront setting, just metres from sandy beaches and the town centre. Terrace Restaurant has magnificent sea views and 2 AA Rosettes for its fine cuisine. The gardens and sun terrace at The Royal Duc... More Information and Book ... |
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Western Terrace Falmouth TR11 4QJ MAP With views across Falmouth Bay, The Green Lawns Hotel features a modern leisure club and an award-winning restaurant. Set in sub-tropical gardens, the spacious rooms have satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. Wrapped in ivy, the impressive period building has tra... More Information and Book ... |
Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfasts, Inns and other Hotels
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12 Pennance Road Falmouth TR11 4EA MAP This welcoming, family-run guest house is a 10-minute stroll from the main town of Falmouth, 5 minutes from Falmouth's beautiful sandy beaches. Once inside Hawthorne Dene, you can experience the elegance, charm and comfort of a bygone era. This beautiful... More Information and Book ... |
Anacapri 4*
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Gyllyngvase Road Falmouth TR11 4DJ MAP With stunning sea views over Falmouth Bay, this AA 4-star bed & breakfast offers en suite rooms, residents' lounge, licensed bar, sun terrace and car park. Anacapri rests in a wonderful location overlooking the Blue Flag sandy beach of Gyllyngvase. Magni... More Information and Book ... |
The Westcott 4*
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Gyllyngvase Hill Falmouth TR11 4DN MAP This friendly, family-run B&B offers good-quality, comfortable accommodation and a great breakfast to start the day. The Westcott is located halfway up Gyllyngvase Hill and about 100 metres from the award-wining Gyllyngvase Beach with its Blue Flag stat... More Information and Book ... |
Holiday Cottages
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Maenporth Estate Maenporth near Falmouth TR11 5HN MAP Commanding stunning views of Falmouth Bay and the sandy beach (pictured) which lies directly below at the end of the drive this very well equipped apartment on the Maenporth Country Estate enjoys shared use of the 29 acres of grounds and superb leisure fa ... Sleeps 4... More Information and Book ... |
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Falmouth MAP In a superb location overlooking Pendennis Marina , this very comfortable cottage is one of a row and offers a rare opportunity to stay within ¼ mile of the centre of Falmouth, Pendennis Castle and one of four local… Sleeps 5 + child + t/cot... More Information and Book ... |
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Constantine near Falmouth MAP This attractively refurbished Victorian terraced cottage nestles in the heart of a Domesday village, close to Helford Passage, within walking distance of the two village pubs, shop/P.O. and butchers. The Helford River with water sports and fishing, and… Sleeps 5 + child + cot... More Information and Book ... |
Explore the Helford River estuary, off the A394, Helston to Falmouth road, and visit Fishermans Creek. You could also try Port Navas, a creek-side hamlet in a quiet part of the river
Towns Near Falmouth To Visit - straight line distance:
Penryn Tourist Information (1.75 miles) St Mawes Tourist Information (2.62 miles) St Keverne Tourist Information (7.07 miles) Truro Tourist Information (7.75 miles)
Where to Stay in Falmouth
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Falmouth Tourist Information Centre
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Fal River Visitor Centre
11 Market Strand
Prince of Wales Pier
Falmouth
TR11 3DF
Tel: 0905 325 4534
Email: vic@falriver.co.uk
Area Telephone Code
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