Category Archives: Local News
Falmouth Sea Shanty Festival 2013
Got something to complain about at work? Then book an appointment to see the boss, pop it in an email or moan to Human Resources. Back in the days of packet ships, clipper ships, and shrinking crews you quickly compiled … Continue reading
Black Rock Falmouth
St Mawes, the tenth son of an Irish king was going about his business of preaching one day when he was interrupted by the continued barking of a seal. His patience ran dry and so, he hurled a large rock … Continue reading
St Piran’s Day Parade Falmouth 2013
It was only the second time that Falmouth has played host to the St Piran’s Day parade and if today was anything to go by then the parade is set to go from strength to strength. Children from local schools, … Continue reading
Who Was St Piran?
The legend of St Piran stretches far back to the 5th Century. Piran or Peran which is the traditional Cornish pronunciation became a Bishop on his return to Ireland after studying scriptures in Rome. On his return he performed many … Continue reading
Messages in a Bottle Visit Falmouth
Today as we enjoyed walking along the beaches we came across these messages in a bottle. They had been left on the wall at Swanpool Beach. There was no-one around and we waited for a long while to see if anyone … Continue reading
Christmas in Falmouth
More What’s on in Falmouth this Christmas
Christmas Fair & Walking Parade 10am – 6pm 8th – December - Old Brewery Yard, High Street Come along and find some beautiful hand crafted stocking fillers, gifts and decorations. Enjoy the festive season in the warm and welcoming atmosphere … Continue reading
What’s On in and around Falmouth this Christmas
Some intrepid explorers may disagree but for me there is nowhere quite like Falmouth and Cornwall at Christmas. The wonderfully unpredictable nature of the weather means the brisk after dinner walk is full of interest and always the perfect opportunity to … Continue reading
Charles Napier Hemy a busy man with great friends
Charles Napier Hemy settled in Falmouth in 1881 and it’s amazing that he ever had time to paint. His boat, ‘The Vandermeer’, which was kitted out with a studio may have been his great escape. It certainly brought him closer … Continue reading
Melvill Road Falmouth – The history of a name
Many of Falmouth’s guest houses and hotels are situated along Melvill Road. Next time you come to visit or pass along this road take a moment to reflect on the roads name sake. Captain Phillip Melvill(1762 – 1811), served in … Continue reading