Things to do around Falmouth

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...

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...

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...

Maenporth Beach – Cornwall

Maenporth is another lovely beach near Falmouth to explore and picnic on. Stunning views and sandy shores make this a perfect beach for everyone. There are rockpool’s to explore and rock faces to traverse and when the tide is low...

Swanpool Beach – Falmouth Cornwall

What Swanpool beach lacks in size it more than makes up for with shelter, view and entertainment. A mix of sand and shingle with plenty of low and high rocks for kids big and small to practise their rock...

Falmouth Beaches – Gyllyngvase Beach

Gyllyngvase, ‘Gylly’, Beach – An Gilan Vas – The Shallow Inlet Very popular among visitors to Falmouth this award winning beach is crescent shaped and always sandy. Situated close to the road and adjacent to a large car-park this...

Falmouth Beaches – Castle Beach

Falmouth is surrounded by refreshing open spaces perfect for picnicking, playing and exploring. Plus, you never know, there is always the possibility of catching a glimpse of our most recent Cornish monster, ‘Morgawr’. There are four main beaches in...