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Falmouth, Spirit of the Sea

Welcome to Falmouth’s Town Guide. “Falmouth is the jewel Discover what’s on, where to go and what to do in the historic port in Cornwall’s crown.” of Falmouth. We’d like to invite you to enjoy this spectacular area - famed as much for its food and festival scene as for its spellbinding river, breathtaking beaches, cultural centre and maritime heritage. Working together to ensure that both locals and visitors experience the very best on offer, our partnerships and collective approach aim to preserve and develop the unique character of the town. Based around a thriving harbour, Falmouth is busy with all year round activity while also providing an abundance of cafés, restaurants, shops and festivals. With plenty to see and do, you’ll find museums, castles and great walking routes scattered amongst scenic surroundings boasting brilliant beaches and world-class watersports. Falmouth is also gateway to the Fal River - Cornwall’s most popular visitor destination. This beautiful Cornish river runs through an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is surrounded by award winning places to stay, attractions, sub-tropical gardens and great things to see and do. All this is connected by a network of ferries, buses and trains, best enjoyed with the great value Fal Mussel Card, the river’s ‘“HopOn Hop-Off” travel pass. We hope you enjoy your visit. FOO

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04 Visitor Information Centre Visit the Fal River VIC for friendly tips and advice to help you with your visit. 06 All about Falmouth Falmouth, Spirit of the Sea, learn about all that encompasses Falmouth. 14 Things to do Discover all there is to do in Falmouth, from beaches to museums. 28 Shopping Enjoy the wealth of shops in the town from independent traders to galleries. 38 Food & Drink From fine dining establishments to a quick bite, you will be spoilt for choice.

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Disclaimer: The information in this Guide Book is provided on an “AS IS” basis, and all warranties, expressed or implied of any kind, regarding any matter pertaining to any information, advice or replies are disclaimed and excluded. No representations, warranties, or guarantees whatsoever are made as to the accuracy, adequacy, reliability, completeness, suitability, or applicability of the information to a particular situation.

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68 Places to Stay From boutique accommodation to locally run guesthouses, Falmouth has it all. 88 What’s On Festivals, regattas, live music, carnivals, theatre, concerts to name but a few. 94 Maps & Useful Information Town map and useful information to take the stress out of your visit. Your Town Council And your message from the Mayor.

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Spirit of the Sea

Falmouth is bursting with beautiful beaches, top-notch attractions, historical sites and maritime heritage, all framed by stunning natural scenery and shimmering blue sea.

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Home to the world’s third largest natural deep-water harbour, Falmouth’s maritime legacy is core to its working life. With industries such as boatbuilding, fishing, marine engineering, shipping and watersports - its coastal culture is both economically vibrant and charming to visitors.

A host of beaches fringe Falmouth, offering everything from sun-kissed shores to high-octane action. From surfing to sailing and sunbathing to snorkelling, everyone can enjoy the area’s varied oceanside activities.

Legend has it... Not only do the port and docklands help secure Falmouth’s industrial success, they also represent a rich history which saw kings and famous seafarers stamp their mark on the town. From the Royal Mail packet ships to smugglers and pirates, trading and travel have defined Falmouth’s history for hundreds of years and still continue to sculpt its modern day character.

“ Foodies, lovers of the coast and countryside, shopping connoisseurs and art lovers are all spoilt here. In one town, Falmouth has it all and I love it.” Tamsin Loveless Head of Communications, National Maritime Museum Cornwall See page 19

Attractions aplenty There’s a spectacular array of things to see and do in Falmouth. Built by King Henry VIII, Pendennis Castle and St Mawes Castle proudly guard the estuary while the National Maritime Museum Cornwall honours Falmouth’s heritage. Combined with parks and gardens and a wealth of cafés, restaurants and bars not to mention an all-year-round events and festival schedule - Falmouth, quite simply, is the place to visit in Cornwall.

“It’s great to be in Falmouth. Outside Padstow it’s my favourite seaside town in Cornwall.” Rick Stein See page 42

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Partnership Falmouth Key to Falmouth’s growing success is a series of partnerships in place to ensure operations within the town are smoothly run and constantly evolving. All striving and working closely together to make Falmouth a better place for both its residents and visitors, the dynamic partnership scheme comprises a number of networks whose sole aim is to support the local economy, people and culture, helping them to continually flourish. The Falmouth Business Improvement District (BID) is a not-for-profit company responsible for delivering a number of innovative projects that aim to improve the trading environment of Falmouth. It is business-led - with over 400 businesses involved, who constantly deliver initiatives such as destination marketing, new events and festivals, PR campaigns, public realm improvements and business training programmes. Established in 1866, The Port of Falmouth Chamber of Commerce comprises a group of local business people from a range of sectors whose aim is to promote the port and town for the benefit of the members and the wider community. The Falmouth Town Forum is an ideas and consultation group whose purpose is to assist the Town Council and other agencies in developing Falmouth for the benefit of its residents, students and businesses. The apolitical Forum unites representatives of a variety of groups and organisations in the town from the commercial, charitable and statutory sectors. Recent work includes the long-term development of Falmouth, the Falmouth and Penryn Community Plan, greater waterside access, traffic management, tourism development, the Business Improvement District and youth issues. Created to support and inspire Falmouth residents, businesses, visitors, the local authorities and service providers, The Take Pride in Falmouth Committee encourages all to take pride in the town through maximising efforts to maintain an attractive, safe, clean, smart and litter-free town and waterfront through regular and continuous good housekeeping. Seagull-proof bins, regularised rubbish collections, information campaigns, research into the origins and clean-up techniques of water-borne litter, a code of conduct for businesses, a graffiti cleaning machine and working partnerships have all been instrumental to their campaign. Formed in 1974, Falmouth’s Quality Town Council currently comprises sixteen elected Councillors to help undertake a variety of local services from planning and highways to shopmobility, parks and gardens, Community Grant Awards and Christmas lighting. Involved in a mass of projects, their work is an integral part of the core alliance of Falmouth’s partnerships that continue to drive the town forward and afford it a well-esteemed and popular place on the map. Fal River Cornwall is a destination marketing partnership with over 100 members. It promotes the Fal River as Cornwall’s most popular visitor destination with Falmouth and its ferry hub at the heart of the area.

Spirit of the Sea Falmouth is synonymous with the sea. A centre of enterprise and communication, its historical roots are bound to its magnificent harbour and maritime culture. More than a mere fishing port, Falmouth boasts the third largest natural deepwater harbour in the world. It is flanked by Pendennis & St Mawes Castles, King Henry VIII’ s impenetrable forts built to protect the harbour from French and Spanish fleets. With a history of traders from Greece, Rome and Gaul visiting over 2,000 years ago, Falmouth has continued to capitalise on its trading town status throughout every historical age. Charles II’s royal charter in 1661 further opened the waterside gates, while in 1688 - with Sir Water Raleigh’s vision combined with the sponsorship of the Killigrew family - Falmouth’s port was born. It became the Royal Mail’s Packet Station where Custom House Quay dispatched dozens of packet ships, rapidly expanding its destinations to include the West Indies and North and South America

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which, in turn, surpassed London’s shipping activity in tonnage terms. Diversifying its workforce and expertise across all sectors - from boat building to fishing - the inception of the Falmouth Docks and railway rapidly increased the town’s burgeoning prosperity and reputation. With transport came tourism, as visitors began to admire the area’s distinct and diverse offerings and spectacular scenery. Today, modern developments see Falmouth as a university town with a vibrant student population, a commercial port and industrial entity, popular holiday destination and internationally renowned cultural and artistic centre. A place of poise, Falmouth’s relationship with the ocean and its people continues to strike a careful balance between industrial innovation and the surrounding natural environment. With an ever-growing visitor economy resulting in a wealth of attractions, gardens and innovative transport solutions

such as Fal River Links and the Fal Mussel Card, this Cornish harbour town continues to adapt to the needs and challenges of its people, both on a local and global scale, whilst capturing the imagination of everyone who visits.

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World class beaches

Walks

Relax and enjoy Falmouth’s world-class beaches and experience the pull of the ocean. With beachside dining, picnics on the sands, activities on and in the water, Falmouth has it all.

Walking in and around Falmouth allows you to follow some beautiful paths and breathtaking trails as well as unrivalled access to some incredible places.

Gyllyngvase Beach proudly boasts Blue Flag status, which means that clean, lifeguard-patrolled waters can be found alongside an array of facilities such as cafés and toilets, with watersports hire further adding to the allure of Falmouth’s popular main beach. (Map Ref: G10) Castle Beach makes an ideal spot for snorkelling and rock pooling, providing a quiet and sheltered stretch that also features a café. (Map Ref: I9) Tunnel Beach is sheltered by a high sea wall and provides a safe yet rocky stretch of sand that connects to Castle Beach on a low tide. (Map Ref: H9) Swanpool Beach includes a café, crazy golf and children’s play area, watersports centre and kayak hire - ideal for families and those seeking something more energetic. Maenporth Beach is flat and safe, providing seasonal lifeguards and a café. It is also home to award-winning restaurant, The Cove. To discover more of the area’s breathtaking beaches and unspoilt sands, hop on to the St Mawes Ferry over to the Roseland Peninsula and on to St Anthony Head.

If you’re short on time a walk around Pendennis Headland is perfect. The easy route takes in the scenic sights of Falmouth Docks and Pendennis Castle. This 2.5-mile walk starts at Custom House Quay before winding past the docks toward Pendennis Point, with stunning views along the way. Coastal walks are a great way to blow away the cobwebs and take in some refreshing sea air. Take your pick from the local coastal footpaths or for a real treat venture further afield and explore the many miles of river and coastal trails around the Roseland, St Mawes, Trelissick, Helford and Fal River, where you’ll find paths and places to suit every ability. One to try is the world famous South West Coast Path which runs across the entrance to the Fal River and is enjoyed by thousands of walkers every year. The path follows a cliff-top route and enjoys some stunning views of the bay, river and surrounding coastlines. For detailed walks, head to www.falriver.co.uk/walks

grab a copy of the free Fal River Guide Book with detailed walking guides and area map - including information on the Fal River Walking Festival.

“Where else can you pass stunning beaches and a harbour, a natural amphitheatre of beautiful countryside falling into the ocean depths, viewing every floating vessel from boats to surfboards to paddleboards using the conditions of our seas to their very best?” Tamsin Loveless Head of Communications, National Maritime Museum Cornwall

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Parks and Gardens

who donated part of the garden after the Second World War. (Map Ref: F8)

Home to a stunning array of parks and gardens, Falmouth’s prime south coast position perfectly supports a variety of sub-tropical plant species. Warmed by the Gulf Stream and enjoying a mild maritime climate, its award-winning gardens combine artistically landscaped sites with natural open spaces for an inspiring experience.

Trebah is renowned for its colourful display of tropical blooms that spill down towards their private beach on the Helford River: glorious gardens that are a definite must-see. Gyllyngdune Gardens were formerly part of the Gyllyngdune Manor and feature a period Victorian bandstand encircled by hanging baskets, flower towers, beautiful bedding plants and grotto walkway. (Map Ref: G9)

Finalist for the 2013 Britain in Bloom competition, Falmouth continues to impress both visitors and industry professionals alike with its manicured private grounds, pristine public parks and gorgeous gardens. Kimberley Park showcases formal flowerbeds alongside fine ornamental trees, while its tree planting programme encourages local benefactors to donate trees to help protect the town’s horticultural heritage. There’s a new play area in the park for 2013. (Map Ref: D6) Fox Rosehill Gardens is a tranquil site housing a range of species such as banana and bamboo from Australia, South America and New Zealand, which is a stunning legacy from the Fox family

From top to bottom: Glendurgan Garden Kimberley Park Kimberley Park Play Area Bosanneth Guest House garden page 77

Queen Mary Gardens promise vibrant colours, representing a rare and fine example of ornamental gardens that also feature rockeries, herbaceous borders and spectacular summer flowerbeds. (Map Ref: F10) Carwinion Garden is home to the country’s most impressive bamboo collection. Also amongst its 14 acres is an 18th century stone manor house and a tranquil garden; stay the night or linger a while with a traditional cream tea on the terrace.

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Left to rigth: Helston-based Origin Coffee at Gylly Beach Café, page 40 Scallops at Rick Stein’s Seafood bar, page 42 Lemon Cake at Annie’s Kitchen, page 43 Artisan coffee at Espressini, page 48 Miss Peapod’s Kitchen Café, page 48 Café-lounge-bar Fuel. page 40

independent traders. Sourcing the best local ingredients to deliver quality beverages and snacks, whether you settle into the sofa of a seaside coffee shop or opt for a quirky town centre teahouse - you’ll be met with inviting interiors and culinary delights.

Glendurgan Garden spoils visitors with a 176 year-old cherry laurel maze, a junglelike valley and vast selection of incredible plants - from giant rhubarb to huge tulip trees all fringing the beautiful beachside town of Durgan on the Helford River. Get here by bus from Falmouth. See page 61

Trelissick is an enchanting garden with a diverse selection of brilliant blooms and summerhouses, riverside woodland walks and pretty parkland overlooking the River Fal. Get here by ferry on an Enterprise Boat. See page 53

Food and Drink Never short of somewhere to stop off and sample some local food and drink, Falmouth features a massive selection of enticing eateries and food outlets, from harbourside cafés and vintage teashops to fine dining and superb seafood. Enjoy Falmouth’s laid back café culture and join friends for a lively catch up, revel in some much needed escapism or take the entire family for a well deserved treat. The High Street carries a wide collection of coffee houses, especially

“Fuel has a very warm welcome, is very clean, and has a great atmosphere. There are smiley staff who can’t do enough for you.The food is full of flavour and beautifully presented, with great portion sizing and value for money.” TripAdvisor See page 40

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Restaurants exist in abundance in and around the town. Seafood is of course the area’s speciality, and whether you fancy traditional fish and chips or à la carte dining, expect the finest catch fresh from the nearby ocean. Delis are located throughout the area, offering a brilliant selection of premium products. Rest and replenish with home baked snacks, flavoursome lunches or a fresh smoothie, then pick up a selection of delicious treats to take home, from cakes and chocolates to preserves and pastries.

Award-winning fish & chips at Harbour Lights, page 44

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Find yourself lounging on the beach, visiting nearby attractions or exploring the Fal River by ferry. Falmouth offers an enchanting experience as diverse as it is exhilarating.

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Explore the River

Bursting with a huge variety of historic sites and buildings, from the castles at Pendennis and St Mawes to the National Maritime Museum Cornwall - there’s a variety of places to educate and inspire everyone. Falmouth is home to a spellbinding selection of must-see attractions, rich in maritime heritage and with an itinerary of exciting events that reflect the water’s influence and impact.

Enjoy a laid-back lifestyle and relish the area’s esteemed collection of restaurants, bars and beachside cafés. Explore the area on coastal paths and cycle trails or cruise the Fal River by ferry for some spectacular sightseeing. For a great value, hassle-free day out exploring the area grab a Fal Mussel Card Visitor and a Fal River Attraction Pass. With these cards you will have unlimited hop-on hop-off travel on the river and unrestricted attraction and garden entry.

Al fresco activities From open-air festivals to the thrill of the ocean, Falmouth’s celebrated range of outside activities is guaranteed to engage every type of visitor. From boat hire and fishing trips to kayaking and surf lessons, there is a popular array of sports and outdoor pursuits widely available for all.

“My family and I enjoyed a wonderful day out in Falmouth. We used the Fal Mussel Card Visitor to explore the Fal River on board the beautiful ferries with their friendly crew. The kids loved it and we’d definitely recommend it to anyone visiting.” TripAdvisor See page 56

Shop ‘til you drop Falmouth boasts an impressive range of shops, from independent art to big brands. Whether you’re in the market for clothes, food, crafts or furniture, you’ll encounter some quality finds. Renowned for its quirky offerings and bespoke boutiques, the town is awash with captivating choice and is the ideal place to pick up a gift or original piece of artwork to serve as a pleasant reminder of your stay.

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“The Fal River Attraction Pass is amazing value and we were able to visit the best gardens and attractions for a fraction of the usual price.” TripAdvisor See page 62

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Falmouth Aquarium

Explore the wonders of world’s oceans. The Falmouth Aquarium is a unique Cornish charity with local and international links. Rather than focusing on large marine mammals like other aquariums, the Falmouth Aquarium provides a more personal experience with coral reefs, small colourful and rare tropical fish and the chance to see tiny creatures that live under the sea that the public wouldn’t normally be able to observe. We are a unique facility, where we combine aquarium tanks with museum exhibits to enhance the visitors’ learning and experience. As a charity, our mission is to provide marine education and promote awareness about the issues facing our oceans. Our exhibits are aimed at all levels and ages, from 2 years old to 18 and beyond. An exciting all-weather tourist attraction and educational facility, it is a place where the public start to understand and fall in love with the oceans providing the opportunity to watch and learn about sea-life. “Really impressed by Falmouth Aquarium - great fun and educational for all ages and good value for money. Staff are friendly and very knowledgeable and answered all of my little boy’s questions. A welcome addition to Falmouth’s tourist attractions.”

23 Church St, Falmouth TR11 3EG From The Moor, make a right when facing the main Pier. 01326 212 111 www.falmouthaquarium.com /falmouthaquarium @Falaquarium

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Get updates & information Get updates and information on events, daily feeding times, fish fun days and movie nights Find us on Facebook and Twitter.

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Treasure Trails Three great fun ways to explore the Fal River, the trails take from two hours to a full day. Solve the clues, follow the Trail and find the pirate treasure. Don’t forget to grab your treasure after you solve all the clues. Roseland Ranger This is the shortest Trail and is split into two parts; one explores St Mawes and the other St Anthony Head, both on the beautiful Roseland Peninsula. Both parts can be completed individually or together. Catch a ferry to St Mawes to start the Trail from Falmouth, Trelissick or Truro. In St Mawes you can complete part one before taking the Place Ferry to St Anthony Head to complete part two. Both trails involve a walk, 1 mile for part one and 4.5 miles for part two. A great value trail for detectives of all ages. Fal River Challenge This is the big one and takes you all around the river using ferries, buses and trains and makes great use of your Fal Mussel Card. Start from anywhere on the river and then complete the big loop that takes in Falmouth, Trelissick, Truro & St Mawes. Really great fun and a real challenge which takes in the whole river in a day. “A brilliant, inspired way for all the family to enjoy the great outdoors.’’ The Guardian

Prices, miles and time Roseland Ranger £3.50 plus ferry tickets 3.25 miles, 4 to 6 hours Fal River Challenge £6 plus ferry tickets 4 miles, all day More at www.falriver.co.uk/trails

Fal River Visitor Information Centre Prince of Wales Pier, Falmouth, TR11 3DF www.falriver.co.uk /falriver @FalRiver

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Pendennis Castle - English Heritage

Cornwall’s Greatest Fortress For a great day out, whatever the weather, visit Pendennis Castle, one of the finest of the fortresses built by Henry VIII. Enjoy spectacular 360 degree views across Falmouth town, the estuary and across to St Mawes from a truly unique position. In the restored Royal Garrison Artillery Barracks, discover the castle’s fascinating past through the interactive exhibition and see what life as a garrison soldier was like at the turn of the last century. Take a behind the scenes free guided tour to experience a war time raid. See a Tudor gun deck in action in the castle’s keep and experience the sights and sounds of battle. Explore the cells of the World War I guardhouse and encounter the thrill of an enemy alert at the World War II Battery Observation Post. Descend through the castle tunnels to the big guns and magazines at Half Moon Battery. View the impressive collection of wartime cartoons by George Butterworth which appeared daily throughout World War II. The castle offers a full day out, especially if combined with a visit to its sister castle at St Mawes, which is easily reached using the St Mawes Ferry from Falmouth or King Harry Ferry from Feock on the Fal River.

Opening times 29 Mar - 30 Jun 2013: Daily 10am - 5pm 1 Jul - 31 Aug 2013: Daily 10am - 6pm 1 Sep - 3 Nov 2013: Daily 10am - 5pm 4 Nov -16 Feb 2014: Sat & Sun 10am-4pm Please Note: The castle closes at 4pm on Saturdays.

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Season highlights

Fri 29 Mar - Sun 14 Apr 10am - 5pm Easter Family Fun Trail

Wed 29 - Fri 31 May 11am - 5pm Spain Attacks!

Mon 1 - Fri 5 Apr 11am - 5pm Smugglers Training Academy for Kids

Mon 29 - Tue 30 Jul 11am - 5pm Wed 7 - Thu 8 Aug 11am - 5pm Wed 14 - Thu 15 Aug 11am - 5pm Wed 21 - Thu 22 Aug 11am - 5pm Grand Medieval Jousts

Mon 8 - Fri 12 Apr 11am - 5pm WW11 Week for Kids Wed 24 Jul - Sun 1 Sep 10am - 6pm (excluding 1 Sep - 10am - 5pm) Summer Fun Trail Fri 26 Jul 7pm - 10am Family Summer Sleepover

Pendennis Castle, Castle Drive, Falmouth, TR11 4LP For full details of these and our autumn 01326 316594 and winter events, visit our website or pendennis.castle@english-heritage.org.uk www.english-heritage.org.uk/pendennis call 0870 333 1183. /pendenniscastle

Price ranges Apr 2013 to Mar 2014: Normal admission prices, which may vary at events. Please check website. Adult: £6.70 Concession: £6 Child: (5-15) £4 Family (2 adults & up to 3 children): £17.40 U5s: Free

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National Maritime Museum Cornwall Celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2013 the multi-award winning National Maritime Museum Cornwall has 15 galleries, over five floors beautifully illustrating the past, present and future of this island nation. Winner of Large Attraction of the Year at the 2012 Cornwall Tourism Awards, the Museum features a number of stunning exhibitions dedicated to the sea, boats and Cornwall. The blockbuster Search & Rescue exhibition invites you to enter the world of the maritime rescue services where ordinary people lead extraordinary lives, risking their lives to save yours. Experience the drama of a rescue, climb aboard a Sea King helicopter, meet the crews, explore a lifeboat, hit the ‘beach’ on a quad bike, revisit rescues from the past and discover what it takes to bring you home safely when the worst happens at sea and around our coast. More than just a Museum about boats, explore the stories of the people who used these vessels and the adventures they had in them. Ascend the 100ft Look Out tower and see Falmouth’s famous harbour from the skies, then descend into the Tidal Zone to appreciate one of only three natural underwater galleries in the world - and the cormorants, seals, shrimp, bass and mullet swimming by its epic 22ft tall tidal windows. Be spellbound by a sky filled with a flotilla of flying boats and lose yourself in a world of maritime history. With hands-on activities, talks, lectures, workshops, rotating events and exhibitions, there’s so much happening, don’t miss your chance for a visit. The National Maritime Museum Cornwall is the Museum to have fun in whatever the weather!

Prices & opening times

Discovery Quay, Falmouth, TR11 3QY Tel.01326 313388 Fax.01326 317878 enquiries@nmmc.co.uk www.nmmc.co.uk

Pay once and get in FREE for a full 12 months!

Price ranges for 2013: Adults £11, Children (0-5) free, (6-15) £7.60, Senior (60+) £9, Family (2 adults and up to 3 children) £31. Groups receive discount on groups of 10+

Opening times: Open daily 10am-5pm, seven days a week. Closed Christmas Day & Boxing Day.

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Trebah Garden Sub-tropical ravine garden on the Helford River Trebah is a garden of international renown and one of the region’s most highly regarded tourist attractions. It is an inclusive garden genuinely family and dog-friendly with a dramatic coastal setting on the Helford Estuary (one of Cornwall’s Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty). The garden is set in a sheltered valley with intriguing paths, features and planting and is well known for its exotic and sub-tropical plants, palms and tree ferns in abundance. It has children’s trails and dedicated play areas, its own private beach and a visitor centre with the award-winning Planters Café (Licensed), shops and plant sales. In Spring it is a jewel-box of colour. Price ranges: Adult £8.50, Senior £7.50, Child (5-15yrs) £2.50, Under 5 FREE. Opening times: Everyday of the year from 10.00am Mawnan Smith, Nr. Falmouth,TR11 5JZ 01326 252220 www.trebah-garden.co.uk

Gyllyngdune Gardens at the Princess Pavilion Discover the beautiful and newly restored heritage gardens by the sea with lots of features including covered Edwardian veranda & bandstand, natural play area and unique shell grotto. Year-round programme of events for all the family including children’s holiday activities and free summer concerts from the bandstand (Suns & Weds) see programme. Step-free routes to and from seafront. Plant sales. Free visitor parking + bar & bistro daily. Admission to gardens is free. Princess Pavilion, 41 Melvill Rd, TR11 4AR 01326 211222 www.gyllyngdunegardens.co.uk

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Mylor Sailing School

Falmouth Lifeboat Station

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A Dinghy, Yacht Sailing & Powerboating School based in the beautiful Fal Estuary. RYA & non-RYA Practical and Shorebased Courses, children, adults, family sailing, kids fun. Tuition to suit all levels with our large fleet of boats, from ages 6yrs through to 96! Mylor Yacht Harbour, Falmouth, TR11 5UF 01326 377633 / 07971 520257 www.mylorsailingschool.co.uk /Mylor Sailing School

walkitcornwall walkitcornwall provides a unique insight into Cornwall through walking. With guided and self guided holidays or day walks we personalise your stay by providing an understanding of the DNA of Cornwall. There are many layers that create the stories of Cornwall including natural history, culture, industrial and nautical heritage. 0771 408 4644 info@walkitcornwall.co.uk /walkitcornwall @walkitcornwall

Enjoy a free guided tour of the lifeboats & their station.

Founded in 1894 and always a warm welcome to our members and visitors.

Families welcome, Group visits by request.

Stunning sea and coastal views, excellent greens, a well-maintained course.

Easter-May: Mon-Sat 1100-1300. June-October: Mon-Fri 1100-1600 and Sat 1100-1300. RNLI Shop opening hours: Mon-Fri : 1000-1600 Sat: 1000-1300 Tinners Walk, Port Pendennis (nr Docks Entry) 01326 210844 01326 250525(Group Booking) www.rnli.org.uk/falmouth

Hall for Cornwall Hall for Cornwall is the largest performance venue in Cornwall and brings the very best of national, international and local theatre to Cornwall. Located in the heart of Truro, the venue is conveniently located with nearby parking and all of the City’s shops and amenities close by. The theatre offers a packed programme which includes music, drama, dance and fantastic family shows. From top West End productions like Priscilla to 9 to 5; Grandpa in my Pocket to James and The Giant Peach - there’s always something on offer. Signed, Audio Described and Relaxed performances on offer for some performances. Check the website for current programme. Lemon Quay, Truro, TR1 2LL 01872 262466 www.hallforcornwall.co.uk /hallforcornwall @hallforcornwall

“The Drummer by Tim Shaw”

Freshly cooked homemade food and a friendly bar. Special rates available for societies. Corporate membership available. Non-members welcome to restaurant and bar. Swanpool Road, Falmouth, TR115BQ 01326 314296 - office 01326 311262 - golf bookings steve@falmouthgolfclub.com www.falmouthgolfclub.com

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Falmouth Water Taxi

St Mawes Sit-on Kayaks

Whatever your destination or requirements.

and Mini Cruises & Water Taxi

WE DELIVER Designed to serve the communities of Falmouth, the surrounding areas and visiting Mariners. Providing a reliable, efficient & friendly service.

10% off with a Fal Mussel Card

Hire sit-on kayaks and explore the tranquil Percuil River & creeks. Stop off on the beach or at a secluded cove for a picnic, perhaps even paddle to the lighthouse! Come for a blast aboard our 8 passenger RIB (rigid inflatable boat) around the bay, visit a waterside pub or take an evening water taxi trip. Local authority licensed & inspected, fully insured. Opening times: Kayaks: Easter to 31st Oct. Mini Cruises & Water Taxi: Easter - Jan 3rd. The Quay, St Mawes, Truro, Cornwall, TR2 5DG 07971 846786 www.stmaweskayaks.co.uk /stmaweskayaks.co.uk

Falmouth Boat Hire

Opening times: 7 days per week March, April and October: 9am till 6pm May to September: 9am till 10.30pm (Tides & conditions permitting). Check our website for full information on sailing times, prices, destinations & private hire. Why not hail Falmouth Water Taxi today? We are looking forward to seeing you. 07522446659 or VHF CH 12 info@falmouthwatertaxi.co.uk www.falmouthwatertaxi.co.uk /falmouthwatertaxi @fal water taxi

G6 Dydh Tours Dydh Tours offer high quality, guided day tours to the most beautiful locations in Cornwall. Tuesday - Cornish Experience Enjoy a journey along the magical Cornish coast from St Michaels Mount to St Ives.

The highest quality boat hire service in Cornwall. Indulge yourself in a self-driven boat trip on the majestic River Fal visiting the quaint Cornish ports and pubs. We guarantee you will come back relaxed and energised with a sun kissed face. Rent by the hour, full-day or evening. Boats carry six people, no experience necessary, full instruction given, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s safe family fun! Custom House Quay 07951 610247 www.falmouthboathire.co.uk/falguide

Thursday - Lizard Peninsula We visit the contrasting coves and explore the most southerly point in Great Britain. Thursday Evening - Minack Theatre Performance The Minack Theatre is the most famous open air theatre in the country. Join us for an evening performance to remember. Tours run 1st May -27th Sept 2013, collecting from hotels across Falmouth. 07849378830 info@dydhtours.co.uk www.dydhtours.co.uk

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Explore the Fal River from Falmouth Falmouth is the gateway to the Fal River. During the summer regular ferry services depart the Prince of Wales Pier and Custom House Quay at either end of town. These classic wooden vessels sail across and up the river and call at fishing villages, riverside gardens, historic houses and many other places of interest. So ditch the car and explore the river by ferry. The best way to do this is by using the river’s Hop-On Hop-Off Travel Pass, the Fal Mussel Card Visitor. This gives you unlimited travel on all the ferries, buses and trains around the river: great value one day card only £18. Ferries from Prince of Wales Pier and Custom House Quay 01326 741194 www.falriver.co.uk /falriver @falriver

BF Adventure Situated just inland from Falmouth with stunning views over to the Fal estuary and Pendennis Castle our 60 acre site offers an adventure for everyone. Zip, Climb, Canoe, Abseil, Kayak, Archery, Bush craft, Coasteer, Raft Build n Holiday Adventure days (Under 12’s) n Family Adventure days n Birthday parties n Group activities and team building Visit www.bfadventure.org for information and to book (Online booking discount code: FR02) Price ranges: Half days from £20pp, Full days from £30 Opening times: All year, check website for availability or call between 9am and 4pm. Goodygrane Activity Centre, Halvasso, Longdowns, TR10 9BX 01326 340912 www.bfadventure.org /BF-Adventure @BFadventure

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Falmouth Art Gallery

E5 Award-winning Falmouth Art Gallery is one of the leading art galleries in the South West and is family friendly with free admission. It has changing displays of some of the best of British art and a shop with affordable gifts from many of the county’s leading ceramicists, printmakers, jewellers and automata makers. The Art Gallery runs a lively temporary exhibitions programme featuring a wide range of work from hands-on automata to Matisse, as well as changing displays of paintings from its nationally important art collection. Discover masterpieces by Thomas Gainsborough, Laura Knight, Alfred Munnings, John Singer Sargent, Henry Scott Tuke, Charles Napier Hemy and George Frederic Watts alongside pictures by contemporary artists such as Naomi Frears and Trevor Bell. The Art Gallery’s most famous painting is The Lady of Shalott by John William Waterhouse, which is known throughout the world.

It also has an impressive photography collection including work by Lee Miller, Ian Stern and Eve Arnold. It also houses The Surrealists in Cornwall Collection, the Automata Collection, The Children’s Illustration Archive and one of the most important print collections outside of London which includes The Art Fund Hugh Stoneman Archive. Falmouth Art Gallery has gained nationwide recognition for its innovative family and community workshops. We particularly welcome visits from special needs groups. Family Friendly and Free. Open Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm (including Spring and Summer Bank Holidays).

Wheelchair/pushchair: access via Webber Street entrance. Municipal Buildings, The Moor, Falmouth TR11 2RT 01326 313863 www.falmouthartgallery.com

Where guests are treated like royalty • Stay in luxury hotel accommodation with unrivalled sea views • Take advantage of one of our special accomodation packages throughout the year • Enjoy lunch and Cornish cream tea in our Terrace Lounge with panoramic views

Falmouth’s luxury, four-star hotel is within easy reach of Falmouth town and waterside area. With an excellent restaurant and stunning sea views, the Royal Duchy is a perfect place to relax.

The Royal Duchy Hotel, Cliff Road, Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 4NX www.royalduchy.com

• Experience exquisite two AA rosette, award-winning fine dining in The Terrace Restaurant • Indulge in Beauty Treatments & Pamper days in the Spa • Facilities include an indoor heated pool, heated ceramic beds to relax on, sauna, solarium, snooker room and table tennis

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Trelissick - just up the Fal River Find garden inspiration and relaxation with stunning views at Trelissick, just up the Fal River from Falmouth harbour.

£1 off purchases in the shop or café per passenger when arriving by ferry

Classic spring-flowering Cornish plants including mature rhododendrons and magnolias mix with rolling lawns edged with dazzling summer and autumn displays of bright flowers and bold, exotic foliage . For the keen gardener there’s inspiration on what can grow in shade, sun, wind and shelter in this varied garden. Anyone looking for a varied day out can enjoy a delightful trip to Trelissick by ferry: explore the garden, relax in the many summerhouses and then tuck into a Sunday lunch or a simple snack from the café. There’s an art and craft gallery and a second-hand bookshop too, and miles of walks in open parkland and woodland. Look out for special events including outdoor theatre, special dinners and illuminated gardens in the run up to Christmas. ‘We planned to be here a couple of hours, ended up spending all day! Lots of different things to see as well as soaking up those gorgeous views.’ ‘The ferry journey began and ended a magical day out. My daughter and I just relaxed all day having left the car behind.’ Things to do: Admire the beautifully crafted pieces in the gallery. Take a stroll in the park or exercise on the woodland walks. Find inspiration for your own garden from the vibrant mixed borders. Enjoy a picnic with a stunning view to rivers and sea. Don’t forget your binoculars for the ferry trip. Feock, Truro TR3 6QL 01872 862090 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/trelissick /NTTrelissick @NTTrelissick

Prices & opening times Adult £8, Family £20. Parking £4. National Trust members free (including parking) Reduced prices in winter with children going free. We will be open every day apart from Christmas Day and Boxing Day. 10.30am-5.30pm 11am-4pm in winter.

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Falmouth Harbour Commissioners provide a variety of leisure facilities including: VISITORS YACHT HAVEN Offering visitors berthing with fresh water/electricity/WiFi internet access and close proximity to the many shops, restaurants, pubs and attractions of Falmouth town centre. An excellent amenity centre with toilet, shower and laundry facilities is also provided for visitors. MOORINGS In addition to residents moorings, several visitors moorings are available as well as an anchorage area. BOAT PARK & SLIPWAY The Boat Park and slipway at Grove Place offer a launch & recovery facility for boats as well as boat storage. FUEL BARGE Situated on the Yacht Haven pontoons, the Fuel Barge dispenses both petrol and diesel. For further information on any of these facilities please contact: 44 Arwenack Street Falmouth TR11 3JQ Tel 01326 312285 Fax 01326 211352 admin@falmouthport.co.uk www.falmouthport.co.uk

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Ocean Bowl

Ocean Bowl, the county’s largest Tenpin bowling centre, is proving a great hit with people of all ages since we opened in Falmouth in September 2002. Ocean Bowl is open from 11am until 11pm, seven days a week and boasts 12 lanes as well as five pool tables, a large screen showing sports events, a selection of video games, a 50-seater fast food diner, a 100-seater Restaurant, a licensed bar and a large car park. Our restaurant and Diner offers a wide variety of dishes to suit all tastes including the all new World Burger Menu with a large selection of cooked to order specialist burgers from around the world. We have a superb selection of home made dishes which include Lasagne, chili con carne, Chicken Tikka Masala and more. Children’s parties are also catered for with prices starting from £9 per child which includes a 2 course meal, balloons, certificates and bowling for groups of any size. We also have Teenage parties available. We have Meal Deals for individuals or groups of any number... These consist of a selection of dishes and Bowling included.... All from £9.00 per person. If it’s just bowling that interests you, we have rates at different times of the day starting at £3.50 per person for 1 game. We also currently run leagues on 4 nights of the week, from Singles to Trios. Anyone can join!

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Price ranges : Bowling from £3.50 per person

“We drove down from Padstow and it was well worth the journey! Great fun, friendly staff and a good atmosphere. Our kids are 5 and 2 and even on a busy Saturday evening there was enough children’s equipment for them to have a successful and fun bowl. Food was well priced and quickly served. Great family evening out. Thanks.” Google Review Jan 2012

Opening times: 11am - 11pm 7 days of the week Falmouth Docks Station, TR11 4LT 01326 313130 www.oceanbowl.co.uk /oceanbowl @oceanbowl

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Got a Fal Mussel Card? Don’t forget it’s also valid as a Falmouth Shopper Card giving you great savings in the town’s shops.

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Indulge in some first rate retail therapy with Falmouth’s mix of big and small brands, independent traders and hub of artists. The town is crammed full of quirky shops and weekly market stalls, offering amazing quality and value.

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Brilliant boutiques

Boasting one of the highest percentages of independent shops in the country, shopping in Falmouth is something of a prized pastime. From edgy fine art to traditional handmade gifts, the town hosts a pool of talented artists and craft makers. Independent shops offer visitors bespoke products, ensuring the town continues to grow and thrive.

Helping to save the high street and bolster the local economy, Falmouth’s imaginative and diverse scope of boutiques is a dynamic and exclusive addition to the area. With an assortment of fashions, from Bohemian to bridal and sportswear to street - a charismatic collection of beautiful boutiques can be found scattered throughout the town.

hire Monday to Friday from the One Stop Shop,

“We decided to open our shop in Falmouth in 2010 as we love the eccentric, individual style & energy that flows through the town. The Old High Street is particularly bursting with independent shops - full of treasures, trinkets and quirky inspiration. We wouldn’t wish to be anywhere else!”

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Design for life With chain stores and local traders sitting side-by-side, every need is catered for in crowd-pleasing style. Nationally recognised brands ensure familiar convenience and Falmouth is especially noted for its range of unique home stores - from family favourites to the unusual, you’ll find all manner of home wares. From furniture and fabrics to kitchenware and décor, Falmouth’s fantastic home store scene has it all for you to choose from. Falmouth Shop Mobility scooters are available for

Cool and crafty As well as a gorgeous range of galleries, a superb series of craft shops showcase another artistic dimension meaning that, whether buying jewellery or gifts, Falmouth is the perfect place to pick up a present or personal keepsake. From contemporary to mixed media or traditional, Falmouth’s revered arts and crafts scene accommodates every individual taste.

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“Falmouth is a perfect location for the Volcom Falmouth store due to the vibrant mix of locals, students & tourists. The town’s eclectic mix of both branded and independent local businesses was also a big draw.” Francesca Stokes, Volcom Falmouth Store Manager See page 35

SHOPPING GALLERIES Bow Fashion Accessories An exciting new addition to Falmouth town centre. Located opposite Tesco just below The Moor, where you can always expect a warm welcome and very good value for money.

Bow is an independent Fashion Accessories shop stocking one of the largest selections of fashion bags, purses and jewellery in Cornwall. Colourful umbrellas hang from the walls which are ideal for brightening up a rainy day. We also stock a range of beautiful leather handbags and purses and there must be a scarf for every day of the year. Other ranges include evening bags, fascinators, hats and headwear, belts and stylish and colourful walking sticks to mention a few. We also have wallets and a stunning stainless steel jewellery collection for men. The ultimate shop to find a present or gift for someone or to just treat yourself. Opening times: Open seven days a week Monday to Saturday: 9.00am - 6.00pm Sunday: 10.00am - 4.00pm 7a Killigrew Street, Falmouth, TR11 3PG 01326 314300 www.bowfashionaccessories.com /BowFashionAccessories @BowFalmouth

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Falmouth Bookseller & Mabecron Books There is something for every reader at Falmouth Bookseller, with our extensive range of celebrated classics, bestsellers and quirky finds. With recommendations from passionate staff and hand-picked gifts, stationery and bookish ephemera. Explore our bright and welcoming Children’s section, home to ‘The Ferrybirds’, a beautiful picture book that follows a pair of turnstones as they regularly travel on the Falmouth ferry with the human passengers. But where do they go and what are they up to? Illustrator Rebecca Cobb captures Falmouth’s unique landscape in bestselling novelist Helen Dunmore’s touching tale of family ties and connecting with nature. Signed copies available. Mabecron Books Hardback £11.99 Paperback £7.99. Discover Cornwall’s rich storytelling heritage with Eric Quayle’s ‘Cornish Tales’, full of spriggans and elves and witches and magic. Michael Foreman’s illustrations are irresistible in this must-have gift book. Signed copies Mabecron Books £15.99. Drop in for a warm welcome: you might find an author signing books, a storyteller in the corner or a ‘Ferrybird’ ready to take you on an adventure. Opening times: Monday to Saturday: 9am - 5.30pm Sunday: 11am - 4pm . Throughout July and August: We are open until 9pm Monday to Saturday giving you much more time to browse. 21 Church Street, Falmouth, TR11 3EG 01326 312873 falmouthbookseller@mabecronbooks.co.uk www.falmouthbookseller.co.uk /Falmouth Bookseller @falmouthbooks

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Sometimes you have to go a long way to find the best things in life, and here at Sheoak Guitars we’d happily blow our own trumpet if we had one, but stringed instruments are our bag, so we’ll just wallow in our woody aroma and let you discover our real shop, full of acoustic aura and ukulele utopia. Painted Furniture - Mirrors - Chandeliers French Fabrics - Decorative Accessories & Gifts Weekly Upcycle Paint Workshops Opening times: Monday - Saturday: 10am - 5pm

We’ve got lots of strings for all your things; electrics to classicals, banjos to basses, and if you’ve made something out of a shoebox and broom handle, we can probably string that too.

And by appointment

Our friendly welcome will have you strumming in no time. Opening times: Tuesday- Saturday: 10am - 5.00 pm

20 High Street Falmouth TR11 2AB 01326 211 246 www.sweetpeabetty.co.uk /sweetpeabetty @sweetpeabetty

34 High Street, Falmouth, TR11 2AD 01326 312078 www.sheoakguitars.co.uk /Sheoakguitars @Sheoaksteve

The Bottle Bank The Bottle Bank was established in 2008 with one thing in mind: to sell fantastic wines and beers that are carefully selected because they offer something different. We have a huge range of wines from around the world. We’ve got styles to suit every palate and prices to suit every pocket. There’s always someone on hand if you need a little help selecting the right bottle. We also have an ever-changing range of beer; from home-grown Cornish ales by some of the county’s best breweries to Belgian classics to great beers from some of the best craft breweries in the world. 2 Tidemill Hse, Discovery Quay, TR11 3XP 01326 218 319 www.thebottlebank.co.uk /bottlebankwine @TheBottleBank

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The Cornish Store

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Celebrate your love for Cornwall with a visit to the extensive range of gifts youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find at The Cornish Store in Arwenack Street. Quality products some quirky,many exclusive,99% designed or made in Cornwall and the UK. Why not place your order online at www.thecornishstore.com and have your gifts sent to friends and family anywhere in the world. However you want to shop, bring Cornwall home with a gift from The Cornish Store! Opening times: Easter to Christmas: 9.30 -5.30 Monday to Saturday 11.00 - 4.00 Sundays Christmas to Easter: 10.00 -5.00 Monday to Saturday

11 Arwenack Street, Falmouth , TR11 3JA 01326 315514 www.thecornishstore.com /The Cornish Store @thecornishstore

Atlantis Jewels We are an independent jewellers nestled in the heart of Falmouth. We provide a range of jewellery from finest diamonds to Cornish tin. Our choice of wedding rings is now the most exciting ever, with plain & diamond set rings in platinum & palladium as well as gold. We can create shaped bands to enhance the profile of your engagement ring. If you love period jewellery, come and see us. We have a collection of exquisite antique and second-hand items that are moments in history captured in fine jewels & precious metals. With our comprehensive range of contemporary silver jewellery you can find something to suit all budgets with many items from as little as ÂŁ5. Some designs are exclusive to us and are everlasting memories of time spent in Falmouth. 10c Church Street, TR11 3DR 01326 311 663

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We provide a wide range of gold and silver Jewellery from rings to pendants, earrings and watches. We have a good selection of rubies, emeralds, sapphires and of course, quality diamonds. As well as jewellery sales we also provide an in house jewellery repair service and will do our best to repair items within a given time period for visitors to our area. We also make bespoke unique jewellery pieces to order, designing and working with individual customers to produce a treasured piece of jewellery to their specific requirements. Also remodelling older pieces is our speciality, working to produce an individual touch to an existing sentimental piece for a new generation. Our award winning , Hatton Garden trained, jeweller will be happy to discuss your requirements. 27 Church Street, Falmouth, TR11 3EQ 01326 314073 /Willows Jewellery Workshop

The Natural Store Cornwall’s leading healthfood and wholefood store is found in two shops in Falmouth’s old High Street. In the first you will find a comprehensive range of natural foods: organic, often local, fresh fruit and vegetables; dried fruit and nuts etc; gluten, dairy and sugar-free foods; Japanese and Asian foods; frozen organic meat; loose herbs and spices; ecologically-sound cleaning products; local foods of many kinds and an extensive range of ingredients to suit every cook. Next door we offer natural bodycare, food supplements and remedies with professional and friendly advice on health and diet. Don’t miss our fresh and delicious salads and hot organic pasties. Free home deliveries are available. Opening times: Mon - Sat 9.00am - 5.30 pm. Grocery store to 8.00pm every Thursday. 16 & 17 High Street, Falmouth TR11 2AB 01326 311507 www.naturalstorecornwall.co.uk /The-Natural-Store-Falmouth

Because books give our minds an entrance to one hundred new worlds... Bookmark is a beautiful second hand bookshop in Falmouth selling a good stock of books including Maritime, Cornish history, Art, Motoring, Military, Cookery and children’s books plus so much more. We buy collections however large or small and will happily come to your home to view them. 34 Arwenack Street, Falmouth, TR11 3JB 01326 211252 www.bookmark-online.co.uk /BookmarkFalmouth @bookmarkfal

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Freeriders

Freeriders is Falmouth’s surf centre and No.1 surf shop

Freeriders was born from a passion of surf and skate, a youth spent on the beach, dreaming of a life in the water. Fortunately dreams can come true. The result is an independent surf shop located in the heart of Falmouth endeavouring to bring you the most comprehensive range of surfing equipment possible. From novice to pro, Freeriders offers professional and honest advice to ensure you get the most out of your water time.

Bohoz offers shoppers an Aladdin’s cave of sumptuous bohemian delights, from soft furnishings to clothing.

Freeriders now brings its unsurpassed service to the web with the launch of our online shop.

Located on the wonderfully eclectic old High Street in Falmouth. We also have a splendid collection of jewellery including silver, ethnic and steampunk styles. Fairy lights, candles, pouffes... it’s well worth a look!

Kelly Slater 11 times world surfing champion is a fan and friend of Freeriders. Opening times: Mon to Sat: 10am to 6pm Sunday: 10.30am - 4.30pm

22 High Street, Falmouth, TR11 2AB 01326 315649 www.bohoz.co.uk /bohoz22

The Moor, Falmouth, TR11 3PN 01326 313456 www.freeridersonline.co.uk /Freeriders-Surf-Shop

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F6 Volcom Volcom Falmouth offers clothing and accessories for men, women and boys.

Falmouth’s famous Emporium of fine and proper hippy goods. We offer you a super indulgent hit of incense and a kaleidoscope of colour to bombard the senses and catapult you back to the 60s. Plus inside knowledge of Falmouth’s vibrant music scene. Come and find us for all your hippy needs! 17-18 St Georges Arcade, Up the Stairs! St Georges Arcade, Church St, TR11 3DH 01326 313295 www.sheikyerbooty.com /sheikyerbooty

Volcom products incorporate a distinctive mixture of fashion and function combined with quality, comfort and athletic performance. Volcom Falmouth offers streetwear, boardshorts, denim, swimwear, sandals, accessories and outerwear. The store also stocks Nixon watches and Electric Visual eyewear & clothing. For more information about events, offers and products at Volcom Falmouth visit our Facebook & Twitter pages. Mention the Falmouth Guide in store and receive a free Volcom sticker or poster. Opening times: 7 days a week Mon-Sat 10am-5.30pm, Sun 11am-5pm 16 Arwenack St, Falmouth, TR11 3JA 01326 311 790 /volcomfalmouth @VolcomFalmouth

SHOPPING Wearnes Jewellery by design since 1890. The home of CORNISH TIN & GOLDTM Buy a piece of Cornwall with an item of jewellery from the “Cornish Tin & Gold” range. Our unique and exclusive alloys invented by Sarah Corbridge of the Wearnes family, 9ct & 18ct gold and silver containing salvaged shipwrecked Cornish Tin. Wearnes Jewellers is one of Cornwall’s longest established family run businesses. Have your own bespoke diamond jewellery commissions designed at our in house workshop, and see our silversmiths at work. We also showcase designs from many other local silversmiths and artists in the area. Wearnes also recondition and sell Rolex, Omega and most other prestigious watch brands, as well as antique, art deco and pre-owned gold and diamond jewellery. Stockists of: Seiko Watches Troll Beads Royal Brierly Dartington

Reviews “ I ordered a necklace on 31st July for my friend’s birthday, which was on 1st August. Thanks for making an extra effort to post it the same day, so that it arrived on her birthday. That is exceptional customer service and you should be very proud of yourselves for that.” “Just a thank you to the two ladies in the Falmouth branch, they couldn’t do enough for us, very pleased with the Seiko watch, thank-you again for the great service.” 26 Arwenack Street, Falmouth TR11 3JB 01326 317222 15 Meneage Street, Helston TR13 8AA 01326 572154 www.wearnes.co.uk

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Sessions Surf & Skate Shop

Sessions is Falmouth’s Original Independent Surf shop established for over 25 years with many years experience in Surfboards, Bodyboards and Wetsuits. Our friendly and helpful staff are always ready to give good accurate advice whatever your needs. We’ve branched out into Skateboarding in the last couple of years and we now carry a comprehensive range of Skate boards and equipment to suit all ages. The shop has an amazing selection of Surf and Streetwear and a huge range of Footwear from an array of Brands including Hurley, Volcom, King, Rvca, Element, Quiksilver, Billabong, O’Neill Wetsuits, DC, Nike, Vans, Converse, Havaianas and Reef plus many many more. Opening times: Mon - Sat 9am - 5.30 pm. Sunday : 10.30am - 4.30pm 26 Church Street, Falmouth, TR11 3EG 01326211159 info@sessionssurfshop.com /Sessionssurfshop

The Chocolate Box

For the last five years we have offered a true taste of Cornwall with our locally produced range of fudges (from Traditional Clotted Cream to more adventurous Chilli), chocolates, preserves, biscuits, ice cream and Tregothnan tea. In addition to our eclectic range of gifts we can offer something for everyone.

56, Church Street, Falmouth, TR11 3DS 01326 211317 /The Chocolate Box

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Foodie’s Paradise

To-die-for fine dining, the famous Rick Stein takeaway, freshly caught seafood, delicious delis, food festivals, beachside restaurants and homegrown fare - Falmouth is a foodie’s paradise.

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Spilling out onto the stunning sands that surround the town, Falmouth’s host of beachside cafés provide a prime position to soak up the landscape while enjoying some refreshments. From breakfast to mid-morning snacks, traditional cream teas to lunches - what better way to refuel than beside the sea?

From fish and chips on the quay to award winning à la carte waterside dining, Falmouth fuses fresh ingredients with organic and local produce to create mouthwatering menus and distinctive dishes. The town is proud of its food heritage with regular farmers markets and food festivals that showcase the outstanding variety available.

Pub grub A brilliant option - especially for families - the area’s various pubs provide traditional meals alongside contemporary flavours for a budget-friendly treat. With most using seasonal, locally-sourced produce whenever possible, expect wholesome food that caters to all tastes served in friendly, comfy surroundings.

“The selection of places to eat is amazing.”

“Falmouth’s diverse food and drink scene has so much to offer! There is certainly something to tantalise everyone’s tastes...” Rae Pollard, Courtyard Deli See page 47

Divine delis For home cooking or fast food, Falmouth’s delis, artisan bakeries and independent food shops offer an appetising range of products. Whether stopping off for a quick salad, stocking up on fresh bread or grabbing a home baked treat you will find a wide variety of quality local products; it’s no wonder why Falmouth is regarded as a foodie heaven.

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“Feel very blessed to be serving the nation’s favourite food in such an amazing location.” Pete Fraser, Harbour Lights See page 44

FOOD & DRINK Gylly Beach Café

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This family run award winning café is simply striving to serve the best locally sourced food in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Open throughout the year the café is the ideal place to enjoy everything from a relaxing coffee with a home made cake to a tasty lunchtime treat or evening meal using the finest local Cornish ingredients with a culinary twist. Price ranges: £5.25 - £17 for main meals. Opening times : 364 days a year 9am - late

On Gyllyngvase Beach, Cliff Road Falmouth, TR11 4PA 01326 312884 www.gyllybeach.com

Fuel Here at fuel, we’re open from 9am every morning for coffees & amazing breakfasts ( available all day ) & stay open right through the day for fuel Classic lunches, drinks- both hot & cold, evening Tapas selection, carefully selected wines & crafted cocktails. We are a café-loungebar & as such you’ll find a relaxed and informal environment in which you can enjoy your morning, afternoon or evening or possibly even all three! Our service & attention to quality will ensure that your experience will be a memorable one for all the right reasons. So if it’s an escape on your own to read the papers & grab a coffee, a light lunch & a drink with a friend or a family & friends night out with a tipple or two, then pop along to fuel, you’re sure to enjoy! 35-37 Arwenack St, Falmouth TR11 3JG 01326 314499 www.fueleatdrink.co.uk /fueleatdrink @fueleatdrink

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The Boathouse

Sat at the top of the old High street, with sweeping views across to Flushing and Carrick Roads, The Boathouse is the perfect place to drink in the view. Being an independent free house means we are able to stock popular Real Ales as well as treats from local micro breweries such as Rebel and Wooden Hand. We also have a deliciously varied wine list and an excellently stocked back bar to quench your thirst. Cornish produce is some of the best in the country, so we buy from local producers ensuring the freshest and finest food arrives, lovingly prepared on your plate. It is always best to book in advance but our friendly staff will do their best to accommodate anyone who walks through our doors. We have recently finished a beautiful extension to our dining area and our heated outside terraces mean you can enjoy this wonderful location come rain or shine.

Reviews “The Boathouse is my favourite Falmouth pub. It’s got a lovely atmosphere, ideal for a drink or to eat. The roast is top notch! With panoramic views across to Flushing, it’s the type of place you can stay all day, just chilling out. Highly recommended!” TripAdvisor - Wiseoldowlet “Lovely pub just down the road from our holiday apartment. We were greeted very warmly and were very impressed with the daily specials menu. We had a simple, but freshly cooked tasty meal using locally sourced produce.” DebraKD on TripAdvisor Beacon Street, Falmouth, TR11 2AG Tel: 01326 315 425 www.theboathousefalmouth.co.uk /theboathousefalmouth

Prices & opening times Price ranges: Starters from £7, Mains from £10 Opening times: Term Time: Monday - Thursday: 4pm 11.30pm Galley Open 6 - 9pm Friday + Saturday Midday till Midnight Galley Open 12 til 2.30pm and 6pm - 9.30pm Sunday: 12 - 11pm Galley Open: 12 till 8pm School Holidays: Monday + Tuesday 4 - 11.30pm Galley Open: 6pm - 9pm Wednesday - Saturday: Midday - Midnight Galley Open 12 - 9.30pm Sundays: 12 - 11pm Galley Open: 12 - 8pm

FOOD & DRINK Rick Stein’s Fish, Restaurant & Takeaway Restaurant Classic fish and chips are at the heart of the menu using cod, haddock and local fish like hake and lemon sole. Some of Rick’s favourite seafood dishes also feature suchwww.chocolateboxfalmouth. as grilled sea bream fillets, moules marinière, co.uk grilled lobster and more. Takeaway Enjoy our takeaway battered and fried fish and chips whilst overlooking Falmouth harbour. All served with our homemade chips, curry sauce, mushy peas and our mayonnaise-based tartare sauce.

Special offers 2 course set lunch £12.95 3 courses for £19.95 Takeaway family meal deal £19.95 2 fish & chips and 2 cod bites & chips Discovery Quay, Falmouth, TR11 3XA 01841 532700 www.rickstein.com /theseafood @SteinsFalmouth

Hunky Dory As the new owners of Hunkydory we have returned the focus of the restaurant to the sourcing of everything where possible from Cornwall . We support local businesses like Primrose Herd in Redruth for our pork, the quality is amazing. Even the spring water www.chocolateboxfalmouth. is Cornish, co.uk and the ale is brewed in the next town by Rebel Ales. Our Chef takes strong influences from around the world, this gives a really interesting and varied menu. The menu changes seasonally and there are daily specials, so there is always something new to try. Hunkydory is set in a beautiful Grade II listed Georgian building which creates a unique setting and cosy atmosphere. There is a function room on the first floor which has its own private lounge and facilities and can seat up to 20 around one table. 46 Arwenack Street, Falmouth, TR11 3JH 01326 212997 hunkydoryfalmouth@yahoo.co.uk www.hunkydoryfalmouth.co.uk /HunkydoryRestaurant

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G7 Loading E7

Tucked away just off the main street Loading is a café/bar open 7 days a week offering their own blend of coffee, game themed cocktails like the Earthworm Gin, Ben and Jerry’s ice cream milkshakes, internet access on our in house computer as well as consoles to play both classics and the latest games. (WiiU/Xbox360) Perfect for drinking, relaxing and playing. 2 Quay Street, Falmouth, TR11 3HH 01326 218627 www.drinkrelaxplay.co.uk /loadingbar @drinkrelaxplay

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Oggy Oggy shops have a reputation for quality and value with freshly baked traditional, vegetarian and speciality pasties. We also deliver free within a 3 mile radius (minimum order of 12 pasties), and we cater for parties. Pasties by post, just visit our website oggyoggyfalmouth.co.uk We also sell gluten free pasties (steak or cheese). 39 Church Street TR11 3EF and 50 Arwenack Street TR11 3JH 01326 318662 www.oggyoggyfalmouth.co.uk

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Annie’s Kitchen Annie’s Kitchen is well known throughout Falmouth for our delicious range of Homemade Cakes. We bake daily bringing old Classics like Lemon Drizzle Cake, Carrot Cake and Victoria Sponge (made with Homemade Strawberry Jam!!) to new favourites like Chocolate Guinness Cake, Caramel Sponge and Chocolate Marshmallow Cake. Not to mention our fabulous Chocolate Brownies, Rock Cakes and Scones for Cream Teas. We also make a range of Gluten Free Cakes. As well as our Homemade Cakes we offer a fantastic Salad and Sandwich bar, roasting our own meats and making all our own chutneys and dressings. Everything is prepared freshly to order. Take away or eat in and enjoy the view of the Harbour. If you fancy something hot, we have Homemade Hotpots, Soups and Jacket Potatoes etc. Why not pop into one of the oldest buildings in town and enjoy our friendly service. Opening times: We are open 7 days a week throughout the summer. Outside Catering and business lunches also catered for.

Review “... there is a fab cake shop worth a visit, Annie’s Kitchen I think it was called. You can’t miss the massive cakes in the window.” TripAdvisor

Special offers Tea and Cake: £4.75 Homemade Special of the Day: £4.75 served with Jacket Potato or Rice 59 Church Street, TR11 3DS 01326 212202 Annies.kitchen@btinternet.com www.annieskitchencornwall.co.uk

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FOOD & DRINK Harbour Lights Owners Pete & Sue Fraser want all customers of the family run family friendly Harbour Lights to leave with the biggest of smiles on their faces. Their award winning fish and chips use fish from fully sustainable sources and they are currently the only MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) certified restaurant in Cornwall. The restaurant has stunning views of Falmouth Harbour and is accessible to all. Their takeaway provides a quick service. Why not sit down on Custom House Quay and tuck into some extraordinarily tasty fish and chips. The Harbour Lights is home to their famous kids bucket meal. Free bucket and spade with every empty bucket. Warmest of welcomes awaits you.

Reviews “Love this place and will keep returning” wheregoodtoeat.com “Our favourite fish & chips in Falmouth, in a great setting. Have a takeaway and eat them in the Bar on the Front, just below, where Matt wil sell you real Cornish ales at a reasonable price” TripAdvisor

Prices & opening times Price ranges: Takeaway: Meals from £2.50 Restaurant: Meals from £5.50 Opening times: Open 361 days of the year at 11.30 am, closing times vary through year but never before 8pm

Next to Trago’s Arwenack Street, Falmouth, TR11 3LH 01326 316934 www.harbourlights.co.uk /Harbour-Lights

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Picnic Cornwall - Coffee shop and delicatessen

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FOOD & DRINK 5 Degrees West 5 Degrees West is a spacious modern Bar and Restaurant just a minute from the Maritime Museum with beer gardens at the front and rear. We aim to make sure everybody has a great time here, with fantastic home cooked locally sourced food that we serve all day. Our bar serves local real ales, traditional ciders, craft beers and a large selection of wines and spirits. We take bookings and can easily cater for large groups. Every Monday is our Free Quiz night from 9pm. Thursday nights offer live Jazz and Swing, and twice a month we have live bands on Friday nights. We are very dog friendly and always have dog treats and water bowls. We also welcome children, and always have a good selection of board games. We also have two annual Ale and Cider Festivals; a strictly Cornish one in March, and a national one in September, always with a good range of quality beers and ciders, live music and good food. For more information keep an eye out on our website or Facebook page.

Review â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lovely place for just a drink with friends or gorgeous lunch / evening meal. Excellent menus. Specials always a good choice. Lovely views, good seating areas back and front. Squishy sofas in front of a lovely wood burner. Children friendly, good selection of board games. Good live music. Also dog friendly.â&#x20AC;? www.tripadvisor.com

Opening times Sunday to Thursday: 11am - Midnight Friday & Saturday: 11am - 1am 7 Grove Place, Falmouth, TR11 4AU 01326 311288 lindsey@5degreesfalmouth.co.uk www.5degreesfalmouth.co.uk /5degreeswest

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Baker Tom

Baker Tom’s Bread is an artisan bakery in Cornwall, selling a range of speciality breads, tarts, cakes and pastries in Falmouth. The shop is also home to a café with farmhouse tables that offer a retreat from a busy day, serving light lunches including Baker Tom door-stop sandwiches and delicious soups by Soup du Jour. Baker Tom made his name for baking fresh, speciality breads and pastries using traditional baking methods and the finest organic and local ingredients. These methods allow time for the dough to rise and prove naturally delivering wholesome, enjoyable bread, full of flavour, made the way it’s been for centuries. All Baker Tom’s bread is freshly baked at The Bakery in the heart of Cornwall and delivered the same day. 10b Church Street, Falmouth, TR11 3DR 07514003473 www.bakertom.co.uk /Baker Tom’s @BakerTomsBread

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Open daily, this independent restaurant/ café/bar is located in the heart of Falmouth with fantastic views over the Harbour. Whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner or just drinks, you www.chocolateboxfalmouth. will co.uk always find a warm welcome and a relaxed, informal atmosphere. The seasonal menus and daily specials offer the best of local produce with a good Also available selection of fish, meat and vegetarian for private functions dishes. and corporate Family friendly, the Harbour View has seating both inside and out with a spacious deck for alfresco dining. On cooler evenings and chilly days, ask to borrow one of the complementary fleece blankets or choose a table under the giant heated umbrella. 24 Arwenack Street, Falmouth, TR11 3JB 01326 315315 www.harbourdining.com /Harbour View Falmouth

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Hidden away, the Courtyard Deli boasts a whole host of delights to be discovered. Our outdoor Courtyard is the perfect place to enjoy a cream tea and with produce from near & far we have the variety to suit all manner of tastes and dietary requirements.

2 Bells Court, Falmouth, TR11 3AZ 01326 319526 www.courtyarddeli.co.uk /courtyarddeli @courtyard_deli

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Espressini Artisan Coffee / KilliBrew Our challenge has been quite simple really; to boldly go into the coffee unknown, to seek out new blends and single farm coffees from great roasters and farmers from around the world, each of which have a story to tell and a great coffee to bring to us and our customers. Espressini has quickly won the hearts of our fans at our Neighbour-hub espresso bar in Falmouth’s West End. We recently opened ‘KilliBrew’ on the birthday of Espressini in December 2012 next door! At Espressini it is simply all about coffee, but it would be daft to not mention our local clever bakers and deli suppliers who help us create delicious breakfast and light lunches, not to mention the best cakes in town. 39 Killigrew Street, Falmouth TR11 3PW 07580590248 www.espressini.co.uk /espressini @espressini39

Miss Peapod’s Kitchen Café We are a small independent award winning café based at Jubilee Wharf in Penryn. We source from local producers and suppliers and make everything fresh ourselves including lots of cakes. We are family orientated and this means children are welcome any time including the evenings to eat with their families or attend gigs. Out on our decking you can watch the boats go by up the river, whilst enjoying one of our fair trade organic coffees from from local roasters Origin Coffee. Jubilee Wharf, Commercial Road, Penryn, TR10 8FG 01326 374424 www.misspeapod.co.uk /MissPeapods @MissPeapods

Prices & opening times Prices ranges: £4.75- £10 Opening times: 10am-4pm every day Fridays open late for evening food Saturdays: Live music every week open until 12.30am. See website for details. Sundays: Our famous roast every week, booking recommended.

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de Wynns Tea & Coffee House

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de Wynn’s is a Grade II* listed building dating from 1812. Its interiors are furnished and decorated in period style creating a unique ambiance. Freshly roasted coffee is ground to order. We serve breakfasts until 3pm, bake our scones each morning and all cakes & pastries are made on the premises. Try our famous Cornish Cream Teas or legendary Granny Nunn’s Bread Pudding with clotted cream & ice cream. Cornish Crab is one of our specialities, served traditionally as a sandwich or salad. For the more adventurous try it ‘Devilled’ on toast, or dressed with lemon oil, basil & chilli. 55 Church Street, Falmouth, TR11 3DS 01326 319259 infodewynns@yahoo.com /De Wynns @dewynns

Prices & opening times Price ranges: Breakfasts £3.50 - £7.95 Lunches from £5 - £10 Cornish Cream Tea £5.50 Opening times: Mon-Sat: 10 - 5pm Sun: 11 - 4pm (Apr-Oct) We close at 4pm during the week November - March

The Garden Room, Bar & Bistro at the Princess Pavilion Traditional homemade menu with lots of favourites offering lunches, dinner, pre-show meals, Sunday lunch, snacks, cream teas, cakes & refreshments. Everything from a cup of delicious coffee to a 3-course celebration meal. Lovely relaxed atmosphere overlooking beautiful public gardens. Eat in or out. Child friendly. Free parking for customers. Lunch 12-2pm, Dinner 6.30-9pm. Bookings advised at busy times. Price ranges: Starters from £4.50, Mains from £8 Opening times: Open daily, 11am til late. (Non season times may vary.) Princess Pavilion 41 Melvill Rd, TR11 4AR 01326 211222 www.princesspavilion.co.uk

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Explore the Fal River Falmouth is the gateway to the beautiful Fal River, Cornwall’s most popular visitor destination.

Start from Falmouth

We invite you...

Falmouth is the gateway to the Fal River and has regular bus, train and ferry services to all the main destinations around the river. Head to the Fal River Visitor Information Centre on the Prince of Wales Pier (see p4) where you can pick up your free Fal River Guide Book, other maps and guides, your Fal Mussel Card or ferry tickets as well as lots of friendly advice and tips to help you plan your day out on the river.

to leave your car, grab a Fal Mussel Card and enjoy a great day out exploring the river & its attractions by ferry, bus & train.

This beautiful Cornish river... runs south from Truro through an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is surrounded by award winning attractions, beautiful sub-tropical gardens and plenty of fun things to see and do.

At the heart of this area... “We invite you to leave your car, grab a Fal Mussel Card and enjoy a great day out exploring the river and its attractions by ferry, bus and train.”

you will find Fal River Links, an integrated network of ferries, buses and trains that connect the river to its many attractions.

Our visitor travel pass... the Fal Mussel Card Visitor, is a hassle free travel pass for the river that gives you unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off travel on Fal River Links. Not only can the card save you up to £30 a day but it also gives you a discount at most of the river’s attractions, activity providers and gardens as well as selected shops & cafés. We look forward to seeing you soon, The Fal River Partners

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12 reasons to visit the Fal River 1: Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 2: Car free travel around the river on the Fal River Links network 3: Great value hassle free Hop On - Hop Off travel with a Fal Mussel Card Visitor 4: Over 100 miles of riverside and coastal walking paths 5: Scenic off road cycle trails and bike hire 6: Great attractions & sub-tropical gardens 7: The award winning National Maritime Museum Cornwall 8: World renowned watersports 9: Sandy beaches & hidden coves 10: Visit St Mawes, Falmouth, Truro & the Roseland Peninsula 11: Two ancient castles 12: Orca Sea Safaris

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GetTop Around 10 the River things to do around the Fal River Start from Falmouth Start your day out on the Fal River from Falmouth. Falmouth is the gateway to the Fal River with regular ferry departures to all the great places to visit around the river including Flushing, St Mawes, Place, Trelissick, Malpas & Truro. Alternatively regular bus and train services also run from Falmouth to other places of interest. The River’s Visitor Travel Pass gives you unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off travel on all of these services. Buy from the Fal River Visitor Information Centre, Custom House Quay and Falmouth Park & Ride/Float.

Visit St Mawes on the Ferry from Falmouth

(2hrs - a full day, Ad Rtn: £9 Ch: £4.50) Ferries depart hourly, 7 days a week, all year round. Enjoy the scenic 20 min harbour crossing aboard a classic wooden ferry. Passes Falmouth Docks, Pendennis & St Mawes Castles, Black Rock, marine wildlife & St Anthony Lighthouse. In St Mawes there is plenty to see and do with many waterside pubs and cafés, the castle, galleries and gift shops. Lamorran Garden is a must and there is a selection of scenic short walks and some lovely sandy beaches. Fal Mussel Cards are accepted on this service. Departs from Falmouth Prince of Wales Pier, closest long stay park, the Quarry TR11 2BP

The Two Castles

(2hrs - a full day, use a Fal River Attraction Pass, see p.4) Both Pendennis & St Mawes Castles overlook the entrance to Falmouth Harbour and are well worth a visit. Regular events, great for children and stunning views across the harbour.

Get between the two castles using the St Mawes Ferry to cross the harbour.

3 Treasure Trails Visit Trelissick Garden

(2hrs - a full day, ferry from Falmouth, Ad Rtn: £10 Ch: £5.50) Trelissick Garden is magical estate near Truro with gardens, walks, café & gallery. Enjoy the beautiful gardens Café, gallery & gift shop. Get here by ferry with Enterprise full of winding paths, Boats from Falmouth. handsome trees and Call 01326 741 194 for info. stunning views. Pop into the Fal River Visitor Information Centre on the Prince of Wales Pier in Falmouth for your tickets and the day’s ferry times.

(2hrs - a full day) A great fun way to explore the river. Follow the Trail, solve the clues & see the sights. Two versions that take from two hours to a full day. Available from the Fal River Visitor Information Centre, see p4. Start from £3.50 (plus ferry tickets) and ideal for families, a real adventure searching for treasure.

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RIVER TRIPS FROM FALMOUTH ENTERPRISE

Departing Falmouth Prince of Wales Pier Up to 6 Sailings a day - Easter to October Tickets available from Fal River Visitor Information Centre on Prince of Wales Pier. See page 4 for more information.

Book online at www.falriver.co.uk or call 01326 741 194

Save 27 miles on a round trip Every 20 mins, 7 days a week, 364 days a year DEPARTS (Every 20 minutes)

From the Truro (Feock) side: On the hour, twenty-past and twenty-to From the St Mawes (Philleigh) side: Ten-past, half-past and ten-to TIMETABLES Winter (October 1st - March 31st) :Mon - Sat: 0720 to 1930 - Sun & Bank Hols: 0900 - 1930 Summer (April 1st to Sept 30th): Mon - Sat: 0720 to 2130 - Sun & Bank Hols: 0900 - 2130

TRAVEL FOR UP TO HALF PRICE with a Fal Mussel Card Local

TRAVELLING MORE THAN 3 TIMES A YEAR ON THE FERRY? If you travel on the ferry more than three times a year make sure you buy a FAL MUSSEL CARD LOCAL which allows you to travel for up to HALF PRICE. For more info, times and prices see: www.falriver.co.uk/khf

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Explore the Roseland Peninsula (Roseland Ramble Ticket, includes return ferry from Falmouth to St Mawes and on to Place Creek, Ad: £14, Ch: £9, Fam: £38) A stunning peninsula famed for its beauty, walks, beaches & breathtaking scenery. Get here from Falmouth using the St Mawes & Place Ferry.

Your Fal Mussel Card is valid on St Mawes Ferry, Place Ferry and King Harry Ferry see p56 and 57.

Orca Sea Safaris

Maritime Museum

(2 hrs, Ad: £39.50 Ch: £28) Wildlife and fast coastal boat trips aboard Seaquest II. Our trips aim to introduce you to the outstanding beauty of the coastline around the Fal River and bay whilst looking for wildlife that may be in the area. This could include dolphins, basking sharks & seals. Departs daily from Falmouth.

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For more information about the National Maritime Museum Cornwall, see page 19

Book online at: www.falriver.co.uk/orca or call: 01326 214 928 Show your Fal Mussel Card for a 5% discount

Make the most of your visit and see if there are any events happening around the river. Scan this QR code to see events happening today!

(Ad: £11, Ch: £7.60, Fam: £31 or use a Fal River Attraction Pass) While in town don’t miss the children’s activities. Maritime Museum. Arrive in style aboard a This award winning attraction classic wooden ferry using celebrates the sea and has Falmouth Park & Float, TR10 regular exhibitions, a café 8AD and show your ticket for overlooking the harbour and discounted entry. (June-Sept)

Grab Your Boots

A wide variety of guided and self-guided walks around the Fal River. Best explored with a Fal Mussel Card or contact Paul at walkitcornwall who runs walking holidays and guided walks around the river. 0771408 4644 www.walkitcornwall.co.uk

Visit Truro with Enterprise Boats (1 Day Fal Mussel Card ONLY £18) Enjoy a scenic cruise with Enterprise Boats up the Fal River to the heart of Truro. Enterprise Boats depart from Falmouth Prince of Wales Pier six times a day. The boats sail through deep-sided wooded valleys taking you through an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. You will pass riverside gardens, historic houses and ocean-going ships laid up at anchor.

The boats call in at Trelissick Garden and Malpas before taking you to Truro with its cathedral, high street shops and cafe culture. Buy your tickets online at www.falriver. co.uk/buy-tickets for a 5% discount. Enterprise Boats 01326 741 194 Some services are affected by the tides. Please call first. www.falriver.co.uk/enterprise

Why not buy a Fal Mussel Card to get to Truro? Then after your visit you can use it to explore the rest of the river...

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The Fal Mussel Card Visitor Hop On Hop Off Travel Pass Great value One day card Only £18 YOUR FAL MUSSEL CARD VISITOR n Unlimited HopOn Hop-Off travel on ferries, buses & trains n Hassle free and easy to use, just get your card scanned when you board. No need to book n Great value for money n Gives discounts at many attractions, castles, shops, cafés & gardens n Green, sustainable & a car free day out n Buy online for a 5% DISCOUNT n Fun for all the family

“Your ticket to a great day out on the river” The Fal Mussel Card Visitor gives you UNLIMITED ‘HOP-ON HOP-OFF’ TRAVEL on Fal River Links, an award winning network of classic ferries, rural bus services and scenic trains that connect the many places to visit around the river. The Fal Mussel Card Visitor The Fal Mussel Card Visitor gives you UNLIMITED ‘HOP-ON HOP-OFF’ TRAVEL on Fal River Links, an award winning network of classic ferries, rural bus services and scenic trains that connect the many places to visit around the river. Leave your car and enjoy a great day out on the river with a Mussel Card. This easy to use travel pass is the best way to explore Cornwall’s most popular visitor destination with its many attractions, gardens, castles and harbours.

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The Fal Mussel Card Visitor Fal Mussel Card Visitor Prices ADULTS 1 Day £18

2 Days £23

3 Days £27

6 Days £42

CHILD (4-16) 1 Day 2 Days £13 £17

3 Days £19

6 Days £29

FAMILY (2 Adults + 3 Children) 1 Day 2 Days 3 Days £45 £62 £71

6 Days £115

Eco friendly great value and fun Where to buy a Fal Mussel Card Visitor Online Save 5%

Includes Hop-On Hop-Off travel on all the transport services shown on the list below as well as the Fal River Links map on the next page.

www.falriver.co.uk/mussel At your accommodation If they are a FMC Agent At a ticket office Available Easter - October Truro Tourist Info Centre Boscawen Street, TR1 2NE Enterprise Ticket Office

Discounts All Fal Mussel Cards give you great discounts in Falmouth, Truro & St Mawes. The card also gives discounts with a wide range of local activity providers and attractions around the river. See website for details.

Buy a one day Fal Mussel Card at the Falmouth Park & Ride/ Float to get FREE all day parking

Town Quay, Truro, TR1 2HJ St Mawes Ticket Hut

Ferries: St Mawes Ferry Place Ferry Enterprise Boats Helford Ferry Falmouth Water Taxi King Harry Ferry Falmouth Park & Float / Ride Flushing Ferry

On the quay, St Mawes, TR2 5AG; Custom House Quay, Falmouth, TR11 3JT Fal River VIC Prince of Wales Pier, TR11 3DF

Buses: 400, 550/551, 88, 35, 83/84, Falmouth Town Shuttle, Corlink (Carnon Vale and Helford Manaccan).

Falmouth Park & Ride /Float TR10 8AD (1 day card ONLY) June - Sept only

Trains: Maritime Branch Line (Truro - Falmouth)

Buy a 1 day Fal Mussel Card Visitor here and get:

Correct at time of print, subject to change, check website

FREE ALL DAY PARKING

for updates and details, www.falriver.co.uk/mussel

Buy online and save an extra 5%! Save time and hassle by buying your Fal Mussel Card Visitor online before you arrive at the river... www.falriver.co.uk/ mussel All you need to bring is a print out of your booking; alternatively if you use a mobile device just bring your booking reference code which we email you after buying.

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Devoran Cycle Hire

Devoran

Coast to Coast

Fal River Ride

Loe Beach

Feock

Four Turnings

493

Restronguet Point

Carnon Downs

Kea School

493

Calenick

Truro

Playing Place

400

Truro MC

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Trelissick Trail

King Harry Floating Bridge

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St Austell, Par (Newquay) Liskeard (Looe) Plymouth, Exeter Taunton, Southampton, Bristol, Bath Swindon, Westbury & London

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Perranwell

7 Days a week

Bissoe Bike Hire

Coast to Coast Trail To: Portreath 11 Miles National Cycle Route 3 To: Carharrack & Gwenapp Pit Redruth, Hayle & Lands End

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Redruth, Pool, Camborne Hayle (St Ives) & Penzance

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400

Park Ride

Lamanva

Penmere

Lizard

Bosahan

Helford Short Walks

Gillan Creek

SW Coast Path To: Coverack & Lizard

Gillan

Gyllyngvase Swanpool

Maenporth

400

Mawnan Smith

Pendra Loweth Pennance Mill

Pendennis Castle

SW Coast Path

Falmouth Town

Falmouth Docks

Maritime Museum

Falmouth

Manaccan

Helford Village

CH Quay

Woodlane

Helford

Helford Passage

Port Navas

Frenchmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Creek

Constantine

The Moor

PW Pier

Mylor Yacht Harbour

Flushing

Flushing Ferry

Budock Water

Park & Float

Helford

Bissom

Seal Sanctuary

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Falmouth University

Mylor Bridge

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400

Glendurgan

Pandora

Pendennis Loop

Trefusis Point

Enterprise Boats

Oyster Way

Fal Mussel Card Sales Point

Visitor Information Centre

Steep Incline

Graded Track Quiet Lane Main Road

National Cycle Route 3

Bike Route in Guide Book

St Anthony

Porthbeor

Bohortha

Maritime Branch Line

Train Stop

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(Service 493 operates from Lemon Quay, Truro)

Bus Stop Western Greyhound First Bus Travel Cornwall

SW Coast Path

English Heritage Castle

Picnic Spot

Garden

National Trust

Toilets

Church

Viewing Point

Misc

Portscatho for Lunch

Portscatho

Gerrans

To: Nare Head & Portloe

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Trewithian

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Note: St Mawes Water Taxi does not accept the Fal Mussel Card Visitor but offers a discount to card holders.

FERRY ROUTES Ferry & Water Taxi Landing St Mawes Ferry (All Year) Falmouth Park & Float (Jun-Sept) Helford Ferry (Easter-Oct) Enterprise Boats(Easter-Oct) Place Ferry (Easter-Oct) King Harry Ferry (All Year) Flushing Ferry (All year) WATER TAXI LANDING For Falmouth and St Mawes Water Taxis

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Creeks & Cliffs

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Land Links

Porth Farm

Porth Creek

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Barton Farm

Place Ferry

St Mawes

North Hill Point

St Mawes Loop

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St Just

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Bike

St Mawes Ferry

Lamorran

St Mawes Loop

St Mawes Castle

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Get around the River Get Around Leave your car and let travel become a treat as you explore the river’s attractions by ferry, bus the Fal River

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and train. Fal River Links operate regular services between all the great places to visit, things to do and attractions around the river. Most of these services accept the Fal Mussel Card.

Ditch your car Leave your car & explore the river by ferry, bus and train. Not only is this great fun but it’s also sustainable, good for the environment and reduces your visitor carbon footprint to almost nothing. Moving the average visitor around the river by ferry will use a fraction of the fuel it would take to move the same passenger in a car! Our classic wooden ferries with their low emission engines offer a great way to explore the river without impacting on its delicate natural environment.

King Harry Ferry

‘‘Voted one of the Top 10 ferry crossings in the world’’ Chain ferry across the Fal River carries cars and foot passengers between Truro & Feock and St Mawes & The Roseland Peninsula, saving 26 miles on a round journey. 7 days a week, all year. 01872 862 312

St Mawes Ferry Route: Falmouth - St Mawes (2.6 miles)

Sailing Time: 20 mins or stay aboard for an hour’s round cruise.

www.falriver.co.uk/khf To Redruth and Penzance

Go by ferry and reduce your visitor carbon footprint from around 25 kilos to less than 1! We are passionate about the river and its natural beauty. We love where we live and want to keep it this way for our children and their children in years to come.

Key Passing: Falmouth Docks, Black Rock (often with seals on it), St Mawes & Pendennis Castles & St Anthony Lighthouse.

Truro

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Enterprise Boats St Mawes Ferry Place Ferry Flushing Ferry King Harry Ferry Mylor Shuttle Helford Ferry Park & Float Orca Sea Safaris Newmans Cruises

Malpas Malpas

Smuglers’ Cottage

Trelissick

Timetable: All Year Round Departs Falmouth Prince of Wales Pier at 1/4 past the hour and St Mawes at 1/4 to the hour. 7 days a week, all year round. Two extra services during the summer months.

To St Austell and Plymouth

Devoran

Philleigh

Falmouth Park and Float / Ride

Philleigh

Feock

500 space car park with regular bus & boat services into town (very little long stay parking in town).

Falmouth PWP Falmouth CHQ

Info :01326 741 194 www.falriver.co.uk/smf

St Mawes Place

FREE Parking when you buy a Fal Mussel Card Visitor. Park & Ride: 7 Days Park & Float: Mon - Fri June - Sept 01326 741 194 www.falriver.co.uk/float

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Flushing Ferry

Falmouth PWP - Flushing 7 days a week. All year 07974 799773

Enterprise Boats

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‘‘One of the best days out in Cornwall’’ Route: Falmouth & St Mawes Trelissick & Truro (8 miles) Sailing Time: 30 mins - 1 hour Passing: Falmouth Docks, St Just, TrelissickKey Garden, King Harry Ferry, Malpas & laid up shipping. Timetable: Departs Falmouth Prince of Wales Pier up to 6 times a day from Easter - Oct

Flexible bus service in Carnon Vale Mon - Fri, 9.30-14.30 all year round 01326 259 794 www.otsfalmouth.co.uk

Travel Cornwall

493, Truro - Feock - Trelissick Mon - Sat, all year round 01726 861 108 www.travelcornwall.uk.com

St Mawes Water Taxi Truro

Enterprise Boats St Mawes Ferry Place Ferry Flushing Ferry King Harry Ferry Mylor Shuttle Helford Ferry Park & Float Orca Sea Safaris Newmans Cruises

Malpas

On-demand service 7 days a week, April - Jan 07971 846 786 www.stmaweskayaks.co.uk

Trelissick

Tolverne

First Bus

Around the river All year round 0845 602 0156 www.firstgroup.com

Western Greyhound

550 /551 Around the river All year round 01637 871 871

(reduced service on Sundays)

Info: 01326 741 194 Cost Rtn/Sng: Adult: £14/£8.50 Child: £7/£5.50

Bus Corlink Services

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St Mawes

Place

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Helford Ferry

Helford Passage - Village 7 days a week, April - Oct 01326 250 770 www.helford-river-boats.co.uk

Falmouth Town Centre Shuttle

Mon - Sat, all year round 01326 378 100 www.otsfalmouth.co.uk

Park for Truro Park and Ride service Mon - Sat, All year round 0300 1234 222 www.parkfortruro.org.uk www.falriver.co.uk

Place Ferry

St Mawes - Place Part of the South West Coast Path. From Place enjoy a selection of short walks around the headland with stunning scenery. 7 days a week Easter - Oct 01326 741 194

Falmouth Water Taxi On-demand service Reliable, efficient and friendly service for the River Fal surrounding areas and visiting mariners. 7 days a week, March - October 07522 446 659 www.falmouthwatertaxi.co.uk

Train First Great Western Truro - Falmouth 7 Days a week, all year 08457 000125 www.firstgreatwestern.co.uk

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Things to do around the River GetThings Around The river offers plenty to see and do and is surrounded by award winning attractions, historic castles and riverside the River to do gardens. For a great day out buy a Fal Mussel Card Visitor; around this gives you travel between all these great fun things the River to do for just £18. Looking for inspiration? Try one of our Fal River ‘Treasure Trails’. Follow the trail, solve the clues & see the sights.

Fal River Attraction Pass ADULTS 1 Day £10

2 Days £13

3 Days £15

6 Days £30

CHILD 1 Day £7

2 Days £9

3 Days £11

6 Days £17

FAMILY 1 Day £28

2 Days £34

3 Days £38

6 Days £70

St Mawes & Pendennis Castles

Save even more with our 6 day pass!

Our Attraction Pass Just ask to upgrade when you buy your Fal Mussel Card Visitor to our Attraction Pass, it GIVES YOU UNLIMITED ENTRY to all the gardens, castles and attractions around the Fal River. Fal River Attraction Pass ONLY £10! n The Maritime Museum n Pendennis Castle n St Mawes Castle n Glendurgan Gardens n Trelissick Garden n Lamorran Garden n Carwinion Gardens

Celebrating the sea and Cornwall with 15 galleries, waterfront café, tidal zone, children’s activities, events and regular exhibitions.

Pendennis and its sister castle, St Mawes, were built between 1540 & 1545 by Henry VIII to counter the threat from France & Spain.

‘‘... Brilliant! Best value for money of the whole holiday’’ Creighton Family

Both offer spectacular views of the Fal Estuary and bring history to life making your visit a full day out, whatever the weather.

All year round 10-5, 7 days a week. Closed Christmas & Boxing Day 01326 313 388

At St Mawes Castle, enjoy an audio tour which tells of the history of life as a soldier. At Pendennis Castle you can discover over 450 years of history and take a free guided tour of the Half Moon Battery. Pendennis Castle 29 March - 3 Nov: 7 Days 4 Nov -31 March: W.E. ONLY (Feb half term open daily) 01326 316 594

Maritime Museum

St Mawes Castle: 29 May - 3 November: Sunday-Friday (Not Sat) 4 Nov -31 March: W.E. ONLY 01326 270 526

www.english-heritage.org/stmawes OR /pendennis

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Things to do around the River

Truro Cathedral River Gardens Trelissick Garden

Magical estate overlooking the Fal River. Enjoy the beautiful gardens full of winding paths, handsome trees and stunning views. Café & gift shop. Get here by ferry from Truro, St Mawes or Falmouth. 10.30-5.30, 7 days, all year round. 01872 862 090 www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Lamorran Garden

Overlooking St Mawes, highly recommended. Fri & Wed, Apr-Sep, 10-5. 01326 270 800 www.lamorrangarden.co.uk

Magnificent cathedral at the head of the Fal River. Open 7 days a week all year round. 01872 276 782 www.trurocathedral.org.uk

Glendurgan

Super sub-tropical garden above the Helford River. Tue-Sat, 1030-530, Year round - 01326 252 020 www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Falmouth Gardens Various gardens around town, free and glorious. Opening times vary, www.falriver.co.uk

Over 100 miles of easy to follow cycle and walking trails around the river. Grab a copy of our free area guide book and £3 map from the Fal River VIC. The guide book has a selection of the best walks with easy to follow directions and is well complemented by the detailed map.

Beaches From secret sandy coves to Gyllyngvase beach in Falmouth with its lifeguards, café and watersports.Find them all on our website below...

Devoran Creek Cycle Hire All year round. Ideal for Bissoe Trail. 01872 863 142

Carwinion Garden

14 acre garden overlooking Helford River. Cream Teas. All year round 01326 250 258 www.carwinion.com

Ride & Walk

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The Roseland Peninsula Beautiful quiet beaches framed by the rugged beauty of the Roseland.

Bissoe Bike Hire St Mawes Beach Easy to get to by ferry, ideal for kids, great rock pooling and swimming.

All year round. Ideal for Bissoe Trail. 01872 870 341 www.cornwallcyclehire.com

Tregothnan Estate

Experience one of the UK’s finest botanical gardens. Book your private tour of the garden before visiting. 01872 520 000 www.tregothnan.co.uk www.falriver.co.uk/gardens

Gyllyngvase Beach Lifeguarded beach in Falmouth, café, shop, toilets, & watersports hire. www.falriver.co.uk/beaches

Walkitcornwall

Guided and self-guided walking holidays in Cornwall 07714 084 644 www.walkitcornwall.co.uk www.falriver.co.uk/walks

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Villages

Visit

The river is surrounded by many picturesque villages that are well worth a visit. Most can be accessed by ferry and a short walk.

Falmouth, St Mawes and Truro mark the three corners of the river and all are worth a visit, each with something special to offer a visitor. Falmouth Harbour Falmouth is the gateway to the Fal River and has regular departures on ferries, buses and trains to other parts of the river. The town is full of great shops, cafés and galleries and is buzzing with activity all year round

St Just in Roseland Home to St Just church on the shores of the river, described by Sir John Betjeman as having ‘the most beautiful church yard on earth’ . Portscatho & Gerrans Neighbouring villages overlooking the bay, well worth a visit. Galleries, pubs, shops and café. Veryan in Roseland Famous for its round houses. There is a church, pub & village shop. Place Church & St Anthony Beautiful church and magnificent headland with stunning views. Great walking. Get here on the Place Ferry. Flushing & Mylor Two lovely villages both with shops, pubs and some scenic walks. Devoran Lovely creekside village. Pub and cycle hire. Loe Beach Watersports Centre, boat hire and beach café. Helford Village & Passage Beautiful river with many walks, pubs, shops and a gallery. Ferry across the river.

Boat Trips

Truro Cornwall’s capital, this grand cathedral city sits at the head of the river and is definitely worth visiting. Get here by ferry from Falmouth or St Mawes. Fal Mussel Cards available from the TIC. St Mawes Old world fishing harbour on the Roseland. Popular all year round with great beaches and harbour side cafés and bars. Get here by ferry from Falmouth, 7 days a week.

Orca Sea Safaris Coastal & Wildlife Trips All year from Falmouth 01326 214 928 www.falriver.co.uk/orca

Enterprise Boats

Beautiful cruise along the Fal River.

01326 741 194

www.falriver.co.uk/enterprise

Fal River Cruises Explore the Roseland This beautiful peninsula sits between the calm river on one side and the open sea on the other. Really does have the kind of scenery that will take your breath away. Great for walking and lots of sandy beaches. Get here by ferry from Falmouth or use the King Harry Ferry. Explore using the 550 bus.

Tailor-made and packaged cruises around the Fal.

01326 741 194

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St Mawes Ferry Enjoy a trip across Falmouth’s spectacular harbour. 01326 741 194

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Things to do around the River Glamping site also available

King Harry Cottages Prices from ÂŁ395 per week Stay in a beautiful cottage overlooking the Fal River and the historic King Harry Ferry. Traditional cottages with stunning views offering home from home comfort. Open all year including short breaks. Guests have use of boat and kayaks. Dogs welcome. 01872 861917 - www.falriver.co.uk/king-harry-cottages

Boat Hire, Sailing & Watersports

Cornish Cruising Yacht Charter and RYA School. 01326 211 800

Fal River Cruises Private boat hire for your special occasion or event. 01326 741 194

www.cornishcruising.com

www.falriver.co.uk/charter

St Mawes Mini Cruises & Water Taxi (Easter - Jan) Fast boat trips and water taxi service 07971 846786

Loe Beach Watersports & Boat Hire

Wando Lady Beautiful motor yacht available for charter. 07836 788004

Falmouth Surf School

Mylor Boat Hire Great range of traditional sailing boats for hire. 01326 377 745

St Mawes Kayaks

Smugglers Cottage At the time of going to print it was unlikely Smugglers Cottage would be open in 2013. See website for updates. Call 01326 741 194 or www.falriver.co.uk/smugglers

www.wandolady.com

Treasure Trails Fal River Treasure Trails Solve the clues, follow the Trail and explore the river. Great fun for couples, groups or the family. Ideal for those looking for inspiration and ideas....

www.stmaweskayaks.co.uk

Two Trails available ... From 2 hours to a full day, we have a Trail to suit everyone. Trails can be purchased with ferry tickets or Fal Mussel Cards and maps.

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www.mylorboathire.co.uk

Watersports training and boat hire set in a stunning location on the river. 01872 864 295 www.loebeach.co.uk

Surfing lessons on Cornwallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beautiful coastline. 01326 212144 www.falmouthsurfschool.co.uk

(Easter - Oct) Sit on kayak hire 07971 846786

www.stmaweskayaks.co.uk

FAL RIVER

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Fal River Cruises

Have you thought about hiring a boat for your next event or special occasion? We have a wide range of boats available for private hire and charter on the Fal River. Once on-board one of our classic ferries we promise you and your guests will enjoy a beautiful private cruise along Cornwall’s most stunning stretch of water. Fal River Cruises Perfect for...

As well as bespoke cruises we have three turn-key packages to choose from: The Pasty & Pint Cruise This two-hour cruise is one of the most popular ways to enjoy the Fal River. You can choose where you would like your cruise to begin and we’ll make sure the boat is stocked with ale from Skinner’s Brewery and hot local pasties.

n Weddings n Birthdays n Engagement

parties n Ash scattering n Christenings n Corporate

The Champagne Package

events

Stunning scenery, a beautiful boat and a glass of champagne... What better way to celebrate a special occasion in Cornwall than a champagne cruise along the river?

n Anniversaries n Retirement

A fleet of twelve classic vessels to choose from... Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, organising an event or simply want an amazing day out, there’s a trip to suit you. Knowledgeable staff, friendly crew and pristine boats can help make your special occasion even more spectacular. Cruises can be tailored to suit your needs.

parties n Charity

fundraisers n Private cruise

The Jazz Cruise

packages...

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Packages from £15 per person

Add some culture to your special occasion with a Jazz Cruise. The two hour jazz cruise features live entertainment performed by a jazz band, who will cover well-known songs and easy listening jazz classics whilst you enjoy the wonderful scenery of the Fal River.

FAL RIVER

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Fal River Cruises Our boats...

Seasonal Cruises

A series of seasonal cruises showing off the very best of the Fal River. Delve into history, heritage, folklore and more on-board these classic boats. Enterprise 1

May Queen

100 Passengers Toilet, bar, PA, top deck & undercover area for 60 people.

100 Passengers Open deck, PA & sheltered area for 30 people

100 Passengers Toilets, bar, PA, flat screen TV, top deck & inside heated area for 70 people.

May - Oct. £12.50 (includes pasty) Regular trips leaving from Falmouth between May and October. See parts of the Fal Estuary other trips don’t reach. 01326 316716 or www.falriver.co.uk/cruises.

Mission to Seafarers

Charter Flag Ship

Enterprise 2

Up The Creek History Trips

Queen of Falmouth 100 Passengers PA, top deck & inside area for 50 people.

May 8, 3.30pm A cruise up the Fal River raising money for the Mission to Seafarers where Falmouth’s longest serving Harbour Pilot will talk about the 150 year history of Falmouth’s famous docks.

Artists on the Fal May 28 and August 6, 3.30pm Discover why the likes of Turner, Tuke, Hemy, Ben Nicholson and the Surrealists, found the Fal so fascinating with Louise Connell, Falmouth Art Gallery Director.

Fortress Falmouth

Enterprise 3

Kingsley 2 &

100 Passengers Black Swan Toilet, PA, top deck 72 Passengers & undercover area Two open boats for 70 people. with sheltered area for 35 people.

August 7 and September 28, 3.30pm From Henry VIII to World War II, the Fal River has been a bulwark of national defence. Find out more with archaeologist Nicholas Johnson.

Folklore on the Fal October 25, 10.30am Was the Fal River home to Camelot and the setting for the romance between Tristan & Isolde? Find out on this fascinating tour.

Special Heritage Cruises

Duchess of Cornwall 100 Passengers Toilet, bar, PA, top deck & undercover area for 50 people.

Small Boats Various 12 seaters available. Ideal for beach landings and small parties.

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July 26, August 24, September 21 Small passenger boats used to be a vital mode of transport for people and goods around the river. These special cruises will land at old quays (Devoran, Ruan Lanihorne, Mylor Bridge) used in the 18th century. Includes commentary, entertainment and refreshments at a riverside pub or café. MOST

All the following cruises can be booked at www.falriver.co.uk/cruises or at the Fal River Visitor Information Centre on the Prince of Wales Pier. Call 01326 741194 or www.falriver.co.uk/cruises

CRUISES £15 PER PERSON

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Hotels

The Greenbank Hotel, p73

Bed & Breakfasts

Self Catering

Camping

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PLACES TO STAY

Guest Houses Campus

Stay a while ... From seafront hotels and fine dining to rural dog friendly self-catering, a wide range of top-notch accommodation welcomes all visitors to Falmouth for a delightfully distinctive stay... Take your pick

Ocean dreaming

Whatever the agenda during your visit, there’s an impressive selection of quality accommodation to suit. Hosting an array of hotels, from four star and fabulous to brilliantly budget-friendly, Falmouth will be sure to provide the perfect place to rest your head.

Check into a heavenly harbourside hotel or even a riverside retreat hidden along the Fal. Whether you fancy reading a good book on the beach or adrenaline-fuelled water sports and beachside activity the area’s vast catalogue of waterside accommodation appeals to every occasion.

Chill out The ideal location to indulge in a little downtime, Falmouth invites visitors to check in and chill out. Select a spa hotel for some dreamy ‘you’ time and enjoy a signature treatment or steam room and sauna session - just the ticket to help you unwind. Similarly, the area is awash with beautiful countryside surroundings and a rural retreat provides a glorious escape from the hubbub of modern life.

Camelot, p74

“Falmouth is a special place to stay and we are proud to be part of the rich maritime heritage of this amazing town.” Paul Goodwin Hotel Manager The Greenbank Hotel See page 73

Festive feel With all-year-round events and a constant schedule of live music, festivals and entertainment, experience the buzz of Falmouth’s vibrant town during your stay. A wealth of B&Bs and guesthouses make an ideal base for exploration and evenings out.

Family fun If you’re looking for a family break, Falmouth is a sure fire box ticker. You’ll find a great selection of hotels, holiday cottages and B&Bs that will welcome all the family...even the dog! There are stacks of activities and amusements for the kids. Whether it’s the Maritime Museum or a Treasure Trail on the Fal River, there’s an abundance of choice available.

Booking service Dolvean, p75

Tregedna, p87

Fal River Visitor Centre offers an accommodation booking service which can search availability, check prices and book your accommodation, making it hassle free for you. All you need to do is tell us your booking criteria. Call the VIC on the booking hotline 01326 313 394 (booking fees apply).

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Tregenna, p78

“When our returning guests say they feel as if they’ve returned home, we say that’s a bit about you, a bit about us, a bit about Bosanneth, a bit about Cornwall, and a lot about Falmouth.” Clive & David of Bosanneth See page 77

KEY TO PLACES TO STAY

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Symbols for Hotels, Guest Houses, Self Catering Accommodation, Bed & Breakfasts... Central heating

Radio in bedroom

Children welcome

Refrigerator

Conference facilities

Residential lounge

Cooking by electricity

Riding/trekking facilities or nearby

Cots provided

Shaver point

Credit cards accepted

Shower

Disabled friendly

Special diets

Dishwasher

Swimming pool

Dogs (by arrangement)

Tea/Coffee making in rooms

Drying facilities

T.V. in rooms

Four poster beds

Tennis courts

Fuel charged by coin meter

Washing machine

Full English breakfast

Wireless Internet access

Garden Golf arrangements Ground floor bedrooms available Hairdryers Heating by gas/electric fires

Additional symbols for Camping, Caravan & Chalet Parks

Highchair provided

CafĂŠ/Restaurant on site

Historic building

Chemical toilet disposal facilities

Ironing facilities

Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s playground

Licensed

Electric hook-ups to touring pitches

Linen provided - free of charge

Foodshop on site

Linen available for hire

Games room on site

Lounge with TV

Gas cylinders for exchange or refill

Microwave

Hot and cold all washbasins

No smoking

Lighting in toilet blocks

Packed lunches available

Motor caravans accepted

Parking

Toilets on site

The information detailed in this guide is supplied to Fal River by the proprietors of the establishments listed. Although inspections have been made of the accommodation, Fal River cannot accept any liability for the accuracy of the information which has been supplied. It is naturally hoped that persons using the accommodation and services in this guide will find that it meets their requirements and is of a high standard.

Large hotels have a minimum of 6 bedrooms, but are more likely to have over 20. Small hotels have a maximum of 20 bedrooms and usually personally run. Country house hotels have large grounds and are in rural areas with the emphasis on peace and quiet. Guest Accommodation includes B&Bs, Guest Houses, Farmhouses and Inns. They range from one room B&Bs to larger establishments which may offer dinner and could also be licensed. Guest Accommodation tends to be personally run by the owners. 1 2 3 4 5

Self Catering establishments are assessed using the following criteria. Microwave provided All beds full size Bed linen available Linen & towels provided, access to freezer and washing machine High standards of quality

Holiday, Touring & Camping Parks and Holiday Villages are assessed on the standards they provide to visitors in the following areas: cleanliness, facilities, groundsmanship, pitches, play areas and leisure facilities (where provided). AA star ratings (from 1 to 5) are awarded for the standard of quality for hotels and guest accommodation. In addition to the star rating, the AA gives a merit score as a percentage, which enables the visitor to compare the establishments with the same number of stars. Campsites & Caravan Parks are rated from 1 to 5 Pennants dependent on the range and quality of facilities provided. The AA Pennant rating is only based on the touring pitches and facilities at campsites and caravan parks, and do not cover static caravans or chalets. Gold and Silver awards are given to hotels and guest accommodation that provide exceptional quality in all areas, in particular in service and hospitality. Quality in Falmouth Recognised inspection scheme from Falmouth & District Hotels Assoc to ensure tourism accommodation providers meet minimum standards to make premises legal, safe, clean and green.

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Hotel Tresanton Originally created in the 1940s as a yachtsmen’s club, Tresanton is a cluster of houses, all with great sea views. In 1997 Olga Polizzi bought Tresanton and spent two years completely redesigning and restoring it. It has a casual and elegant atmosphere very much in keeping with its seaside location. The restaurant, with terraces overlooking the sea, is open for lunch, cream teas and dinner. The hotel is located in one of the most romantic spots in the UK and holds a marriage licence.

Review ‘Still Britain’s sexiest seaside hotel” The Hotel Guru Opening times: Everyday Price ranges: £190-£500 St Mawes, Cornwall TR2 5DR 01326 270 055 www.tresanton.com @hoteltresanton

Budock Vean The Budock Vean Hotel is an awardwinning, four star, country house hotel nestled in 65 acres of organically managed sub-tropical gardens and parkland on the banks of the tranquil Helford River. Outstanding leisure facilities include a spectacular indoor swimming pool, sauna, outdoor hot tub, Natural Health Spa, James Braid designed 9-hole golf course, tennis courts, private foreshore and an AA rosette award winning restaurant with Cornish seafood specialities. Price ranges: From £86 per person per night, dinner, bed and breakfast. Helford Passage, Mawnan Smith, TR11 5LG 01326 250 288 www.budockvean.co.uk

PLACES TO STAY / HOTELS

PLACES TO STAY / HOTELS Membly Hall Hotel

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The Membly Hall occupies a sea front position affording splendid views of Falmouth Bay and the majestic Cornish coastline. This Family run hotel has 35 bedrooms, many of which have sea views. All bedrooms are en-suite with flat screen TVs, telephone and beverage making facilities. There is a lift to all floors. Wireless broadband is available. In addition to the lounge bar there is a sun lounge where you can enjoy the view of the bay. You can relax in our garden, spa pool or sauna. Our Hotel Restaurant, which overlooks the sea, offers an excellent choice of table dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;hote or a la carte menu. Throughout your stay you will find a relaxing atmosphere and friendly service. Cliff Road, Falmouth, TR11 4NT 01326 312 869 memblyhallhotel@tiscali.co.uk www.memblyhallhotel.co.uk

The Falmouth Hotel The Falmouth Hotel, built in 1865, is a charming Victorian hotel set in 5 acres of landscaped gardens. It enjoys a prime sea front location with stunning views across the bay. www.chocolateboxfalmouth. co.uk From the hotel, it is an easy stroll into the town centre and the maritime area, making it amongst the most popular places to stay in Falmouth. At the Falmouth Hotel we offer 71 bedrooms, with a further 20 selfcatering cottages and apartments in the grounds. Our premier hotel rooms are large with amazing sea views and can easily accommodate families.

Castle Beach, Falmouth, TR11 4NZ reservations@falmouthhotel.com 0800 005 2244 www.falmouthhotel.com

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The Greenbank Hotel From stunning vistas to elegant dining, centuries of tradition to contemporary style, the Greenbank Hotel has it all. Clinging to the harbourside overlooking Falmouth, our unbeatable setting, inviting rooms and welcoming staff are ready to make your break simply perfect.

PLACES TO STAY / HOTELS

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Special offers and breaks available all year - see www.greenbank-hotel.co.uk for best available rates.

With comfortable beds, stylish interiors and plenty of space, our hotel rooms are the ideal base for your stay in Cornwall. In the AA Rosette Harbourside Restaurant, we devise daily changing menus, focusing on seasonality, sustainability and local produce. Price ranges: From: £50.75 pppn B&B Opening times: All year round Harbourside, Falmouth TR11 2SR 01326 312 440 www.greenbank-hotel.co.uk /greenbankhotel @greenbankhotel

St Michael’s Hotel & Spa Located adjacent to the sandy Gyllyngvase Beach in Falmouth, with stunning sea views across subtropical gardens. This award winning hotel is a contemporary oasis in which to relax, unwind and indulge. St Michael’s Spa offers a tranquil setting with luxury treatments and facilities including an indoor pool, fitness suite, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi. The Flying Fish Restaurant welcomes non-residents and offers fresh, locally sourced ingredients with views overlooking the bay. Price ranges: From £59 - £159 per person B&B Opening times: Year round Gyllyngvase Beach, Falmouth, TR11 4NB 01326 312 707 www.stmichaelshotel.co.uk /stmichaelshotel @stmichaelshotel

PLACES TO STAY / HOTELS / GUEST HOUSES / B&Bs

G9 The Beach House

Trelawne Hotel

Anacapri

A unique quality country hotel, set in an unrivalled position with panoramic views of Falmouth Bay over to Rosemullion Headland, a walker’s paradise.

Anacapri is a 4 star guest house with licensed bar, one of Falmouth’s best.

Offering rooms with fabulous sea views, a friendly and informal atmosphere in which to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of this unspoilt part of Cornwall. Fresh, seasonal, locally sourced produce is served in our restaurant, which has breath-taking panoramic views. 01326 250 226 info@trelawnehotel.co.uk www.trelawnehotel.co.uk

Camelot & Trevaylor Camelot is a comfortable, homely guest house situated within easy walking distance of all local amenities, ie - Gyllyngvase beach, the Princess Pavilion, Maritime Museum and Pendennis Castle. All bedrooms have their own en-suite shower/W.C facilities and full English/ Continental breakfast may be taken. We are fortunate to have a sister establishment, Trevaylor, of the same standard, and offering a purpose built, easy access ground floor room for people with mobility problems. Price ranges: Start at £25.00 pppn Opening times: All year round 5 Avenue Road, Falmouth, TR11 4AZ 01326 312 480 www.camelot-guest-house.co.uk

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All 16 bedrooms are ensuite and most have sea views over Falmouth Bay and beach. Relax on our sun terrace overlooking the bay & surrounding coastal scenery. Free wifi, private parking. Children over 10 years please. Gyllyngvase Road, Falmouth, TR11 4DJ 01326 311 454 anacapri@btconnect.com www.hotelanacapri.co.uk

Stunning sea views, gorgeous sub-tropical gardens and total relaxation... The Beach House offers stylish contemporary Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a unique setting overlooking Falmouth Bay. A stone’s throw from the famous Gyllyngvase Beach and a couple of minutes walk to several restaurants. A perfect location for a Bed & Breakfast holiday at any time of year. Price ranges: £40 -£45 per night per person for Bed & Breakfast. 1 Boscawen Road, Falmouth, TR11 4EL 01326 210 407 beachhousefalmouth@hotmail.com

PLACES TO STAY /GUEST HOUSES / B&Bs

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Dolvean House

75 G8 E7

A traditional Victorian Town House offering 5 star B&B, just a 10 minute walk to the town centre and 3 minutes to the beach. All rooms have ensuite facilities and most have views across the harbour www.chocolateboxfalmouth. down towards the sea. Our rooms are co.uk appointed with mostly delightfully pocket sprung mattresses. Start the day with our quintessentially Cornish breakfast, enhanced with a small German touch. Delicious and nutritious. All dishes are freshly cooked to order with finest Cornish produce wherever available. Complementary tea on arrival in a comfortable guest’s lounge and licensed bar all add to a welcoming atmosphere for you to enjoy. Price ranges: From £41to £50 pppn 50 Melvill Road, Falmouth, TR11 4DQ 01326 313 658 reservations@dolvean.co.uk www.dolvean.co.uk /dolveanguesthouse

Heritage House

D6 Chellowdene Chellowdene is a lovely, spacious old house in a superb location which has been extensively and tastefully refurbished throughout. There are sea views from most rooms and two rooms have private balconies. The home cooked food is superb.

A tastefully recently refurbished, Victorian house combining contemporary with tradition. Warm, friendly welcome, a lovely B&B in an ideal location, close to station, town centre, places to eat, harbour and ferries. Comfortable room, immaculately clean throughout. TripAdvisor Price ranges: B&B from £32 pppn Opening times: All year except Christmas 1 Clifton Terrace, Falmouth, TR11 3QG 01326 317 834 / 07592824427 www.heritagehousefalmouth.co.uk

We have a Cornwall Healthier Eating and Food Safety Award at Gold level and a Four Star Enjoy England Silver Award. We are located within 50 yards of Gyllyngvase Beach. Falmouth town centre is only a 10 minute walk away. Opening times: All year round Gyllyngvase Hill, Falmouth - TR11 4DN 01326 314 950 info@chellowdene.co.uk www.chellowdene.co.uk

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PLACES TO STAY / GUEST HOUSES / B&Bs Melvill House

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F8 E7 Lyonesse

Melvill House is an elegant family run Victorian guest house. Situated 200 yards from a beautiful sandy beach and a short walk to the town centre and harbour area. We offer comfortable en-suite double, twin and triple rooms some with sea views all with freeview tv and tea and coffee facilities. There is free wi-fi throughout the house and a spacious private car park. Price ranges: Room prices: per room per night from £40 (single occupancy) from £70 for a double room or twin room from £90 for a triple room 52 Melvill Road, Falmouth, TR11 4DQ 01326 316 645 www.melvill-house-falmouth.co.uk /MelvillGuesthouse

San Remo An eight roomed guest house 50 yards from Gyllyngvase Beach and 10 minutes from the town, harbour, castle and Woodlane campus. A range of accommodation, single rooms withwww.chocolateboxfalmouth. no added supplement and two ground floorco.uk rooms, many have beach or sea views and all have en-suite facilities. Better rates available for longer stays. San Remo has both a guest lounge and stunning sun terrace to relax and take in the beach views. Private car park and Wi-Fi is available. Jenny and Steve are able to give advice on local events and attractions as well as other information visitors may need. Visitors will experience a warm and friendly stay at San Remo and many guests come back time after time. Nothing is too much trouble. Price ranges: From £30 to £40 pppn Gyllyngvase Hill, Falmouth, TR11 4DN 01326 312 076 info@sanremofalmouth.co.uk www.sanremofalmouth.co.uk

Conveniently situated close to town and beaches, we offer spacious ensuite rooms, comfortable beds with crisp linen and plump pillows, delicious breakfasts carefully prepared with locally sourced produce and a friendly and flexible service. Price ranges: From £30 pppn Opening times: All year round 17 Western Terrace, Falmouth,TR11 4QN 01326 313 017 or 07888848811 www.lyonessefalmouth.co.uk /lyonesseguesthouse @thelyonesse

F9 E7

PLACES TO STAY / GUEST HOUSES / B&Bs

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Bosanneth Guest House

Set within award-winning gardens, Bosanneth, a beautiful Edwardian house, provides quality accommodation overlooking Gyllyngvase beach and Falmouth Bay. Our 4 Star Highly Commended accommodation is ideally located 10 minutes from town and less than 2 minutes to the beach. Central to Cornwall we have good road and public transport links to major sites and attractions. At Bosanneth we blend modern with the traditional. Our accommodation is current, comfortable with luxurious touches. Our service is traditional and committed. Recognising our hospitality the AA places us within the top 20 of 4000 guesthouses countrywide for outstanding friendliness and service. Our hearty breakfasts provide a fine start to your day and our AA Dinner Award evening meals are home-cooked using fresh, local produce. Our garden is an oasis of calm and colour and most rooms including our lounge and dining room enjoy spectacular sea views.

Prices Bed & Breakfast from just £45 pppn. Evening meals available. Weekly rates from just £425 per person dinner, bed and breakfast. All prices include bed and breakfast accommodation with tasty full Cornish breakfast made from all locally sourced fresh Cornish produce. Home cooked, 4 course evening meals served. Sea and garden views available.

Gyllyngvase Hill, Falmouth, TR11 4DW 01326 314 649 stay@bosanneth.co.uk www.bosanneth.co.uk

Review “David and Clive make this one of the friendliest and most helpful places I have ever stayed, nothing is too much trouble , the rooms are excellent and the breakfasts out of this world , I would recommend this place to anyone, will definitely go back there!” TripAdvisor

PLACES TO STAY / GUEST HOUSES / B&Bs Tregenna

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HHHH Tregenna is a family run Guest House situated in a very central location in Falmouth midway between the town centre and the Blue Flag local beaches and Sea Front. www.chocolateboxfalmouth. co.uk is a lovely old house set in Tregenna an elevated location with spectacular views over Falmouth. Most of our eight comfortable, homely rooms have delightful harbour or sea views. We also have a large and sunny conservatory which is both our breakfast room and sun lounge. Opening times: All year round 28 Melvill Road, Falmouth, TR11 4AR 01326 313 881 info@tregennafalmouth.co.uk www.tregennafalmouth.co.uk /Tregenna-Guest-House-Falmouth-Cornwall

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Poltair

G9 The Westcott Guest House

HHHH

Price ranges: From £30 to £48 pppn Opening times: All year round

The Westcott is a friendly, family run guest house, offering good quality bed and breakfast at affordable prices. An ideally situated b&b, located less than 100m from the award winning Gyllyngvase Beach, yet within a ten minute walk of the town with its abundance of excellent cafés, bars & restaurants. We offer comfortable bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities and many with excellent views down to Gyllyngvase Beach or out into Falmouth Bay. Enjoy a hearty breakfast in our spacious dining room, everything from full English, fruit, yoghurt, croissants, meats & cheeses & home-made muffins. We offer free Wi-Fi throughout the building so whether you are visiting for business or pleasure you can keep in touch with those you need to. We look forward to welcoming you.

4 Emslie Road, Falmouth, TR11 4BG 01326 313 158 www.poltair.co.uk

Gyllyngvase Hill, Falmouth, TR11 4DN 01326 311 309 www.westcottguesthousefalmouth.co.uk

Friendly, family run 11 bedroom guest house. Situated in quiet road but ideally located between the sea front (1 minute walk) & town (10 minute walk). Many rooms enjoy good sea views. All rooms en-suite except single room with private facilities. Better rates for longer stays.

F9 E7

PLACES TO STAY / GUEST HOUSES / B&Bs

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The Oasis Guest House

D6 Falmouth Lodge Backpackers G9 Tudor Court

The Oasis Guest House is well positioned for easy access to the town centre, harbour, beaches and coastal paths, the marina as well as getting in and out of Falmouth itself. An ideal base for a Cornish holiday offering superb quality bed and breakfast service with ground floor and first floor en-suite facilities and our own off road parking. We provide single, double, twin and family rooms. 13 Dracaena Avenue, Falmouth, TR11 2EG 01326 311 457 www.theoasisguesthouse. com /Oasisguesthouse @OasisCornwall

Anchor House B&B HHHstar rated B&B

Falmouth Lodge is a relaxed, friendly, affordable hostel & conveniently located 5mins walk from Marina, Town, Harbour and Station – also only 2mins from the beach and the sights - Maritime Museum, Castle etc. Star rating is not applicable but we do have FDHS Quality in Falmouth Approval . Price ranges: From £19 pppn complimentary breakfast thrown in. Opening times: Open all year round Reception open at 5pm 9 Gyllyngvase Ter, TR11 4DL 01326 319 996 / 07525722808 www.falmouthbackpackers.co.uk

E4 The Lerryn

Rated 5 out of 5 ‘Scores on the Doors’

79 F9

Family run stylish mock Tudor Guest House. Offering 10 en suite bedrooms some with sea views and balcony. Our aim is to provide a welcoming personal service where nothing is too much trouble and we’ll go that “extra mile” to make your stay enjoyable. Within easy walking distance of beaches & town centre. We have ample parking & provide good quality full English Breakfast. Opening times: All year round Price ranges: From £30 pppn 55 Melvill Road, Falmouth, TR11 4DF 01326 312 807 www.tudorcourtguesthouse.co.uk

H9 The Mill

Situated in a Victorian terrace commanding panoramic views of Falmouth harbour, Flushing and the Roseland Peninsula.

Just two minutes’ walk from the beach and with sea views, the family-run Lerryn has 20 bedrooms, all en-suite.

One Double and a Single room with TV, tea and coffee facilities and Wi-Fi. The Boathouse pub is just 30 metres along the terrace and there is a myriad of shops and restaurants just 5 minutes walk into town. Price ranges: £35 pppn Opening times: All year round

Relax and enjoy sea views of Falmouth Bay from the bar/lounge or from many of our bedrooms, three with balconies. Ground floor and disability-friendly rooms are available. All rooms are ensuite and have a colour television, radio and tea/coffee making facilities. Pets welcomed and enjoyed by arrangement.

17 Harbour Terrace, Falmouth, TR11 2AN 01326 317 006 www.anchorhousebandbfalmouth.co.uk

De Pass Road, Falmouth, TR11 4BJ 01326 312 489 www.thelerrynhotel.co.uk

Stay at The Mill for a relaxing break in this peaceful, rural area, 6 miles west of Falmouth. Located within easy reach of The Lizard, The Helford River and the gardens of Trebah and Glendurgan. Our guest accommodation is self contained and has its own entrance. We have two nicely decorated, very comfortable, ground floor rooms, both ensuite. Parking. WiFi. Price ranges: From £60 per room per night. Brill, Constantine, Falmouth, TR11 5PZ 01326 340 036 / 07794782613 www.themillatbrill.co.uk

PLACES TO STAY / GUEST HOUSES / B&Bs Lugo Rock

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F9 E7 Prospect House

The Lugo Rock is a friendly family-run Bed & Breakfast providing high quality guest accommodation. The Lugo Rock is an historic old house ideally situated with a sandy beach at the end of the road and only a short walk from Falmouth Town and harbour. With the Cornwall Healthier Eating Gold Award you can enjoy a range of tasty breakfasts with locally sourced produce where possible. Guests can relax in our large oak panelled lounge which leads out on to a lovely sun deck, with tables and chairs . All of our comfortable rooms are ensuite with tea/coffee making facilities.

Prospect House is a Grade II listed Georgian property dating back to the 1820s when it was built for a Packet Ship Captain. All our rooms are en suite and are comfortable and spacious. A traditional English cooked breakfast using local produce is served in the elegant dining room. Guests are able to relax in the guest lounge or the garden with a fine Victorian greenhouse.

We also have a spacious private car park. Price ranges: From £30 pppn.

Price ranges: £45 to £75pn inc breakfast. £5 supplement for one night stay.

59 Melvill Road, Falmouth, TR11 4DF 01326 311 344 www.lugorockhotel.co.uk

1 Church Road, Penryn, TR10 8DA 01326 373 198 / 07715728562 www.prospecthouse-penryn.co.uk

Old Railway Yard

Avalon Guest House

Budock Vean

A fairly new property built 2007 offering a double en-suite shower room including a balcony with sea views towards the North coast only four miles away and a twin room with private facilities, we also have a ground floor double room with en-suite bath/shower room.

If you prefer a self-catering holiday in Cornwall but with all the Budock Vean luxuries then our cottages and lodges are for you.

Price ranges: From £40 single occupancy pn to £85 (two sharing including breakfast).

Contemporary beachside guest house only 20 yards from the sandy cove of Maenporth and 2 miles from Falmouth. On the South West coastal path. Four individual en-suite rooms catering for couples and families. We have a dining room/balcony overlooking the beach. Local produce and complementary afternoon tea and cakes included. Top Trip Advisor reviews. Price ranges: £40 - £62.50 pppn

Tram Cross Lane, Lanner Hill, TR16 5TZ 01209 314 514 / 07970595598 g.s.collier@btinternet.com www.old-railway-yard.co.uk

Maenporth Beach, Falmouth, TR11 5HN 01326 250 704 avalon@avalonmaenporth.comwww. www.avalonmaenporth.com

Self Catering

Situated within about fifty yards of the hotel’s front door are the beautiful Budock Vean cottages and lodges. Like the Hotel the self-catering cottages are graded as four-star by Quality in Tourism. However each has a small private garden . Price ranges: From £455 per week. Helford Passage, Mawnan Smith, TR11 5LG 01326 250 288 www.budockvean.co.uk

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Tremough Campus Explore the stunning natural beauty of Cornwall – its spectacular seascapes and dramatic landscapes. Enjoy its wealth of maritime history, outdoor pursuits, artistic heritage, sub-tropical gardens, contemporary cuisine and boutique shops from high quality, affordable accommodation at the heart of a thriving, modern £200M university campus. Ideal for group travel, our accommodation at The Tremough Campus offers self-catered apartments with double en-suite bedrooms and well-equipped kitchens plus excellent on site facilities. Situated between the vibrant port of Falmouth and the historic town of Penryn, and only 7 miles from Truro, you can discover everything that Cornwall has to offer within easy reach of this central base. The Tremough Campus has convenient public transport links, just moments from the coast. With our strong local links, we can help tailor activity packages for all groups and age ranges – from surfing schools and garden tours to yoga retreats. For special group rates, please contact us. For all enquiries please email events.coordinator@fxplus.ac.uk

The Tremough Campus, Treliever Road Penryn,TR10 9EZ 01326 370 775 www.fxplus.ac.uk/connect/conferences-events

PLACES TO STAY / SELF CATERING

PLACES TO STAY / SELF CATERING Parklands

D5 Below Stairs at Wellington House

A detached bungalow, which is family and pet friendly, situated within walking distance to town. Parklands can accommodate 6 people. The property has separate lounge and dining rooms, and a large kitchen. The kitchen contains most appliances. There is a bathroom with a bath and shower cubicle, with separate toilet. The property has off road parking for four cars, and enclosed garden. Price ranges: £260 - £485 Park Rise, Falmouth, TR11 2DS 01326 312 076 www.parklandsbungalow.co.uk

Country Cottage Retreats

26 Melvill Road, Falmouth, TR11 4AR 01326 319 947 info@belowstairsfalmouth.co.uk www.belowstairsfalmouth.co.uk

Pampaluna Cottages

Two non-smoking character cottages. 4* rated Pampaluna Vean with reverse level accommodation sleeping two in a ground floor bedroom, outside patio area. 2* rated Pampaluna Cottage with a woodburning stove in a large inglenook fireplace in the sitting room and two upstairs bedrooms sleeping up to four, private garden. Parking for cars and boats. Ideally situated for many attractions. Price ranges: £170 - £420 Price ranges: From £150(short breaks) to £690 Viscar Farm, Medlyn Moor, Helston, TR13 0LF 01326 340 897 www.viscarfarm-cottages.co.uk

HHHH Self-contained holiday apartment created from the former servant’s quarters of this Edwardian guesthouse. Completely refurbished to contemporary standards and style, it is perfect for couples or friends. Ideally situated within 2 minutes walk of the seafront and beaches, and 5 minutes walk to the town centre and harbourside. We are within half a mile of buses, trains and ferries. Flexible arrival days, only a 3 night minimum stay. Below Stairs has great outside space with views, fully furnished and dog-safe. Situated in a quiet, tucked-away location and yet easy to find from the main route into town. Fully equipped kitchen and every modern comfort including free wi-fi. Price ranges: From £70 to £95 PER NIGHT

Four miles from Falmouth in the village of Mabe Burnthouse.

Country Cottage Retreats nestles amongst the rolling countryside of South West Cornwall at Medlyn Moor, between Falmouth and Helston, perfect for your self catering cottage holiday in Cornwall. All of our holiday cottages are non smoking, double glazed and well furnished to the highest standards to make your stay comfortable. With ample parking.

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1 Pampaluna, Corpascus, Mabe, TR10 9JB 01326 373 203 info@pampaluna.co.uk www.pampaluna.co.uk

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InspireBlue Holidays With superb panoramic views across Falmouth’s harbour to the Roseland peninsula, the prestigious new Fountain Court development is just minutes away from the heart of this historic town. Located on the first and second floors, both apartments have private parking right outside. Tucked away from the main streets yet within easy reach of the diverse selection of shops, bars, bistros and galleries synonymous with this vibrant town, you couldn’t wish for a better location. Each apartment has been equipped to the highest standard with broadband, LED 3D televisions & Blu-ray players in the living-rooms... 8 - 10 Fountain Court, Smithick Hill Falmouth, TR11 3AX 01326 210 462 / 07525649933 www.inspireblueholidays.co.uk /inspireblueholidays @InspireBlueHols

Mylor Harbourside Holidays Mylor Harbourside apartments are nestled in the heart of Mylor Yacht Harbour, a centre for all boating and watersports in the South West. We have 8 four star self-catering apartments all equipped with everything a couple, family or larger group would need to enjoy their holiday at the harbour. The beds are comfy, the towels are big and fluffy and the welcome is warm and friendly, the perfect luxury home from home. Price ranges: £325 - £1340 Opening times: All year including Christmas and New Year Mylor Churchtown, Falmouth, TR11 5UF 01326 372 121 www.mylorharbourside.com /Mylor.Yacht.Harbour @MylorMarina

PLACES TO STAY / SELF CATERING

PLACES TO STAY / SELF CATERING Holiday Cornwall Holiday Cornwall Ltd has self-catering apartments and cottages that offer accommodation to suit all requirements. All of the properties are individually rated - 70% of them are 4 star but they vary between 3 to 5 star. From individual properties to well appointed apartments virtually right on the beach. The majority of our properties have sea views and are within walking distance to a beach, a pub or restaurant, most with the use of an outdoor heated pool or indoor leisure complex and all weather tennis courts. Our accommodation is in the perfect position for eating out, relaxing, walking, messing about on the beach, fishing, hiring a boat or just watching the world go by. If you like being near the sea - it doesn’t get much better than this. But, after all, the holiday you choose is a self catering holiday, for you to do what you want, when you want, no strings attached, no meals to be back for, just peace of mind, that if something goes wrong, we are here to put it right and help you in every way possible. Visit our website for more information or call our office for the personal touch. Price ranges: From £160pw - £2780pw

Review “Excellent accommodation, beautiful setting, we will be coming back soon”

The Boat House, Helford Passage Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 5LB 01326 250 278 enquiries@holidaycornwall.co.uk www.holidaycornwall.co.uk

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English Heritage Holiday Cottages

Driftwood Cottage

Bell Cottage

Ever wanted to know what it felt like to live the life of a king or queen? Now you can, by staying at an English Heritage cottage set in the grounds of St Mawes or Pendennis Castle. Stylishly decorated and fantastically well equipped, they have stunning views over the Fal Estuary and out to sea.

A 3 bedroom cottage (sleeps 5), situated within a peaceful holiday village on the outskirts of Falmouth. Facilities: Free Wi-Fi, Freeview TV, DVD, CD, Washing machine. Accommodation: Downstairs double bedroom, cloakroom, open plan lounge / kitchen / diner. Upstairs twin & single bedrooms & bathroom. Onsite facilities: Bar / restaurant, tennis courts, gym.

Bell Cottage is a single storey comfortably furnished cottage, well equipped for two people, set in attractive grounds on the outskirts of the ancient town of Penryn.

Short breaks and weekly stays all year from just £375 with welcome hamper of local produce. Sleep 2-4 plus cot. Dogs welcome. To book, call 0870 333 1187 www.english-heritage.org.uk/pendennis

Creekside Cottages

‘Visit England Quality Accredited Agency’ Set in enchanting and picturesque positions the majority of the cottages are by, or very close to, the water’s edge, also village and rural locations. All offer peaceful and comfortable accommodation perfect for the sailor, walker or bird watcher. Available throughout the year, with most cottages having open fires. Winter and Spring Breaks available. Dogs welcome. Cottages sleeping from 2 - 10 from Falmouth to Flushing, Restronguet, St. Just in Roseland, Mylor Bridge & Feock. Just come and relax. Tranquil cottages in picturesque idyllic locations perfect to explore the natural beauty of the Cornish coast, from the beautiful creeks, Cornish gardens, rugged cliffs and sandy beaches, just perfect. Strangwith House, Restronguet, TR11 5ST 01326 375 972 www.creeksidecottages.co.uk /creeksidecottages

Driftwood Cottage, 22 Pendra Loweth, Falmouth, TR11 5 BJ 01326 375 034, 07984432664 www.holidaycottagefalmouth.co.uk

3 miles from Falmouth, the cottage has a pretty private garden and parking. Centrally located for coast, countryside and places of interest. Quiet location, suitable for guests with limited mobility. Price ranges: £259 - £479 per week Kernick Park, Penryn TR10 9DG 01326 376 466 www.bellcottagecornwall.co.uk

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Carwinion Cottage

Trevoney

The Observatory Tower

Original Cornish cottage in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty overlooking open fields on a National Trust footpath to the Helford River and Porth Saxon beach. Sleeps 4-6 in 3 double bedrooms (1 en suite). Kitchen with Aga and dining area, lounge with wood burner, bathroom. Sky TV, WiFi, ,washing machine, enclosed garden, seating area, barbecue, parking.

Quietly situated detached bungalow in charming village off private driveway overlooking woodland.

A former meteorological observatory, sympathetically renovated to provide a unique and luxurious self-catering experience for 2-4 people.

Opening times: All year & for short breaks Price ranges: From £300-£900 Mawnan Smith, Falmouth, TR11 5JB 01326 250 199 www.carwinioncottage.co.uk

Aspects Holidays

Visit England Quality Accredited Agency Aspects Holidays provide a variety of holiday properties in Falmouth and throughout Cornwall. Properties range from newly built apartments overlooking the harbour, to cosy and contemporary cottages with beautiful gardens and patio areas. All of our properties in Falmouth come with parking and the majority offer free WiFi. We offer a range of accommodation to suit all needs and budgets and also provide over 50 dog friendly properties for you and your faithful friend! We welcome short breaks out of season and we try to be as flexible as possible with arrival and departure dates. Price ranges: From £292 per week Hayle Business Park, Hayle, TR27 5JR 01736 754 242 www.aspects-holidays.co.uk /aspectsholidays @aspectsholidays

Sleeps up to six people. Short walk to shop and pub. Two and a half miles to both Falmouth centre and Maenporth beach. Comfortable, well-equipped accommodation. Garden. Parking. Ideal for exploring coastal footpaths, the river Fal and National Trust gardens. Budock Water, Falmouth, TR11 5XB 01720 422 370 www.budockfalmouth.co.uk

The far-reaching, 360 degree views from the observatory deck are awe-inspiring. With river, harbour, town and sea views, watch Falmouth come alive by day and night from this iconic tower.

Victoria Cottages, Falmouth TR11 3NH 07807743575 info@theobservatorytower.co.uk www.theobservatorytower.co.uk

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PLACES TO STAY / SELF CATERING / CAMPSITES

Tregedna Lodge

Gadles Farm Holidays

Bosilliac Holiday Cottages

Tregedna Lodge offers clean, flexible, homely accommodation.

Two beautifully restored cottages on a working dairy farm.If your interests include walking, cycling, gardens, sailing, beaches or the Arts, then you will be close to all of these.

Two Cottages situated about half a mile from the pretty village of Mawnan Smith and convenient for Falmouth.

Accommodating 1 - 24 people. Located close to Maenporth beach , which is a safe, clean sandy beach and allows access to the SW coastal path. Beds are made up for your arrival, fully equipped kitchen, a comfy lounge with plenty of room to relax.

There is so much to do without travelling very far. Or just relax, admire the glorious views, lean over the gate and watch the cows happily grazing. Four star grading and Green Tourism Gold award.

The Helford River nearby offers beaches, coves, gardens and coastal walks. Accommodation is spacious, with plenty of car parking. From their private raised terrace guests can look out over a flowery meadow, where children can play. Sleeps 2 to 6 Opening times: All year round

Maenporth, Falmouth, TR11 5HL 01209 200 757 / 07979 645946 www.tregednafarmholidays.co.uk

Laity Moor, Ponsanooth, Truro TR3 7HS 01872 863 214 www.gadlesfarmholidays.co.uk

Penwarne Road, Mawnan Smith, TR11 5EN 01326 250 307 www.rosemerrynfarm.co.uk

Pennance Mill Farm

Retanna Holiday Park

Tregedna Farm Campsite

Pennance Mill Farm is nestled in the beautiful valley of Maenporth. Our sheltered level campsite is positioned in three meadows with hook ups available if required. If you prefer we also have fully serviced hard standing pitches. The picturesque cove of Maenporth can be easily reached on our private footpath. Also available to hire are 3 chalets and the lodge accommodating 7 persons all of which are fully equipped. Falmouth can be easily reached on the regular bus service from our park.

Well situated before The Lizard on A394 between Falmouth & Helston. Camping/Touring pitches available with FREE electric hook ups, FREE hot showers in our modern facilities. 1 - 3 bedroom caravans available for hire. Quiet family Park - no bar - no noisy clubhouse, just a friendly welcome & wonderful children’s play area & indoor games room. Price ranges: Pitch Hire £16.50 - £22.50 pn inc 2 pers. Static caravan hire £185 - £550 pw

Tregedna campsite is located in a large gently sloping South facing field in the picturesque Maen valley, minutes from the beach and surrounded by beautiful wooded countryside - a quiet, safe environment. There is plenty of room for riding bikes, flying kites, ball games or just to find a quiet corner. We don’t allocate pitches, we allow you to choose your own pitch. Price ranges: April/May: Adults £7.50 Children £4.00, Electric hook ups £3.50 per night.June/July/August: Adults £8.00 Children £4.00, Hook up £3.50 per night.

Maenporth, Falmouth, TR11 5HJ 01326 317 431 www.pennancemill.co.uk

Edgcumbe, Helston, TR13 0EJ 01326 340 643 www.retanna.co.uk @RetannaHolPark

Maenporth, Falmouth, TR11 5HL 01326 250 529 www.tregednafarmholidays.co.uk

WHATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ON

Music

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Events

Festivals

Beetty Stoga at the Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival

Theatre

Food & Drink

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Walking

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Watersports

Blown away! An exciting mix of entertainment is promised in Falmouth from festivals to live music and sporting to charitable events, it’s a vibrant scene for foot stomping, toe tapping and belly filling. Food of love

Funky town

Foodies flock to Falmouth to sample its culinary delights. Chefs in Falmouth are putting the region on the map for offering culinary excellence to its visitors. Whether it’s a once in a lifetime fine dining experience or exceptional chefs cooking up hearty feasts, Falmouth is a foodie destination like no other.

Offering an eclectic repertoire of live music, theatre, productions and events such as concerts,shows and art exhibitions, every genre is satisfied within Falmouth’s quirky entertainment and party circuit.

Get festive Famed for its festivals, Falmouth stages a feast of exhilarating events such as the Spring Garden Festival, Fal River Festival, Sea Shanty Festival, Falmouth Oyster Festival and Fal River Walking Festival. Visitors travel from across the globe to join the celebrations and marvel at the magnificent fiesta feel.

Set sail From the Pendennis Cup to Henri Lloyd Falmouth week - the town is full of world-class sailing events. Discover your own sea legs and learn to sail, or cruise the bay in a tall ship or fishing boat trip or up the ante and sign up for the thrill of a marine wildlife trip.

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“The thing I love about Falmouth is that there’s always something happening. It seems like every other week there’s a festival or some other event taking place.” Michael Sweeney Communications Manager, National Maritime Museum See page 19

WHAT’S ON March 10th - 24th March

Falmouth Spring Festival Organised by the Falmouth BID, title sponsors National Maritime Museum Cornwall, this is a vibrant, community orientated event, the first main festival of the year. Celebrating Falmouth’s open and green spaces with activities like Falmouth Spring Clean Day, Zumba Zestifal, Paint the Town Yellow Day, Run Falmouth, Folk & Cider Fayre, a host of guided walks and Party in the Park. www.falmouth.co.uk

Various locations around the town

23rd - 24th March

Falmouth Spring Flower Show Blooming marvels of Falmouth’s annual flower show return with a fine collection of exotic and rare plants. There’s a Flower Arranging Competition, refreshments and green fingered experts on hand to answer your questions. To exhibit your little beauties, download a schedule from the website. £3.00 entry. www.falmouthshow.co.uk

Princess Pavilion

www.falmouth.co.uk May 24th - June 2nd: THE TRURO & PENWITH COLLEGE FAL RIVER FESTIVAL 2013

24TH MAY TO 2ND JUNE 2013

Friday, May 24 4.30pm - late

Opening ceremony of the Truro & Penwith College Fal River Festival See the famous Beer Fleet sail into Falmouth harbour before heading to Events Square where there will be a showcase of music from the festival’s sponsor, Truro & Penwith College.

Now in its eighth year, the Fal River Festival, once again sponsored by Truro & Penwith College, is a 10-day not-for-profit community festival which encompasses many events varying from music and drama, the arts and heritage to gig racing, swimming, walking and much more. Saturday, May 25 Fal Fish Festival The Fal Fish Festival runs for three days on Events Square and celebrates the best of Cornwall’s marine harvest. Now in its fourth year, the Fal Fish Festival offers a feast of cookery demonstrations, live music, children’s entertainment and a bustling market. Wed, May 29 4pm - 6.30pm

Beer & Jazz on the Quay in St Mawes Jacka Jazz will be playing on the quay in St Mawes with two live

performances at 4pm and 5.30pm. St Mawes Hotel will be serving beer and a hog roast from their patio. Ferries will run back to Falmouth from St Mawes until 7.45pm Saturday, June 1 9am

Roseland Adventure Race This year’s gruelling course will see people swim, run and cycle around a 54km course on the Roseland Peninsula. Midnight Mermaid Walk An all-night walk in St Mawes

organised by Nearwater B&B to raise money for Cornwall’s Mermaid Centre. Sunday, June 2 12pm

RNLI Castle to Castle Swim The Castle to Castle Swim is a 1 mile Open Water Swim held in aid of the RNLI between Pendennis Point & St Mawes Castle. Last year it raised £30,000 for the charity.

Sunday, June 2 Fal River Walk The walk, organised by the Rotary Club of Truro Boscawen will be raising money for Cornwall Hospice Care and Rotary funds. All this and more are in store for this year’s festival. For a full list of events please visit www. falriverfestival. co.uk.

WHAT’S ON

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May

June

July

24th March

29th - 31st May

14th - 16th June

26th July / 7pm

St. Nazaire Anniversary Parade gathers at the Municipal Buildings on The Moor and proceeds to Prince of Wales pier for a Service at 11.00a.m. then continues to parade to the Watersports Centre for a reception.

Spain Attacks! 11am to 5pm It is 1593. Arwenack in Falmouth, the home of Sir John Killigrew, is attacked and burnt by Spanish Raiders - will Pendennis Castle be next? Feel the anticipation as Sir John and the Garrison prepare for attack. Watch as gun crews practice with the mighty cannon of Pendennis and meet the Garrison in person.

Falmouth Classics Now timed to coincide with Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival this sailing event will be three days of dedicated classic boat racing.

Family Summer Sleepover Kick off your summer holidays with an exclusive overnight stay at one of English Heritage’s historic properties, especially for families. Enjoy a twilight tour and spooky stories before bedding down for the night. Includes an evening meal and breakfast.

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The Moor to Prince of Wales Pier

April 1st - 5th April

Smugglers Training Academy for Kids Enter the world of secrets and covert operations in a smuggling-themed week of fun! Take part in our treasure hunt, find the missing objects and win a special reward from the King! Also enjoy storytelling and a smugglers battle! Pendennis Castle 8th - 12th April

WW11 Week for kids Find out what life was really like in the 1940’s - a time of rationing, air raids and evacuation. Take part in the children’s drill and obstacle course to see how you would have fared during WWII. Pendennis Castle

Pendennis Castle

June

14th - 16th June

Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival Shanty bands and singers from all over the UK and the continent converge on Falmouth for three days, bringing a huge diversity of shanties, performed on stages throughout the town. The opening and closing ceremonies are held on Events Square and traditionally close with The Fishermen’s Friends from Port Isaac. Custom House Quay, Events Square and other locations.

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On The Water

16th June

Falmouth Triathlon Swim 750M Cycle 20Km from Falmouth to Mawnan Smith and back Run 5Km taking in Falmouth Seafront, Pendennis Point and back to Gyllyngvase Beach. Entrance £35 www.carrickleisure.org.uk

Gyllyngvase Beach 22nd June

Armed Forces Day (for Cornwall) Events Square is the venue for the main stage which will host the opening ceremony, various Armed Forces displays including Beat the Retreat and culminating in an evening concert by HM Royal Marines. www.falmouth.co.uk

Events Square, The Moor, Church Street Car Park

Cornwall International Male Voice Choral Festival 3rd May / 7.30pm

Regional Gala Concert featuring host choir Nankersey Male Voice Choir and guest choirs: Carlton Male Voice Choir from Nottingham, Gledholt Male Voice Choir from Huddersfield, Sydney Male Voice Choir from Australia Truro Cathedral 4th May / 12.30 to 4pm

Choirs singing: Taunton Deane (Devon) Tideswell (Derby) Weybridge (Surrey) Carlton (Nottingham) Dagilelis (Lithuania) Various locations

Pendennis Castle

July 19th July - 8.30pm

The Christians Formed in Liverpool in 1986 The Christians went on to become one of the UK’s biggest soul bands with hits like Ideal World and Harvest for the World. A unique blend of soul, gospel and heartfelt acoustic pop, topped off by Garry Christian’s distinctive vocals. Still sporting the Raybans, incredibly rich and sultry voice and the string of gorgeous songs that made a million women swoon. Unreserved Seating with standing space 8.30pm £18 Princess Pavilion

July

5th May

Bristol Male Voice Choir and Dagilelis Boys Choir from Lithuania. National Maritime Museum Cornwall

Regional Gala Concert featuring host choir Treverva Male Voice Choir and guest choirs: Men of Good Fortune from Cornwall. Colne Valley Male Voice Choir from Huddersfield. Viola Male Choir from South Africa. St. Petersburg Boys Choir from Russia All Saints Church Falmouth 6th May / Noon

Peterborough Male Voice Choir. St. Petersburg Boys. Choir Czech Boys Choir. Pendennis Castle

www.cimvcf.org.uk July 28th - 30th July

Grand Medieval Jousts 11am to 5pm A magnificent medieval joust where fighting knights do battle in a live action show. Revel in the drama

of clashing knights on horseback and cheer on your favourite. Be entertained by the court jester for plenty of laughs too. Let the battle commence! Pendennis Castle

WHAT’S ON

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August

7th - 8th August

9th to 18th August

11th August

Grand Medieval Jousts 11am to 5pm A magnificent medieval joust where fighting knights do battle in a live action show. Revel in the drama of clashing knights on horseback and cheer on your favourite. Be entertained by the court jester for plenty of laughs too. Let the battle commence!

Henri Lloyd Falmouth Week The annual Henri Lloyd Falmouth Week will bring a full and varied programme of entertainment. This includes the carnival, yacht racing, fireworks, air displays, daytime and evening entertainment bands/ acts, children’s activities and much more.

Gylly Triathlon 7am to 10am. Triathlon Event – Swim / Cycle Run – 2 races Adult Relay Tri (max 20 teams, 4 members per team 7 to 8.15am. Junior Tri (ages 13 – 16), max 80 participants, mass start. Taking in Cliff Road, Pendennis Rise and Castle Drive. All competitors to be pre-entered.

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Gyllyngvase Beach

Pendennis Castle

Throughout the town Out on the water to the shore from the Moor to Events Square and many other venues.

9th August

10th August

Pink Wig Party/ Day If the whole town looks pink on Friday night don’t worry, you won’t be seeing things! It will be the ‘Pink Wig Girls’ Night Out’ supporting the Breast Cancer Campaign AND Cornwall Breast Care Team. Entertainment and live music at Events Square.

Falmouth Walking Carnival Led by the Falmouth Marine Band this popular carnival gathers at the Falmouth Rugby Club to walk through the main streets of the town finishing at the Watersports Centre. Music, entertainment and fun for all the family!

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Starts Falmouth Rugby Club at 6.30p.m. to the Watersports Centre

Leaving The Moor at 6.30p.m. and parading to Events Square

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14th - 15th August

August River Cornwall to offer audiences the chance to take the boat from Falmouth to see Waiting for Godot at St Mawes Castle & Trelissick Garden this summer. Experience the breath-taking views across the across the picturesque estuary; enjoy on-board entertainment with a complimentary pint of Skinners as well as priority seating on your arrival at the venue. Boat departs Custom House Quay at 6pm. Tickets from £18, Booking essential. Call 01872 262 466. St Mawes Castle & Trelissick Garden 17th - 18th August

RNLI Dragon Boat Challenge 10am to 4pm. Featuring 40ft traditional Chinese style boats powered by up to 16 people with paddles. www.falmouth.co.uk

Inner Harbour 8th & 24th August

SHOW BOAT EXPERIENCE Miracle Theatre presents Waiting for Godot. Miracle Theatre has once again teamed up with Fal Miracle Theatre

August 17th August

Trident Swim Falmouth Fire Brigade

National Maritime Museum Cornwall

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Gyllyngvase Beach 21st - 22nd August

150th Maritime Line Anniversary www.falmouth.co.uk

Maritime branch line and town. 25th August

Music in the Park starting 1pm. Music and performance events on Sunday afternoon. www.falmouth.co.uk

Kimberley Park

For sensational sea-themed summer activities, you can’t beat the Maritime Museum. With free activities including Pirate School with Captain Jack Sparrow, crabbing (50p) and six weeks crammed with every nautical fun make and take you can think of, this is a real must do. Pay once and get in free to the Museum for a year. All activities are included in the price of admission.

Check out the website on www. nmmc.co.uk

WHAT’S ON

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18TH OCTOBER TO 3RD NOVEMBER