Falmouth, Cornwall
Falmouth is an ideal touring centre. The vast variety of the Cornish coastline is all within easy reach - there are many coves,
beaches, towns and villages for you to explore; Falmouth's exceptionally mild climate makes a Spring or Autumn holiday most
enjoyable.
Castles, Gardens, Beaches & Culture
Within the wider area there is much to enjoy and explore; look out for the twin castles of
Pendennis and
St Mawes, the beautiful
churches at St Just in Roseland and Mylor, the sub-tropical gardens at
Trelissick, Trebah
and Glendurgan, or Truro with its shopping and cathedral.
A 30 minute drive
will take you to the surfing hotspots and spectacular clifftop walks of the north coast, whilst the
world-famous Eden Project and Tate Gallery St. Ives are approximately
45 minutes from your central base in Falmouth.
There is plenty to see and do in the local area. The town of Falmouth is full of history, interesting shops and picturesque narrow
streets. It is also home to one of the world's largest natural deep-water harbours where you can sail, fish and take pleasure boat tours
to the River Fal, St Mawes and the nearby Helford River. Falmouth College of Arts, the award-winning Falmouth Art Gallery and
the
A few yards from the door is the splendid seafront and coastal path along which you can walk to the historic