Falmouth beach guide
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Falmouth came to prominence in the sixteenth century when Pendennis Castle was built. Later the following century, it became the base for the Falmouth Packets which carried mail to America. Much earlier than this, the main town of the area was neighbouring Penryn.
There is a regular ferry crossing from Falmouth to St Mawes, on the opposite side of the bay, and St Mawes Castle is the twin to Pendennis. During the summer months, there are various other boating trips available and plenty of estuaries and creeks to explore.
Jacob’s Ladder is a flight of 111 steps leading from the Moor, Falmouth’s old town square. From the top there is a great view of the town and harbour. There are plenty of eating places in Falmouth, but it does not have the over-developed feeling of many other holiday resorts.
The beaches to the south of the town are great for families. Swanpool Beach is probably the best for swimming. A little further in the same direction is the estuary of the River Helford.
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Amanda Brier, Pottery - Falmouth - Decorative and usable pots with beautiful subtle glazes insipred by the Leach pottery tradition. Visit Amanda....
Amanda Brown - Iyengar Yoga Classes in Falmouth, Penyrn and Helston. Surya Eco Yoga Camp
athayoga - We run a variety of yoga classes, yogabodywork sessions, workshops and retreats in the Falmouth area. Visitors are welcome to come along to any of our classes. For a full list of classes see our website.
Balti Curries - Falmouth - Serves Nepalese and North Indian cuisine. Children welcome.
Blue, falmouth - blue south is the second in the trilogy of \\\"blue\\\" surf bar & restaurants. Situated streetside in the beautiful Cornish town of Falmouth. Offering fresh seafood specials, the original blue burger, pizza and great homemade food. Dynomite cocktails too...
Cornish Cruising - Yacht Charter - Family run yacht charter company based in Falmouth. Selection of boats, trips and RYA courses
Cornish fishing - Deep sea fishing and diving trips from falmouth, shark fishing and cage diving,basking sharks & dolphin watching onboard falmouths best charter boat " Wave Chieftain"
Fal River Links - Ferries, boats, buses and trains around the River Fal, linking Truro, Falmouth and St Mawes.