Falmouth
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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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Balti Curries - Falmouth - Serves Nepalese and North Indian cuisine. Children welcome.
Bay Marine - Dive Falmouth Bay & the Lizard Peninsula aboard the Autumn Dream. Skipper diver with many years of experience in the leisure and commercial sector. The Autumn Dream is licensed to carry twelve plus two crew up to 60 miles from a safe haven by day or night
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Beside the Wave Gallery - Falmouth - Venue exhibiting contemporary artists and potters from the region. Site includes profiles on exhibiting artists.
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...
Cafe Cinnamon Girl - Falmouth - Organic vegetarian and vegan cafe, fully licesed. Great Organic coffee FREE wireless hot spot internet connection to all our customers.
CHAIN - Umbrella website for museums and galleries in Cornwall. Provides information on collections at Royal Cornwall Museum, Penlee House Museum and Gallery, Falmouth Art Gallery, Wheal Martyn China Clay Museum and Bodmin Museum.
Cornish Cruising - Yacht Charter - Family run yacht charter company based in Falmouth. Selection of boats, trips and RYA courses