Falmouth and the surrounding areas offer easy access to some of Cornwalls best known attractions. There is a wealth of history both maritime and otherwise. Almost everywhere you go are areas of natural beauty to visit as well as thoroughly modern wonders like the incomparable Eden Project.
THE EDEN PROJECT
One of the Worlds truly unique places the Eden Project is a must-see place for anybody visiting the Falmouth area. "If you believe there should be a place...that celebrates life and puts champagne in the veins...is all about education but doesn't feel like school...to hold conversations that might just go somewhere... where research isn't white coats in secret but shared exploration to help us all...that is a sanctuary for all who think the future too precious to leave to the few - because it belongs to us all. Then welcome. That's why we built this place and that's where the money goes. The Eden Project."
THE NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM. Housed in an award winning building on the Falmouth harbour-side, the National Maritime Museum Cornwall transports you into the world of small boats and Cornish maritime history.
Falmouth Surf School is mobile. We can transport you from the Falmouth area to the best surf beach on any given day. You will have a great day that you will never forget, and perhaps it may change the rest of your life! It's hard to explain the excitement of riding the face of a clean wave to people who don't surf... you'll never forget the first time you ride a wave all the way to the beach... and that night you won't be able to sleep because you'll want to be back in the surf as soon as possible... from then on you'll be hooked, and the adventure begins!!!
GYLLYNVASE BEACH, FALMOUTH.
Sea Squirts aims to teach children in a fun and memorable way through a variety of different courses. Sea Squirts operates all year round, so whether you don snorkel and wet suit to view the amazing underwater world in the summer, or join us during the winter months for a rock pooling expedition, we can offer a variety of activities to keep the family entertained all year round, with the emphasis on safety at all times. In fact, we even let 'big kids' join in - as long as they behave themselves!
All the info you need to know about sailing in the Falmouth area!
PENDENNIS CASTLE. Pendennis Castle has defended the anchorage of the Carrick Roads for over 450 years. Today you re-visit the castle's history from Tudor times to the re-fortification in both world wars. Along with a museum and discovery centre are displays of coastal defence armament and access to the former secret installations.
Heligan, seat of the Tremayne family for more than 400 years, is one of the most mysterious estates in England. At the end of the nineteenth century its thousand acres were at their zenith, but only a few years later bramble and ivy were already drawing a green veil over this “Sleeping Beauty”. After decades of neglect, the devastating hurricane 1990 should have consigned the Lost Gardens of Heligan to a footnote in history but instead.......well why not find out!
The National Seal Sanctuary, set in the picturesque Helford Estuary, by the beautiful village of Gweek, in Cornwall. We are a rescue, rehabilitation, and release centre for seals and last season we rescued over 30 pups!
This unique experience attracts over 80,000 visitors every year and with over 60 Giant Satellite dishes it is the Largest and Oldest Satellite Station on Earth!
Falmouth Harbour, including the Carrick Roads, is reputed to be the third largest natural harbour in the world. Falmouth Harbour Commissioners are a statutory port authority with responsibility for the Inner Harbour at Falmouth (excluding Falmouth Docks), the Penryn River up as far as Boyers Cellars, the southern part of the Carrick Roads and a large part of Falmouth Bay. As well as providing regulation of its Harbour Area the Commissioners provide small craft facilities for residents and visitors.
Be dazzled by the Isles of Scilly (from Latin for ‘Sun Isles’), which have captivated visitors for centuries. Rising out of the Atlantic 28 miles off Land’s End. This archipelago of over 100 islands (only five are inhabited) is bathed by the Gulf Stream,famed for its white sand beaches, translucent waters and ‘sub-tropical’ vegetation. You’ll find it seriously hard to believe you’re still in the UK.
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Our apartment 'Anchor Loft' can be seen along with many others at Cornish Holiday Cottages.
Horse Riding Facilities Cornwall. Accommodation and facilities for your horse.
Bissoe Tramways Cycle Hire in Cornwall is situated in the heart of the Cornish mining heritage. Why not enjoy a day cycling along historic mineral tramroads and railways free from traffic. The Cycle route goes from the ancient quays at Devoran on the south coast of Cornwall to the harbour at Portreath on the North Cornish coast, along the old Mineral Tramways which is an interesting ride for the average cyclist. You can hire one of our mountain bicycles or tandems, trailers. We can offer bicycle servicing to ensure that your bike is kept in top condition.
Encounter Cornwall provides you with the key to unlocking magical mid Cornwall the alternative way. A family run operation based in the stunning village of Lerryn, we operate Coast to Coast - Padstow to Fowey and all points between. We arrange challenging or leisurely adventures with combined cycling, canoeing and walking, or any one or two of these activities, to suit your mood and your stay.
Outdoor Adventure was set up in 1981 as a small activity centre and will remain that way, enabling us to deliver high quality programmes and holidays and give a very personal experience. This ethos leads to a fun and relaxed atmosphere that benefits everyone and makes it possible to provide consistent quality assurance and value for money.
We are one of only three British Horse Society Approved Training Centres in Cornwall.
Falmouth School Of Sailing. Powerboat, Sailing & Cruising School in Falmouth, Cornwall. RYA Powerboat & Sailing Courses, VHF Radio & First Aid Courses. Yachtmaster, Dayskipper & Competent Crew Courses. Individual or Group Lessons and Junior Classes.
Touristnet Cornwall - Activity Centres, Boating, Bowling, Canoeing ....We hope you find these links useful and interesting. Please click below for a detailed downloadable map of the Falmouth area.
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