Local Area

Out and About around St Mawes

The delighful harbour town of St Mawes sits at the tip of the Roseland Peninsular, opposite St Anthony's Head with its functioning lighthouse still protecting shipping from the notorious Mannacle Rocks. Across the water, to the West, lies the historic port of Falmouth. Much of the dramatic coastline in this beautiful area was used to film Poldark.

St Mawes is still very much a sea faring community and is home to a small fishing fleet. Boats and yachts, locally owned or visiting, are continually at anchor in the harbour and beyond. Most months there are ferries and water taxis bustling in and out, ferrying visitors to Falmouth, up the Helford or Fal rivers to Truro or beyond.

There are always lots of things to do and see - and plenty of great events too, perfect for everyone. Click HERE for details of forthcoming events that are well worth a visit!

About St Mawes

Within St Mawes and its immediate vicinity, there are many landmarks that should be visited by one and all. These include St Mawes Castle (circa. Henry VIII), the beautiful Lamorran Gardens and the parish church at St Just in Roseland. The most delightful way to reach this beautiful church is to stroll around the head of the peninsula, along the coastal path. You could go by car but then you would miss all the best...

Cornwall is perhaps best known for its dramatic and beautiful coastline, sandy beaches, delicious seafood and 'chilled out' lifestyle. However, it is also the land of legends (the Lost Land of Lyonesse and the reputed birthplace of King Arthur) and its strong Celtic heritage is alive and well. It enjoys one of the mildest climates in the UK, thanks to the Gulf Stream bringing warm air from the Caribbean,north east towards Europe.