Falmouth, Harbor town in Cornwall, England
The town extends along both sides of the Fal estuary, with deep natural harbors that accommodate large vessels and maritime activities.
The establishment of Pendennis Castle in 1540 by Henry VIII marked the beginning of Falmouth's development as a significant coastal defense point.
The Princess Pavilion functions as a central entertainment venue, presenting theatrical performances and musical events throughout the calendar year.
The network of independent stores and maritime businesses in the town center provides services ranging from boat supplies to daily necessities.
The Falmouth Packet Service operated from this port between 1689 and 1851, carrying mail across the British Empire through its fleet of fast ships.
Location: Cornwall
Website: http://falmouth.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 50.15000,-5.06667
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:11
Pendennis Castle
1.4 km
National Maritime Museum Cornwall
389 m
Arwenack
223 m
Church of King Charles the Martyr, Falmouth
349 m
Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society
429 m
Falmouth Art Gallery
767 m
All Saints' Church, Falmouth
722 m
Seven Stars, Falmouth
731 m
St Michael and All Angels Church, Penwerris
1.6 km
Merchants Manor Hotel
608 m
Falmouth Municipal Buildings
758 m
Gyllyngvase Beach
660 m
The Killigrew Monument
255 m
The Penmore Manor Hotel
1.6 km
Phoenix Cinema
709 m
Church of Saint Budock
2.4 km
Church of St Mary Immaculate, Gate Piers And Statue Of The Mother And Child
689 m
Kings Head Hotel
373 m
19, Church Street
461 m
38, Church Street
415 m
52, Church Street
502 m
40-41, Church Street
432 m
47 and 48, Church Street
465 m
The Observatory
289 m
The Quayside Inn
280 m
Falmouth Hotel Mariners
676 m
Falmouth Library
758 m
Nankersey Hotel
1.7 kmReviews
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