Pendennis Castle

Image courtesy of English Heritage

Pendennis Headland
Falmouth
Cornwall
TR11 4LP


Discover Cornwall's greatest fortress, journey through 450 years of history from Tudor times to World War II and discover the wartime secrets of Pendennis Castle. Go back in time, explore the hands-on Discovery Centre, see a Tudor gun deck in action and experience the sights and sounds of battle. Find out what it was like to be a garrison soldier at the turn of the last century.

In the World-War-II Observation Post you'll feel the tension as the alert sounds, warning of an enemy attack. Then descend through secret underground tunnels to the big guns of Half Moon battery and take a guided tour of the underground magazines. Visitors can watch the Noonday Gun firing daily throughout July and August.

With its magnificent views of Falmouth and the estuary, Pendennis Castle is a fascinating day out for all the family whatever the weather.

General Information:

  • Free car parking
  • Dogs on lead in grounds only
  • Guidebook
  • Toilets, including disabled and baby changing
  • Picnic spot
  • Activity sheet for children
  • Guided tours
  • Tearoom, (Apr-Oct)
  • Limited disabled access
  • Shop

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    Opening Times
    (2008 times)
    21st March to 30th June: Daily 10.00am - 5.00pm (closes 4.00pm Saturday).

    1st July to 31st August: Daily 10.00am - 6.00pm (closes 4.00pm Saturday).

    1st to 30th September: Daily 10.00am - 5.00pm (closes 4.00pm Saturday).

    1st to 31st October: Daily 10.00am - 4.00pm.

    1st November to 31st March 2009: Daily 10.00am - 4.00pm.
    Certain buildings by guided tour only. Please telephone for details.

    The Keep will close for 1 hour at lunch on Saturdays if an event is booked - please telephone to check.

    Closed 24th - 26th December and 1st January.

    Admission Charges
    (2008 prices)
    Adult £5.50; Concession £4.40; Child 5-15yrs £2.80; Child under 5yrs Free; Family (2+3) £13.80.

    English Heritage Members Free.
    Group discounts available.

    Directions
    Car: On Pendennis headland, 1 mile SE of Falmouth town centre.
    Land train: Service from town centre in summer only.
    Train: Falmouth Docks Station ½ mile.
    Located on the south-west coast path.
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