St Mawes Castle


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St Mawes
Cornwall
TR2 5DE

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St Mawes is set in lovely grounds within a breathtaking location. It is the most picturesque of Henry VIII's costal fortresses, and the best preseved. Facing Pendennis across the glittering bay of the Fal estuary, the castle commands magnificent views which you can best appreciate from its mighty battlements.

During its 450 years the castle has had mixed fortunes. You can see evidence of these as you explore its wonderful architecture and enjoy the free audio tour that brings this turbulent history to life.

General Information:

  • Free car parking (coach park 600m)
  • Dogs on leads in grounds only
  • Refurbished shop with many additional stock lines
  • Audio guide included in admission price
  • Toilets and baby changing
  • Picnic spot
  • Difficult access for those with restricted mobility
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    Opening Times
    (2011 times)
    Property may close at 4pm on Fridays and Sundays and for 1 hour during other days for private events.

    1st - 30th September:
    Sunday - Friday 10.00 - 17.00

    1st - 31st October:
    Sunday - Friday 10.00 - 16.00

    1st November - 23rd December:
    Saturday and Sunday 10.00 - 16.00

    24th - 30th December and 1st January:
    Closed

    31st Deember:
    Saturday 10.00 - 16.00

    2nd January - 31st March 2012:
    Saturday and Sunday 10.00 - 16.00

    Admission Charges
    (2011 prices)
    Adult £4.30.
    Concession £3.90.
    Child 5-15yrs £2.60. Child under 5yrs Free.
    U5s free

    English Heritage Members Free.

    Directions
    In St Mawes off A3078.
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    St Mawes Castle Postcode for SatNav: TR2 5DE

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    Pendennis Castle (3 Miles)*
    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.
    Penjerrick Garden (5 Miles)*
    Penjerrick is an uncommercialised 10-acre garden created by the 19th century Fox family.
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    Commanding stunning views across the bay and located just a short stroll from the sandy Blue Flag beach, the St Michael's Hotel + Spa is perfectly placed for a peaceful getaway in Falmouth.
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    The Falmouth Hotel overlooks the picturesque seafront and is set within 5 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens, making it an absolutely stunning location.
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    Puffins (3 Miles)*
    This beautiful studio for two, provides magnificent views from throughout the flat across the Fal Estuary, with its network of creeks and rivers and colourful boating activities.
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    Spinneywood is a contemporary holiday home where seaside hues combine with light-filled open spaces and panoramic coastal views. Occupying a stunning location, on the mouth of the Helford River, the beach and coastal paths are close by.
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