The St Michaels Blog

Our blog is the place where we get to rave about all the great things our guests can see and do in Falmouth and across Cornwall.

The best beaches. Dog-friendly walks near the hotel. Our guide to bars and eateries. Attractions you can't miss. Our guide to the best events, festivals and live music taking place across Cornwall. Plus much, much more...

Recent Posts

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What is Blue Health? (And Why Cornwall Has It in Abundance)

There is something that happens when you’re near the sea. Your shoulders drop. Your breathing slows. The noise in your head quietens. It is not just the scenery. It is blue health at work, and Cornwall has it in abundance. At St Michaels Resort in Falmouth, that feeling is not something you stumble upon by chance. It is something we have built our entire philosophy around....

Why Falmouth Food Festival Is the Perfect Excuse for a Coastal Escape
Falmouth

Why Falmouth Food Festival Is the Perfect Excuse for a Coastal Escape

Looking for your next foodie escape to the Cornish coast? The Falmouth Food Festival brings 4 days of vibrant flavours, waterfront atmosphere and laid back coastal charm to the heart of Falmouth. From artisan street food and fresh Cornish seafood to live music drifting through the harbour, the festival showcases the very best of Cornwall’s food culture. Paired with a restorative stay at St ...

7 Things to do in Falmouth in 7 Days
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7 Things to do in Falmouth in 7 Days

Planning a trip to Cornwall and wondering what to do in Falmouth? For 25 years, St Michaels has been a big part of Falmouth's coastal life - a place to slow down, reset, and feel good again. Rooted in the local community, we've pulled together the perfect guide to discover a more considered way to experience Falmouth, where each day balances exploration, wellbeing and restoration...

Sit Down With Worldwide Best-Selling Author Sir Alexander McCall Smith
Falmouth

Sit Down With Worldwide Best-Selling Author Sir Alexander McCall Smith

Discover the insights and creative process of worldwide best-selling author Alexander McCall Smith. In this exclusive interview, he shares his recollections on storytelling, creativity, and Cornwall. Whether you’re an aspiring writer or a devoted reader, you’ll gain expert insights from worldwide best-selling author Alexander McCall Smith...

A Conversation with Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall
Falmouth

A Conversation with Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall

In the lead-up to the Falmouth Book Festival, we caught up with one of Britain’s best-loved food writers and broadcasters, Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, to discuss his love for Cornwall, his ties to Falmouth, and his passion for good food. Renowned for championing sustainability and celebrating coastal life, he reflected on Cornish flavours and how the county continues to inspire his cooking ...