Steeped in history, this magical part of Cornwall will transport you to a carefree world. The river has long been an important marine highway serving local mines, farms and quarries as well as the local fishing industry. There's nothing quite like travelling through its seven secret creeks - with its most famous being Frenchman's Creek after featuring in Daphne du Maurier's romantic novel...
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Afternoon teas by the sea
Fresh from Cornwall's larder, our summer afternoon tea menu is served between 2.30pm and 5.30pm and features ingredients from these local businesses:...
Our guide to Falmouth’s family friendly beaches
Gyllyngvase beach great for watersports, swimming and sand castles...
Why not try: Kayak tours of our Falmouth coastline
St Michaels Hotel is brilliantly located for exploring Falmouth’s four world-class beaches, which are all excellent for families because of their access and facilities, and for watersports such as surfing, windsurfing, sailing, snorkeling and diving. Why not try......
Four glorious beaches within walking distance
These four great beaches are all within walking distance of the hotel. Gyllingvase Beach with its golden sands, cafe, lifeguards and crystal blue swimming waters is literally on the hotel's doorstep (only sixty-five short steps from our front door). A bit further along the road, you will find the quieter Castle beach with a small cafe and plenty of rock pools at low tide. Swanpool Beach...
A Day Trip Around The Roseland
OUR TOP ACTIVITIES WHILST ON THE ROSELAND The words 'Roseland' and 'unspoilt beauty' always seem to go hand-in-hand. And we can see why. Bordered by the Fal Estuary to the west and the Atlantic to the east, the Roseland Peninsula is a paradise for walkers, foodies, beach bums, history buffs and wild swimmers....