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

Our Guide to Maenporth Beach
Beaches

Our Guide to Maenporth Beach

Along a vibrant coast path, you will find the sandy cove of Maenporth Beach on the outskirts of Falmouth. Once a natural harbour, this shallow inlet gently slopes into the sea and is the perfect location for family fun at the beach. Sheltered by the surrounding cliffs, the water is favoured by swimmers, kayakers and paddle boarders alike, whilst the low tide rock pools are perfect for those children...

Our guide to Cornish rock pooling
Activities

Our guide to Cornish rock pooling

Lurid long tentacles, snapping crabs and transparent prawns. Discover a whole new bunch of creatures along the shoreline as you check out the fascinating marine life that inhabits Cornwall’s rock pools....