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

Why not try: Kayak tours of our Falmouth coastline
Activities

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......

Summer Tipple: The Kernow Sour
Recipes

Summer Tipple: The Kernow Sour

Why the Kernow Sour is a winner Josie, a member of our bar crew, said: “Bubbly and breezy with a slight dry tang, this is a lip-smackingly good combo of Cornish ingredients. Tarquin’s Gin is created in tiny batches and is Cornwall’s first gin for over a century. On its own it brings fragrances of violets and fresh orange zest, but when combined with the robustness and crispness ...

Afternoon teas by the sea
Food

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:...

A Day Trip Around The Helford
Local Area

A Day Trip Around The Helford

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...