Much as we love the new BBC Poldark series we also adore the original novels and the amazing places that inspired them. We have found the top real Cornish places that inspired Winston Graham to write the famous books. Without which we wouldn’t have Aidan Turner on our screens on a Sunday night. Unthinkable....
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
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...
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......
Our guide to Falmouth’s family friendly beaches
Gyllyngvase beach great for watersports, swimming and sand castles...
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
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:...