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 Falmouth has some of Cornwall’s most breathtaking coastline and beaches – taking a boat trip out into the harbour and the Carrick Roads or across to St Mawes is an unforgettable experience.Why not use Falmouth as a base for fantastic walking holidays.
Home to the third largest natural harbour in the world and is located on the south coast of Cornwall. Also known as the south west’s premier resort and home to Cornwall’s maritime heritage, Falmouth and the surrounding area offers a diverse selection of attractions and activities, including scenic walks, outstanding tropical gardens, water sports activities, cultural experiences and all with a dash of pirates and smugglers!
Using the Grove Hotel as a base you can explore Falmouth and mid and west Cornwall. If you choose to go by sea, there are plenty of pleasure boats and passenger ferries that glide elegantly through the waters to St Mawes, Flushing, the Smugglers Cottage at Tolverne, Truro and the Helford Passage. For those with slightly ‘firmer’ ideas in mind, you can catch the Falmouth road-train which meanders its way through Falmouth throughout the day linking the town, beaches and castle.
Beaches
Falmouth’s beaches are some of the best in Cornwall. Crystal clear water, soft sand and hidden coves are all on offer to make a trip to the beach here a highlight of your stay.
There are six beaches within easy reach of the Grove Hotel:
Castle Beach
Swimming
Parking,
Toilet facilities,
Café and shop.
Dogs not allowed from Easter to 1st October.
Narrow beach on Falmouth’s seafront. Sparkling rock pools await the young at heart!
Tunnel Beach
Swimming
Parking
Café and shop.
Dog Ban from Easter to 1st October
Adjacent to Cliff Road. Sheltered by a high sea wall and close to Castle Beach.
Gyllngvase Beach (Blue Flag Beach)
Swimming
Professional Lifeguards
Parking
Toilet facilities
Café and shop
Dogs not allowed from Easter to 1st October
Falmouth’s main beach. Runs the length of Cliff Road and perfect for families to swim, sunbathe and have fun with water sports. Soft crescent shaped sandy beach – a true sun worshippers paradise.
Swanpool
Swimming
Parking
Toilet facilities
Café and shop.
Dogs not allowed from Easter to 1st October
Just a short walk along from Gyllngvase you’ll discover Swanpool Beach with crystal clear water, a children’s play area and many water based activities. The Swanpool Nature Reserve is opposite offering the opportunity to discover local wildlife and peace and tranquillity.
Maenporth Beach
Swimming
Volunteer Lifeguards
Parkinhg
Toilet Facilities
Café and Shop
Dog ban from Easter to 1st October
Two miles from Falmouth lies the white sandy beach of Maenporth. Ideal for families to swim and sunbathe with views across to Falmouth, Pendennis Castle and St Anthony Lighthouse on the Roseland Peninsula
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