Falmouth has a deserved reputation as a popular seaside resort and international boating centre. Self catering holidays in Falmouth benefit from a superb setting, with four stunning beaches including the Blue Flag beach of Gyllyngvase and a bustling waterfront marina.
It has flourished as a port for over 400 years and today is a charming town with many attractions including the National Maritime Museum and Pendennis Castle. From your cottage in Falmouth you will find a wide variety of shops, from specialist outlets to well-known high street names and art galleries. Falmouth has earned its place on the culinary map, from elegant fine dining to relaxed beach cafés and riverside pubs, many serving locally caught fish and seafood.
Holidays in Falmouth enjoy the ideal holiday base to explore the area from, with many opportunities for ‘car free’ days out, enjoying transport links from Falmouth by bus, rail and water. Visitors can take pleasure boat cruises around the Fal estuary or up the beautiful Helford River. Many people visiting Falmouth go for the gardens, with four major gardens in Falmouth and a further three close by.
Ideal for short breaks out of season, Falmouth is the perfect location to enjoy a Cornish cottage holiday. The town has a rich tradition of hosting a year-round programme of events, from sailing regattas to live music and an abundance of food and drink festivals. The pure volume of things to do in and around Falmouth means that you are promised an eventful stay, whatever time of the year.
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Polperro holds an annual 9 day festival with a craft fayre, live music, comedy nights and a procession. The festival is completely free to attend so make sure you visit to experience Polperro at its best.
15-23 June 2013
The Fal River Autumn Walking Festival has over 100 inspiring walks for all ages and abilities and aims to get people exploring the River Fal and enjoy the brilliant Autumnal colour in the area.
18 October - 3 November 2013
Always a popular event, the Beer Festival takes places annually at the Princess Pavillions. Admission includes a commemorative festival glass and offers over 250 cask ales, 100 ciders and perries, fruit wines and bottled beers.
26-27 October 2013
Celebrate the start of the Oyster season at Falmouth's Events Square. Get involved with food demonstrations, browse local craft stalls and taste some spectacular seafood!
10-13 October 2013
The Falmouth Sea Shanty was founded and is organised by Falmouth Shout. Sea Shanty events aim to preserve and promote the maritime heritage of Falmouth and Cornwall as a whole and are thoroughly enjoyable.
14-16 June 2013
A ten day festival celebrating life on River Fal. The not-for-profit event encorporates music and drama, arts and heritage, gig racing, swimming and lots more.
24 May to 2 June
Celebrating the life and works of this renowned author, the Du Maurier community festival in Fowey has grown into a popular annual event.
8-18 May 2013
This quiet, secluded corner of Cornwall holds the annual Porthallow Beach Regatta, a popular event where can enjoy a drink (or two) at the Five Pilchards Inn.
August 2013
Henri Lloyd Falmouth Week is one of the largest sailing regatta's in the south west with more than 300 yachts racing over eight days.There is also a full events line-up which includes entertainment in Falmouth's Events Square and offsite activities such as outdoor film screenings and Red Arrow displays.
9-18 August
