Falmouth Seafront Promenade
Falmouth Seafront Promenade
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RealityCheck2013
Bristol, UK900 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
Visited Falmouth recently since my last visit about 30 years ago and a lot has changed, now more modern with a selection of nice harbour side flats which you can rent, the new area is discovery quay which host the museum and a number of branded restaurants and take aways,
We walked from one end of the main high street which runs along the harbour where you can catch very boats for various trips.
Lots of shops and coffee venue make this a nice place to shop also, we walked all the way to Pendennis castle which took about 35 mins each way we did not go in the cast,e as we had not pre booked.
A couple of beaches are also at Falmouth and a number of warships and various other vessels make this a nice family area with lots to see and do.
I was surprised how much the town had developed from the days when it was a small working port
Well worth a visit or even a weekend visit , for me the best place in Cornwall as it has a bit of everything.
We walked from one end of the main high street which runs along the harbour where you can catch very boats for various trips.
Lots of shops and coffee venue make this a nice place to shop also, we walked all the way to Pendennis castle which took about 35 mins each way we did not go in the cast,e as we had not pre booked.
A couple of beaches are also at Falmouth and a number of warships and various other vessels make this a nice family area with lots to see and do.
I was surprised how much the town had developed from the days when it was a small working port
Well worth a visit or even a weekend visit , for me the best place in Cornwall as it has a bit of everything.
Written 7 August 2020
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AndyP1998
Wakefield, UK1,100 contributions
Sept 2020 • Couples
Contrary to my impression this is not
one straight walk. You intermingle between the harbour and the shops. We parked at the Well Lane CP which was close to the shops but the harbour CP was cheaper, albeit remembering parking
places start to fill up fast after say 11. Found the harbour very tranquil. Fascinated how its the 3rd largest natural harbour in the world
one straight walk. You intermingle between the harbour and the shops. We parked at the Well Lane CP which was close to the shops but the harbour CP was cheaper, albeit remembering parking
places start to fill up fast after say 11. Found the harbour very tranquil. Fascinated how its the 3rd largest natural harbour in the world
Written 16 September 2020
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Cat
St Ives, UK691 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
Tall Ships 16th August 2023.
Arrived at 13.15pm and joined a relatively small queue that was flowing quickly, though security and tickets checked for our 2pm arrival, they opened early at 13.30pm.
Joined another slightly longer queue for the first of the two main big ships.
Toured around and plenty of room to take photos.
Once I'd got off the Polish ship, I then went to the back of a second queue for the Mexican ship, which was absolutely stunning with a really friendly crew.
After exploring the Tall Ships, I then went around various stalls of food, drinks, crafts, and awareness for different charities and armed forces.
Next time, please have more seating in with the food stalls.
Arrived at 13.15pm and joined a relatively small queue that was flowing quickly, though security and tickets checked for our 2pm arrival, they opened early at 13.30pm.
Joined another slightly longer queue for the first of the two main big ships.
Toured around and plenty of room to take photos.
Once I'd got off the Polish ship, I then went to the back of a second queue for the Mexican ship, which was absolutely stunning with a really friendly crew.
After exploring the Tall Ships, I then went around various stalls of food, drinks, crafts, and awareness for different charities and armed forces.
Next time, please have more seating in with the food stalls.
Written 16 August 2023
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flora003
oxford248 contributions
July 2020
Loved meandering around a could see the cruise ship "The World" which is berthed during the lockdown. There are a few dining options including big names mainly fish and chips, pizzas, and burgers and sandwiches. Could do with more general seating as most available attached to the cafes/restaurants.
Written 25 July 2020
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John
Cornwall, UK588 contributions
Aug 2023
Bit of a disappointment due to the weather so the sail out was cancelled, it bucketed down on Friday.
I thought there would have been more tall ships, seem to recall from seeing them in Weymouth and Liverpool years ago that there were many more.
Typical Falmouth not enough parking and its expensive,
Would have gone to see them in the docks but the local news reported there was disorganised queues miles long to get in.
I thought there would have been more tall ships, seem to recall from seeing them in Weymouth and Liverpool years ago that there were many more.
Typical Falmouth not enough parking and its expensive,
Would have gone to see them in the docks but the local news reported there was disorganised queues miles long to get in.
Written 18 August 2023
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mathews687
Formby, UK157 contributions
July 2020 • Couples
Spent half a day in Falmouth whilst staying in st Ives lovely views of the coast line from the Marnia with all the boats plenty of places to sit and good parking at the Marnia Had a walk through the shopping centre which seemed to have the same shops as everywhere.Didnt have time to go in the maritime museum walked down to part of the promenade which seemed very quiet it was about 10 minutes from the town centre . There are boat trips to st Maws and trips along the helford River
Written 25 July 2020
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Geoff H
Sissinghurst, UK17,427 contributions
Jan 2022
Falmouth Seafront Promenade, in reality Cliff Road (where limited parking is allowed) stretches from Gyllyngvase Beach, in the west, to Castle Beach, in the east, where the road changes its name to castle Drive (leading to Pendennis Point). It is a very pleasant walk from the wide sandy stretch of Gyllngvase Beach to the narrower sand and rock pools of Castle Beach, on the way, passing the rocks of Tunnel Beach. Although the landward side of Cliff Road is mainly hotels, there is a break for the pleasant Gyllngdune Gardens and a slight novelty is that, at one point, the footpath passes under Cliff Road Chapel. As pleasant as the walk is during the day, when the sun is setting, the views from Cliff Road are wonderful.
Written 11 February 2022
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Chris D
New Westminster, Canada3,330 contributions
Aug 2022
We were here in the evening, and found a typical downtown (or "high street") of a tourist mecca - bars, restaurants, people, sea air. We were concerned that the large number of people would mean slow service, but not at all - friendly speedy service in both establishments we visited. Want to meet people? Come here!
Written 3 September 2022
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Bandit-One
Lucerne, Switzerland10,268 contributions
July 2022
Falmouth is a pretty town. It's pretty busy though - even on weekdays and the walking streets of Market St, Church St and Bar Rd can get packed. But being tourists ourselves we can't expect to be the only ones around.
There are lots of fun shops to explore along the streets. Some chain stores but also some independent shops. Fun second hand stores as well.
Countless Bars, Cafés and Restaurants as well of course. Even though most of these streets are closed to public traffic, it's still busy with cars and small trucks doing deliveries, loading and unloading. Watch out if you have kids or pets with.
We did have fun walking up and down the streets. And if you feel like a bit of more peace and quiet, head down on some side street to access the water. Surprisingly few people were there to enjoy the views.
There are lots of fun shops to explore along the streets. Some chain stores but also some independent shops. Fun second hand stores as well.
Countless Bars, Cafés and Restaurants as well of course. Even though most of these streets are closed to public traffic, it's still busy with cars and small trucks doing deliveries, loading and unloading. Watch out if you have kids or pets with.
We did have fun walking up and down the streets. And if you feel like a bit of more peace and quiet, head down on some side street to access the water. Surprisingly few people were there to enjoy the views.
Written 25 September 2022
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Ann H
York, UK2,538 contributions
Oct 2021
We woke to the only rainy day of our time in Cornwall but it did not deter us from walking to the promenade in this beautiful town. Lots of cafes, independent shops in the town centre coupled with lovely beaches a short walk away.. Hopefully the sun will shine next time
Written 19 November 2021
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Where is the nearest car park?
Written 9 September 2018
They are all sign posted and a few minutes walk away. Sorry but can’t remember names.
Written 10 September 2018
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Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom
Can you cancel this draft review
Written 10 June 2018
Are there any amusement arcades in Falmouth
Written 11 August 2016
Not as far as I know - I've been coming here for 15 years and would have found some by now! Falmouth doesn't seem to be that sort of place - in fact we have only found an amusement arcade in Penzance so far.
Written 15 August 2016
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