Falmouth

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image by Matt Jessop - supplied by Visit Cornwall 

 

Falmouth is Cornwall’s leading South West Coast Resort and home to the County’s Maritime Heritage. Here you will find sandy golden beaches, spectacular scenery, specialist shops from local art to antiques and exceptional sailing in Carrick Roads and the Fal Estuary.

Henry VIII built Pendennis Castle to defend the Carrick Roads in 1540, which, together with St Mawes Castle on the east side meant that the estuary entrance was well guarded. Sir John Killigrew created the town of Falmouth shortly after 1613, which received a charter from Charles II in 1661. A new church was consecrated in 1665 and there was soon a cluster of a few hundred homes around the Church of “King Charles the Martyr”.

In 1688, Falmouth was made the Royal Mail packet station. In 1805, the news of Britain's victory (and Admiral Nelson's death) at Trafalgar was landed here at the steps of Fishstrand Quay from the schooner, H.M.S. Pickle and taken to London by stagecoach.

The development of Falmouth Docks began in 1858 with the first ship entering in 1861. The railway reached the town soon after, in 1863. This brought prosperity and also tourism to the town. Perhaps surprisingly, Falmouth boasts three railway stations; Falmouth Docks, Falmouth Town and Penmere.

Upcoming Events

Fal Beer Fest - Friday 25 September 2026 to Sunday 27 September 2026

Here we go now…
Less than 100 days until we pack out Princess Pavilion with the best craft beer land and sea has to offer—and best believe we’ve called in the big guns for this one.
100+ taps pouring everything from lip-smacking sours and juice-bomb hazy pales, to resinous hop monsters, crisp clean lagers, decadent stouts, and a few beautifully weird wildcards thrown in for good measure. 
Expect heavy hitters, cult favourites, and a few you’ve not even heard of yet… ✨
Best Beer votes are now open… who do you want to see pouring at the festival?🍻
🎟️ https://www.seetickets.com/.../princess-pavilion/3637740
25–27th September


 

Falmouth Oyster Fest - Thursday 08 October 2026 to Sunday 11 October 2026

Falmouth Oyster Festival, one of Cornwall’s best-loved specialist food events, is returning to Events Square in Falmouth from Thursday 8th to Sunday 11th October 2026. The festival celebrates the native Fal oyster and marks the start of the oyster dredging season, with tickets for the evening headline music sessions on sale now.

Falmouth is one of the only places in the world where native oysters are still harvested by sail and oar. Generations of local oystermen have preserved this time-honoured practice, passing down the skills required to work the tides and winds of the Fal. The method is low-impact, sustainable and environmentally friendly, helping to protect the delicate ecology of the riverbed and the oyster stocks that depend on it.

The festival is free to attend and will once again take place on Events Square in Falmouth. Across the four days, visitors can enjoy free live music, chef demonstrations, talks, market stalls, children’s arts and crafts activities, and the ever-popular Oyster Shucking Competition and Working Boat Race.

In the evenings, ticketed live music sessions bring a further dimension to the celebrations, while the festival draws to a close on Sunday afternoon with the free closing ceremony, featuring the Oggymen.

Kicking off the evening entertainment, Cornwall’s own Falmouth Soul Sensation return for a free-to-attend party on Thursday night. Friday welcomes Mad Dog McRea and their infectious blend of folk rock, gypsy jazz and bluegrass, fresh off the release of a new album. And Saturday sees blues harmonica virtuoso Giles Robson take to the stage with support from Soul/Roots musician Dave Keller. The festival closes in traditional style on Sunday afternoon with the free Closing Ceremony from Falmouth favourites The Oggymen. Tickets for Friday and Saturday are now on sale here.


 

Makers Cornwall Christmas Fair - Friday 06 November 2026 to Sunday 08 November 2026

Location

Penryn Campus Sports Hall, Penryn TR10 9FE

Dates & Times

Fri 6th November, 2026 — Sun 8th November, 2026
Friday 6pm - 9pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 3pm

About this event

The best Christmas Fair in Cornwall - but don't take our word for it, come and see for yourselves!
Come and celebrate the 10th anniversary of Makers Cornwall Christmas Fair!

Over the weekend of 6th – 8th November we’re back in the Sports Hall at Penryn University Campus, with 75 amazing makers and creatives to fulfil your Christmas Shopping list and more!

Friday 6th November – 6pm-9pm, Cocktails and Music
Saturday 7th November – 10am-4pm, Main Shopping day
Sunday 8th November – 10am-3pm, A little more chilled shopping day

We have street food and a cafe all within the confines of the event so you can stay all day! Shop local and support Cornwall small businesses.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Contact

https://www.makerscornwall.co.uk/christmas-fair/

Accessibility

Fully accessible with wheelchair access and disabled parking.

Facilities

The venue has on site parking
The venue has toilet facilities
The venue is accessible to people with mobility difficulties
The venue is family friendly