Walk - The Ship and Castle Hotel - St Anthony Head walk
5.1 miles (8.2 km)
Place ferry landing Place ferry landing
Moderate - Follows Coast Path and inland footpaths, with a certain amount of ascent and descent, though none of it is steep or protracted
At Carrick Roads the rivers Fal and Truro flow together out to sea, and it is one of Britain's best deep-water anchorages. Falmouth Harbour itself is one of the world's best natural harbours of its kind, and the spectacular views all the way around St Anthony Head have made it an area of tremendous strategic importance throughout history. Allow time to visit the some of the wartime remains on the headland.

Portscatho Holidays Ltd
Properties from converted stables to large luxury homes, including properties with sea views, Wi-Fi, parking, fires and wood burning stoves, many accepting pets.

Braganza B&B

Falmouth Lodge
Convenient, comfortable and friendly only 2 mins from the Coast Path and 5 mins from the town for supper and train station

Trevarn B&B
Comfortable B&B. Convenient to Coast Path and excellent village amenities. A warm welcome awaits.

National Maritime Museum Cornwall
Nestled by Falmouth’s deep-water harbour discover National Maritime Museum Cornwall. Across 15 galleries, explore the overwhelming influence of the sea on our history and culture.