Falmouth

Falmouth


Located at the entrance of Carrick Roads, a great inlet and natural deep water harbour denting Britain’s South West coast, Falmouth is superbly located for round Britain, European or repositioning cruises; and is the Duchy of Cornwall’s, Britain’s premier holiday region, leading South coast resort.

At the entrance to Carrick Roads, the twin castles of Pendennis and St Mawes can be seen by passengers where they have stood guard since the 16th century. The Port can accommodate ships alongside, or they can anchor in the sheltered waters of the Bay. Dedicated passenger landing facilities are available, as well as a full range of marine services. Ships berth only a 10 minute walk away from the town or passengers can opt to take the complimentary transfer coach. Beyond the town, the choice of shore excursions are plentiful, from glorious sub tropical gardens, to grand historical estates, ancient and magical castles, to the natural wonders of Cornwall’s landscape and coastline.



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Falmouth's Able Ambassadors

In Falmouth, the love of a place has manifested itself in a warm welcome for cruise ship passengers. Each ship that arrives here on the south coast of Cornwall (in the far west of the United Kingdom) is greeted by the so-called Falmouth Ambassadors.  … Read more

Falmouth passenger numbers up 37% in 2012

Falmouth is expecting 25,705 passengers this year, up 37% or 7,000 on 2011. Calls will number 35 compared to 27 last year. Nine are at anchorage and the balance at the wharf.

International visitors have increased, according to Mike Reynolds port operations, who says that 12,000 will be coming from the USA and 6,000 from Germany.

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Falmouth charts it 20-year history with Cruise Europe

In 1991 when Cruise Europe began, Falmouth received six calls with 665 passengers. Twenty years later the numbers have risen to 27 and 17,872 respectively.

The UK port’s best year to date was in 2006 when the port received 32 transit calls carrying 25,325 passengers and 28 turnarounds with 24,731 passengers.

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Maasdam calls Falmouth, the largest ship to come alongside

On August 12, Holland America Line’s 55,575gt Maasdam came alongside Falmouth, UK. She is the largest ship to have called the port so far.Read more

Lat: 50°10'12" N

Lon: 5°57'60" W

Port Contact

Mike Reynolds
A&P Falmouth Ltd, The Docks, Falmouth
TR11 4NR , United Kingdom

Phone:+44 (0)1326 214860
E-Mail:mike.reynolds@ap-group.co.uk
Web:http://www.ap-group.co.uk


Nautical Data

Max. Draught (m):8.2
Max. Air draught (m):no restrictions
Anchorage Available:yes
Anchorage Compulsory:no
Pilotage Compulsory:yes
Tugs Available:yes
Tidal Movement/Range:5.4 (m)
Ship Stay Minimum (hrs):no limit
Ship Stay Maximum (hrs):no limit
Ship Stay Preferred (hrs):no limit
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Attraction & Excursions

The Eden Project

One of Cornwall’s most iconic landmarks, Eden’s massive Biomes act as giant greenhouse’s, each with its own ecosystem, and home to over a million plants from around the world.

Glendurgan Garden and Trebah Gardens

Two Neighbouring gardens situated within the 3 valleys of Mawnen Smith on the edge of Falmouth. - Trebah with a 25 ache sub tropical garden.- Glendurgan located by the beautiful Hamlet of Durgan.

St Michaels Mount

Situated atop its own island is a unique 12th century castle. St Michaels Mount is only accessible by walking the legendary cobbled causeway at low tide or by boat at high tide.

Land's End and The Lizard Peninsula

Walking the South West coastal path visitors can experience the natural wanders of Cornwall’s coastal 200 foot high granite cliffs and its diverse range of unique flora and fauna.