Falmouth Cornwall Map

About Falmouth

Falmouth’s maritime heart beats strongly, a testament to its deep natural harbour and its enduring connection to the sea. It lies 2.6 km south-east of Penryn (from Penryn: bearing 128°T, OS grid SW 805 326), and is situated south-south-west of Flushing village. Historically, Falmouth has been a vital port, its fortunes shaped by trade, naval activity, and the shipbuilding that once echoed through its docks, while today its economy thrives on tourism, marine science, and its lively arts scene, drawing sustenance from both the bounty of the ocean and the ingenuity of its people. The very air here seems to carry the tang of salt and the whisper of distant voyages, a constant reminder of its place on the edge of the world. Falmouth’s character is as bracing as its coastal winds, a place where the vibrant colours of fishing boats in the harbour are mirrored in the lively spirit of its residents. Pendennis Castle, a formidable sentinel against the sea, stands as a proud relic of England’s coastal defences, its stone walls worn smooth by centuries of Atlantic gales and the passage of time. The town also boasts the National Maritime Museum Cornwall, a hub of oceanic lore, and the Falmouth Art Gallery, showcasing local talent and international works, further solidifying its reputation as a cultural beacon by the sea, a place where history and creativity ebb and flow with the tide.

About This Falmouth Map Page

Explore Falmouth, Cornwall, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 50.153487, -5.074029. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.