St Mawes Castle Cornwall

St. Mawes Castle    

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(699) · Castle in Truro, United Kingdom
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This round stone artillery fortress was built for Henry the Eighth in 1542, using a cloverleaf plan with a four-storied round tower. Take the free audio tour to …

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Sep 24, 2024
We visited here on quite a wet day but had a great time. It’s a lovely castle with lots of write up explanations and one room has a recording. The views are amazing and the staff were very helpful an… Full review by 248leahr
Sep 19, 2024
St Mawes castle is located at the end on a peninsula reached by twisting and at times narrow rural roads. There is a small car park located near to the entrance to the castle. The car park is free to… Full review by Keith J
Sep 19, 2024
Approaching St Mawes from the ferry this castle looks quite small as though it would take just a short time to visit. E had a great guided tour which lasted an hour and could have been longer because… Full review by Reviewer315
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Facts

Owner:English Heritage
Construction completed:1540–42
Type:Device Fort

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How much is the car park charge for non members? And do we need to pre-book to park there? Thank you.
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Hello. You do not need to pre book to park there just to see the castle and I didn’t see any signs that you need to pay if you are a non member so I think it’s free
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Answer by Naomi H · Jul 11, 2021
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We're looking at visiting here at the end of the month. Is this an ideal day out or is it only a few hours and your done.
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You could spend an hour at St Mawes castle and see most of it. Pendennis castle is larger and would take longer but I think you could easily spend a day meandering around St Mawes …
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You could spend an hour at St Mawes castle and see most of it. Pendennis castle is larger and would take longer but I think you could easily spend a day meandering around St Mawes and walking to St Just in Roseland if the weather is good. If the weather isn't so good you might be stuck for things to see and do.
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is it dog friendly
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We don't have a dog, but we saw lots of people in the village with their dogs on a lead.
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