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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Mar 4, 2025
Having been to St Mawes is twin castle Pendennis many years ago the opportunity to visit was not to be missed. Both built by Henry IIIV to protect the Fal estuary. Firstly a big thank you must go to…Full review by Karrst
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
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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