Author: Carol Ballett

Take a trip into Cornwall’s past and visit a hidden and unexpected anomaly in time. Less than an hour’s drive west from Falmouth you will find a private estate on…

Our one and only visit to Tate St Ives was a disappointment. Admittedly it was a few years ago, but I don’t think a lot has changed. I had assumed…

We have discovered a new favourite walk, which starts at the half way point on the South West coastal path in Porthallow. An easy drive from The Captain’s House to…

In the unusual lockdown world in which we live, are you reading more novels and revisiting old favourites, like I am? One of my oldy favourites is ‘Frenchman’s Creek’ by…

There is always lots to do in Falmouth! It’s a town with excellent shopping, restaurants, cafes, bars, easy access to beaches and coastal walks, interesting boat trips, and wonderful gardens.…

The Helford estuary is one of the most beautiful waterways in the UK and you see it in its full glory from the water. You can hire a small motor…

We are in Falmouth again for the Oyster Festival.  Today, we were lucky enough to be able to join Jo and Brendan on Agnes, a 48 foot pilot cutter operated…

Activities, events and fun are in abundance throughout the year in Falmouth. Here is our personal selection of the top ten.  National Maritime Museum – Titanic Exhibition (until January 2020) Stories…

We had a wonderful Christmas in Falmouth this year. The weather was lovely which meant some great walks and our favourite ferry trip across the harbour to St Mawes. The…