Positioned on the coast of Cornwall, just south of Penryn at the mouth of the River Fal (as the name suggests), Falmouth has always had a strong connection to the sea. It’s a popular tourist destination for people throughout the UK who come to Swanpool Beach to bask in the quiet ease of this seaside town, enjoy the many beer gardens, or reimagine themselves at the centre of a rural period piece inside Pendennis Castle - we’re looking at you Poldark junkies. It also happens to have the deepest natural harbour in Europe, a rich maritime history, and a strong literary culture. With an idyllic countryside and rich history, it’s hardly shocking that this charming area of South Cornwall influenced Kenneth Grahame’s The Wind in the Willows storybook.
Today, Falmouth is best known for its rich and eco-conscious oyster farming heritage and its annual oyster festival. To this day, oyster aquaculture here relies on sail power and hand-pulled dredges instead of engines, earning Falmouth a reputation as one of Europe’s most environmentally friendly traditional harvest towns. It’s no surprise then, that there are plenty of great restaurants in Falmouth, all taking advantage of fresh local seafood and the very best Cornish Produce.