During the English Civil War, St Mawes was held by Royalist supporters of King Charles I, but surrendered to a Parliamentary army in 1646 in the final phase of the conflict. The castle …

St Mawes Castle and its sister fortress Pendennis Castle were built by Henry VIII to guard the important anchorage of Carrick Roads. You’ll get wonderful views of the sea and passing …

One of the finest of Henry VIII's coastal defences, built around 1540 to defend Carrick Roads and the Fal estuary from attack by Spain and France. St Mawes Castle was built to a clover leaf …

Sep 28, 2025 · Beautifully positioned to overlook that estuary, the castle is amongst the best-preserved of the sixteenth century clover-leaf fortresses of Henry VIII (technically a 'device …

Perched on the tranquil shores of the Roseland Peninsula, St Mawes Castle is located within St Mawes itself and stands as one of Cornwall’s best-preserved coastal fortresses.

St Mawes Castle is Henry VIII’s best-preserved artillery fort, representing the pinnacle of Tudor military architecture. Its complete survival and innovative design make it unique among British …

St Mawes Castle is an artillery fort constructed by Henry VIII near Falmouth, Cornwall, between 1540 and 1542. It formed part of the King's Device programme to protect against invasion from …

Today, visitors can explore the castle’s bastions, gun decks, and scenic gardens, all set against sweeping views of the Fal Estuary. The journey to St Mawes—whether by car or via the scenic …

Overlooking the mouth of the Fal River, this castle has some of the best views in all of Cornwall. This picturesquely located castle is among the best-preserved of Henry VIII's coastal artillery …

Tickets are free for members. You can still book online if you’d like – just remember to bring your English Heritage membership card. You can join as a member online or during your visit. We …