The Plume of Feathers
20 September 2026
A traditional pub in the heart of the village with a real fire. Under new ownership, pay them a call and say hello. Limited parking is available nearby and additional spaces can be found in nearby car parks.
Things to do near St Mawes
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The Plume of Feathers
A traditional pub in the heart of the village with a real fire. Under new ownership, pay them a call and say hello. Limited parking is available nearby and additional spaces can be found in nearby car parks.
2
The Victory Inn
A quaint, traditional pub set in the heart of St Mawes and offering lunch and dinner seven days a week. Upstairs offers extra dining space with a balcony overlooking St Mawes bay. Dogs welcome.
3
The Boathouse
A traditional pub for over 300 years, enjoy stunning views over the Carrick Roads and Falmouth Harbour towards Flushing. Food is locally sourced and the menu changes seasonally accompanied by speciality ales and wines.
4
Porthbeor Beach
Nestling undisturbed on the Roseland peninsula, Porthbeor is pleasantly sheltered and dotted with unusual rock formations. Currently only accessible by boat due to landslip cutting off the access steps.
5
Loe Beach
Situated near Feock and running south west to Restronguet Point, Loe Beach is popular for watersports all year round and oyster boat watching during winter months.
6
The Punchbowl and Ladle
A traditional thatched Cornish pub with two bars and a dining area. The menu is created using local, seasonal produce with locally caught fish and meat from a local farm. Visit for lunch, dinner or a Cornish cream tea and bring Rex along as dogs are welcome.
7
The Hidden Hut
A beach cafe in the most rustic sense - a beachside shed with some outdoor seating. It is a National Trust-owned hut, but run by a local couple who provide 'Feast Nights' - now made famous by their appearance on ITV's 'Cornwall with Caroline Quentin'. You need to buy tickets, but the hut is generally open to everyone, except during the winter, so check times on their Web site.
8
The Standard Inn
Located just outside Portscatho, The Standard Inn has recently been refurbished and now offers great food in a fabulous setting. Menus are created using the freshest of local ingredients and served from an outside kitchen. Dogs are welcome.
9
Portscatho to Pendower Beach Walk
Park in Porthcurnick car park and follow the path through the gate and turn left downhill to meet the coastal path. With the sea on your righthand side follow the coastal path past the beaches of Porthcurnick, Pendower and Carne. The path is clearly marked but has stiles and access is limited for wheelchair users and pushchairs. When you reach Pendower you can take an alternative path inland and then onto a lane to return to Porthcurnick. The distance is approximately 4 miles and all areas are dog friendly.
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Newton Beach
A mixture of rocks, sand and shingle form this beach. There are fabulous views across the estuary, however due to the strong currents it is not advsiable to swim here.
Things to do near St Mawes
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The Victory Inn
14 September 2026
A quaint, traditional pub set in the heart of St Mawes and offering lunch and dinner seven days a week. Upstairs offers extra dining space with a balcony overlooking St Mawes bay. Dogs welcome.
The Boathouse
30 August 2026
A traditional pub for over 300 years, enjoy stunning views over the Carrick Roads and Falmouth Harbour towards Flushing. Food is locally sourced and the menu changes seasonally accompanied by speciality ales and wines.
Porthbeor Beach
24 August 2026
Nestling undisturbed on the Roseland peninsula, Porthbeor is pleasantly sheltered and dotted with unusual rock formations. Currently only accessible by boat due to landslip cutting off the access steps.
Loe Beach
3 August 2026
Situated near Feock and running south west to Restronguet Point, Loe Beach is popular for watersports all year round and oyster boat watching during winter months.
The Punchbowl and Ladle
3 August 2026
A traditional thatched Cornish pub with two bars and a dining area. The menu is created using local, seasonal produce with locally caught fish and meat from a local farm. Visit for lunch, dinner or a Cornish cream tea and bring Rex along as dogs are welcome.
The Hidden Hut
18 July 2026
A beach cafe in the most rustic sense - a beachside shed with some outdoor seating. It is a National Trust-owned hut, but run by a local couple who provide 'Feast Nights' - now made famous by their appearance on ITV's 'Cornwall with Caroline Quentin'. You need to buy tickets, but the hut is generally open to everyone, except during the winter, so check times on their Web site.
The Standard Inn
14 June 2026
Located just outside Portscatho, The Standard Inn has recently been refurbished and now offers great food in a fabulous setting. Menus are created using the freshest of local ingredients and served from an outside kitchen. Dogs are welcome.
Portscatho to Pendower Beach Walk
15 May 2026
Park in Porthcurnick car park and follow the path through the gate and turn left downhill to meet the coastal path. With the sea on your righthand side follow the coastal path past the beaches of Porthcurnick, Pendower and Carne. The path is clearly marked but has stiles and access is limited for wheelchair users and pushchairs. When you reach Pendower you can take an alternative path inland and then onto a lane to return to Porthcurnick. The distance is approximately 4 miles and all areas are dog friendly.
Newton Beach
15 May 2026
A mixture of rocks, sand and shingle form this beach. There are fabulous views across the estuary, however due to the strong currents it is not advsiable to swim here.