Fal River Ferries

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Couples and romance

Dog friendly days

Family days

Outdoor adventures

Rainy days

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Fal River Visitor Information Centre, Prince of Wales Pier, 11 Market Strand, Falmouth, Cornwall, England, TR11 3DF

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About Fal River Ferries

What you'll do

  • Enjoy a beautiful boat trip between Falmouth - St Mawes aboard the St Mawes Ferry
  • Cruise along the Fal River through an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty aboard Enterprise Boats
  • Spot the historic Tudor Castles in Falmouth and St Mawes aboard the St Mawes Ferry
  • Explore National Trust Trelissick Garden with our summer service from Falmouth aboard Enterprise Boats
  • Set sail from Truro (Malpas) and enjoy a day out in the maritime town of Falmouth
  • Hop aboard on a rainy day and enjoy the boat trip from the comfort of our saloons

Amenities

Dog friendly

Toilets

Near train station

Outdoor spaces

Beaches

Plan your trip to Fal River Ferries

Set sail on Cornwall's most beautiful estuary. Book your Fal River ferry crossing today

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Frequently asked questions

Where do you depart from?

Ferries operate from various points around the Fal River. Popular points to start your day out on the water are Falmouth, St Mawes, Trelissick and Malpas.

What times do the ferries run?

The St Mawes Ferry runs all year round 7 days a week. Sailings start from 08:30 in the morning and finish at approximately 16:45 (winter) and 17:45 (summer). Enterprise Boats run between April - October and sail three times a day between Falmouth - Trelissick - Malpas. See our website for the latest timetable.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes, dogs are more than welcome on all of our ferry services.

Will I get sea sick?

Absolutely not! All of our boats are very good sea keeping boats and the trips operate in quite sheltered waters.

Can I bring a picnic?

Yes - guests are more than welcome to bring a picnic onboard with them.