WELCOME TO
ST MAWES
our lively harbour town
St Mawes is renowned as a haven for the keen sailing enthusiast, with its picturesque harbour and with access to some of the finest sailing waters in the South West it is a popular holiday destination both by road and water.
The village provides a good selection of shops and services. There are regular ferry services to Falmouth and Place.
Approaches to St Mawes
The first harbour of the Fal Estuary. The Harbour limit is denoted by the points of Carricknath to the South and St Mawes Castle to the North. On approach to St Mawes Harbour keep south of St Mawes South Cardinal Mark buoy marking Lugo Rock (0.6m).
Safety message
MAKE SURE YOU WEAR A LIFEJACKET – IT COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE!
Every year, around 200 people drown in the coastal waters around the UK and Ireland. These tragedies happen to people taking part in a wide range of water-based and waterside activities. Research has proven that wearing a lifejacket can increase your chances of...
Events for 2026
27th May – 1st June – Pilot Cutter Review
12th-14th June – Falmouth Classics Regatta
3rd – 5th July – Working Boat Championships
11th July – St Mawes Social Club Regatta
25th July – St Mawes Town Regatta
7th-16th August – Falmouth Week
Powers of Harbour Direction
Powers of Harbour Direction were granted to St Mawes Pier and Harbour Company in April 2018.
