Inside St Mawes Castle

St. Mawes Castle    

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(699) · Castle in Truro, United Kingdom
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This round stone artillery fortress was built for Henry the Eighth in 1542, using a cloverleaf plan with a four-storied round tower. Take the free audio tour to …

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Sep 24, 2024
We visited here on quite a wet day but had a great time. It’s a lovely castle with lots of write up explanations and one room has a recording. The views are amazing and the staff were very helpful an…Full review by 248leahr
Sep 19, 2024
St Mawes castle is located at the end on a peninsula reached by twisting and at times narrow rural roads. There is a small car park located near to the entrance to the castle. The car park is free to…Full review by Keith J
Sep 19, 2024
Approaching St Mawes from the ferry this castle looks quite small as though it would take just a short time to visit. E had a great guided tour which lasted an hour and could have been longer because…Full review by Reviewer315
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Construction completed:1540–42

Questions & answers

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How much is the car park charge for non members? And do we need to pre-book to park there? Thank you.
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Hello. You do not need to pre book to park there just to see the castle and I didn’t see any signs that you need to pay if you are a non member so I think it’s free
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Answer by Naomi H · Jul 11, 2021
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We're looking at visiting here at the end of the month. Is this an ideal day out or is it only a few hours and your done.
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I would recommend no more than two hours maximum.
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is it dog friendly
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Yes, dogs are permitted, but they must be kept on a lead and any poop must be picked up and disposed off.
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