Pendennis Castle
A couple looking out to sea
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Open daily, 10am-5pm (last entry at 4pm)

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Address
Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 4NQ
A view of Pendennis from the water

Full Circle Homecoming

Pendennis Castle will offer free entry on Thursday 11 June for the Full Circle Homecoming – a 2,000‑mile sailing expedition in partnership with the Invictus Games. From 11am, enjoy live music and local food, as veterans complete this remarkable voyage.

11am Castle opens
12pm Tall ships with a flotilla escort
1pm Music begins
1pm–2pm Hel DeVegas
2.30pm–3.30pm True Foxes
4pm–5pm Culdrose Military Wives Choir
5pm Castle closes. A private event will follow in the evening.

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The sights and sounds of Pendennis Castle

Get a bird’s‑eye view of Pendennis Castle before you plan your visit.

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Leave the car at home

If you come to the site by public transport (bus or train) or bicycle, you can get 20% off your entry.

Just show us your travel ticket (or bike/helmet) when you arrive. The offer is only available for tickets purchased at the site on the day of your visit.

The discount is in partnership with Good Journey. Click or tap the red button below to plan your journey with their trip planner.

Check out the full terms and conditions for the Good Journey discount. 

Plan your car-free travel to Pendennis Castle

A car-free Cornish adventure

Join Alice Keegan, founder of the Adventure Girls Club, as she travels by train, ferry and feet to explore beautiful Pendennis and St Mawes castles.

Pendennis and St Mawes guidebook

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