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Aquacab

Aqua Cab
Mylor Yacht Harbour

Tel: 07970 242258
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Aqua Cab the Fal Estuary’s fast, reliable and convenient water- taxi service. Whatever your waterside destination Aqua Cab can take you there; a trip to the beach, a drop-off for a walk along the coast path, a creekside cream tea or an evening out at a riverside pub. Their ‘on-demand’ service allows visitors and locals alike to choose where to go, when to go and when to come back! They can pick up or drop off from many of the picturesque quaysides, harbours, waterside hotels and restaurants around the Fal. The well-equipped safe & stable boat is crewed by a fully qualified and experienced skipper. Licensed for 12 passengers and 2 crew and capable of 20+ knots.

Enterprise Boats

Enterprise Boats
66 Trefusis Road
Flushing
Falmouth TR11 5TY

Tel: +44 (0)1326 374241
Fax: +44 (0)1326 374241
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Operating along the Fal for many years, this established family business has a superbly maintained fleet of pleasure boats which form part of the colourful panorama within these waters . Linking Falmouth, Truro and St Mawes the Enterprise Boats are an ideal way to enjoy a great day out. Visiting the gardens, gallery and restaurant at Trelissick Garden; a trip to the charming waterside retreat of Smuggler's Cottage, sightseeing, or planning an idyllic walk and pub lunch; Enterprise Boats can help add to the enjoyment and experience. Enterprise Boats are also available to hire for a relaxing evening or day charter, Sunday excursion or a corporate event. Calling at Prince of Wales Pier Falmouth, St Mawes, Trelissick, Truro and Malpas. Boats run approx every two hours weekdays (ring for Sunday times) but vary due to tidal conditions in Truro.



	Falmouth Park & Float


			Ponsharden Park and Float Cornwall Ferries Feock Truro TR3 6QJ Tel: 01872 861 910 Send An Email Visit Website

	Located in Ponsharden, on the outskirts of Falmouth, a 450 space carpark incorporating the Park and Float delivers you to the Customs House Quay in the heart of Falmouth town. Just a 3 minute walk from the National Maritime Museum, Cornwall. This twenty minute scheduled service operates between May 24th and September 30th with the first boat departing at 10 am until 1740. Connect by water to St Mawes, Truro and Trelissick Gardens from here.



	Flushing Ferry


			Flushing Ferry Limited Flushing Quay Flushing Tel: 07974 799 773 Send An Email Visit Website

	The Flushing ferry was established by Royal Charter in the days when Flushing was one of the leading players in local shipping. Flushing has kept its local fishing village feel and also has a charming restaurant - The Quay Cafe - on the quay and a couple of pubs well worth a visit. Using the Flushing Ferry allows walkers to use the coastal path to Mylor from where you can return on the Aqua Cab scheduled service. Providing a safe and reliable year round scheduled shuttle service between Prince of Wales Pier, Falmouth and Flushing Quay as a convenient and relaxing alternative to the road route.

Helford Ferry & Garden Ferry

5 Carlindnack Close TR11 5LB

Tel: 01326 250 770
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The ferry connecting the North and South banks of the Helford River has been running continuously since the Middle Ages. Then, it was a vital link for the communities providing transportation for local produce to the markets in Falmouth. The cart and driver travelled on the ferry and the horse swam along behind! These days travel is slightly more conventional and the ferry is purely a passenger ferry although bicycles, dogs and pushchairs can all be accommodated. Its customers use it mainly for pleasure, to visit the several beautiful gardens on the banks of the Helford, the pubs and also to enjoy the many interesting walks. The ferry operates from Good Friday or 1st April to October 31st. The ferry will run on demand between 9:30 am and 5.30 pm. From late June until the end of August the ferry will run from 9:30 am to last light, 7 nights a week. And whilst your down there why not visit Sarah's Shop, a small, exclusive boutique offering a superb range of hand-crafted, locally-made and totally unique gifts. Open 7 days a week 10am-5pm, telephone 01326 250005.

King Harry Ferry

King Harry Ferry
Feock
Truro
Cornwall TR3 6QJ

Tel: 01872 862 312
Fax: 01872 863 355
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The King Harry Ferry is an iconic part of Cornwall’s history. Established in 1888, it connects St Mawes and the Roseland Peninsula with Feock, Truro and Falmouth by avoiding the alternative 27 mile route through Truro & Tresillian. One of only five chain ferries in England, it departs every 20 minutes from each side, 7 days a week and the ferry is a key transport link for visitors and locals alike. The King Harry Ferry offers its passengers the chance to avoid miles of congested roads and once aboard you can get out and enjoy the slow river crossing across King Harry's passage which is on the pilgrims' way to St. Michaels Mount and named after the Lancastrian King Henry VI. It takes in one of Cornwall’s deepest and most beautiful rivers – The River Fal. The new ferry with its glass side, chain viewing windows and touch screen information display is combining state of the art technology with a traditional friendly service. The Ferry Bridge is also an art gallery and provides some fantastic views, including 9 laid up ships and working mussel farms.



	Mylor Shuttle


			Mylor Shuttle Falmouth Yacht Harbour Nr Falmouth Cornwall TR11 5UF Tel: 07970 242 258 Send An Email Visit Website

	Take the Mylor Shuttle from Mylor Yacht Harbour, it’s the best possible way to enjoy the sights, and best of all, no driving and no traffic! Just relax and enjoy the view, scheduled services throughout the day until 10pm between Mylor and Falmouth.

Newmans Cruises

Tolverne
Philleigh
Truro
TR2 5NG

Tel: 01872 580 309
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Newmans Cruises run classic wooden ferries out of Smugglers Cottage, Tolverne on the Philleigh side of the King Harry Ferry. There are two ferries running, Look Ahead II is a traditional passenger boat which is a well maintained vessel with a shallow draft ideal for exploring some of the smaller secluded parts of the river. The Queen of the Fal is the flag ship and people carrier providing a regular service between Custom House Quay, Prince of Wales Pier, Trelissick Gardens and Tolverne.An ideal way to travel to the Maritime Museum, Falmouth from the Roseland Peninsula and Trelissick Gardens. Free parking is available at Smuggler's Cottage, Tolverne. Smuggler's Cottage is an ideal place to start your walk along the Oyster Way, where you can enjoy excellent home-cooked food whilst viewing an abundance of nautical memorabilia. Look Ahead II and The Queen of the Fal are also available for private hire in the evenings and on Sundays.



	Orca 1 Hr Bay Discovery


			Orca Sea Safaris Cornwall Ferries Ltd 2 Ferry Cottages Feock TR3 6QJ Tel: 01872 861 910 Send An Email Visit Website

	Wildlife watching and coastal boat trips from Falmouth, Cornwall Running from the historic port of Falmouth, our boat trips aim to introduce you to the outstanding beauty of our coastline, while looking for wildlife that may be in the area. Wildlife could include Dolphins, Basking Sharks, Seals or many other species that are regularly spotted around the Cornish Coastline. Your Skipper will provide a cheery face and an informative commentary, describing fascinating facts about shipwrecks, smugglers tales, local history and the marine environment. We have so much to share with you, that every trip is individual. Come and experience a fantastic Marine Safari with us on our exciting RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat) 'Seaquest of Falmouth' the largest custom designed 12 seater RIB in the country. We take bookings for individuals, families and also group bookings including corporate events, stag and hen groups, birthday parties.... the list is endless. As an added treat, all our trips include free entry to the National Maritime Museum Cornwall, voted Cornwall's visitor attraction of the year for the second year running. By navigating our website, you will get a great idea of what we can offer, but if there is something that we havn't covered, just give us a call or email, we are always happy to help! We love what we do and hope this will be apparent when you share a boat trip with us.

Ponsharden Park and Float

Ponsharden Park & Float | Ride
Cornwall Ferries
Feock
Truro TR3 6QJ

Tel: 01872 863 132
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Located on the outskirts of Falmouth, a 500 space car park incorporating the fantastic Park & Float | Ride which give you a river journey with commentary to the historic Customs House Quay in the heart of Falmouth town. Just a 5 minute walk from the National Maritime Museum and to the door step of Trago Mills this twenty minute scheduled service operates between May 24th and September 30th with the first boat departing at 1000 until 1740. Connect by water to St Mawes, Truro and Trelissick Gardens from here. Use of the Park and Float gives a 10% discount at the Maritime Museum and also discounted entry to Pendennis Castle and Trelissick Garden (non members).

St Mawes Ferry Company

St Mawes Ferry Company
2 Ferry Cottage
Feock
Truro
Cornwall TR3 6QJ

Tel: 01872 861 910
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From rugged cliffs and sandy beaches to the unspoilt beauty of the Roseland Peninsula the St. Mawes Ferry Company can take you on an inspiring and romantic cruise from St. Mawes to Falmouth and back again. The St Mawes Ferry provides a regular pedestrian ferry service all year round and provides a vital link to walkers using the South West Coastal Footpath. The St Mawes Ferry links the impressive English Heritage Castles of St Mawes and Pendennis and provides a magical day out for all. Dogs and cyclists welcome and crew help with baggage and push chairs. Between the end of May and Sept there are 3 feries every hour running between Falmouth and St Mawes. Using th St Mawes Ferry gives a 10% entry discount to the award winning Maritime Museum.

St Mawes to Place Ferryboat

Place Ferry
2 Ferry Cottages
Feock
Cornwall
TR3 6QJ

Tel: 07791 283 884
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Operating seven days a week the Place Ferry runs a regular service between St Mawes and Place Creek on the Roseland Peninsula. The ferry not only makes up part of the ‘South West Coast Path’ but from Place Creek passengers can head out on a selection of achievable short walks and discover the Roseland Peninsula. With its white sandy beaches, lighthouse, defensive fortifications, church and spectacular walks, this inspiring peninsula is one of the most delightful Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the South West. Ideal for dog walkers! The Place Ferry operates a half-hourly service between St Mawes and Place Creek from Easter to October, 7 days a week. The landing spot at Place is dictated by the tide, consequently at high water the ferry lands at the slipway by Place House and at low water lands at ‘Toddy Steps’ 100 yards along the footpath to the North.

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