Canons through the ages

As part of the 2026 Heritage Open Days Festival, join us for a free fascinating talk about the cannons at St Mawes and beyond and then explore the castle, looking at the defences they have there. You will receive free entry to the castle afterwards. The tour will take place on 19 September at 1:00 pm and will last approximately 1.5 hours. Please meet at the entrance to the castle. Booking is essential. Car parking is available, but is chargeable unless you are an English Heritage member.

St Mawes Castle and its sister fortress Pendennis Castle were built by Henry VIII to guard the important anchorage of Carrick Roads. You’ll get wonderful views of the sea and passing ships from the battlements.

To find out more about the site, directions and parking please got to https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/st-mawes-castle/

Timings

Saturday 19 September:

1300-1430

Location & directions

English Heritage, St. Mawes Castle, Castle Drive, St. Mawes, Truro, Cornwall, TR2 5DE

Contact on day:

David Guest

Telephone number:

+441326270526

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Spaces are limited so booking is essential.

Booking contact name:

Charlotte Willson

Booking telephone number:

+447823966467

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking website:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/canons-through-the-ages-tickets-1992562606394?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Alternative booking website:

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/st-mawes-castle

Booking opens:

30 Jun 2026 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

17 Sep 2026 12:00 AM

Additional information

Please meet at the entrance to the castle shop for the tour.

Max number of people:

15

Estimated duration:

1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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