An early ferry took us east about a mile across the Carrick Roads from Falmouth to St. Mawes, on the Roseland Peninsula. The Carrick Roads, a large waterway created after the Ice Age from an ancient valley which flooded as the melted waters caused the sea level to rise dramatically, creating an immense natural harbor, often claimed to be the third largest in the world.
The town takes its name from the Celtic saint, Saint Maudez (Mawe), who may have come from Ireland but is mainly venerated in Brittany. St. Mawes lies within the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Almost a third of Cornwall has AONB designation, with the same status and protection as a National Park.
St. Mawes Castle, is twin to Pendennis Castle in Falmouth across the Carrick Roads, built to defend an invasion from the continent.
The town has been favored with frequent private visits by members of the Royal Family.
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Walking to St. Just, Roseland
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   St. Just Church  
Here rest the silent Dead, and here too I,
When yonder dial shall strike the hour, must lie
Look around! In orderly array,
See where the buried host,
Await the Judgment Day.
Stranger, in peace pursue thine onward road,
But ne'er forget thy last and long abode.
This is the prettiest cemetery we've seen.
    Roger and Pam   The Tresanton Hotel where we enjoyed their own icecream. This hotel hosts members of the Royal Family as well as celebrities. The least expensive room costs in May, 2014, 250 pounds sterling a night. |
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