Pendennis Castle, just a mile southeast of Falmouth, sits across the harbour mouth from its sister, St Mawes castle. Both Tudor castles formed part of Henry VIII's defensive chain along the south coast against the threat from France and Spain.
The castle is in excellent condition and has lived an active life - it was strengthened during Elizabeth I's reign and again during the Civil War where... More details
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