Easter 2023 is just around the corner, and we know just how daunting it can be to find things to do in Cornwall for families. In Cornish folklore, Cornish people would see Easter Sunday as a day to indulge rather than mourn, to celebrate new life. And so families would take the day off to feast, picnic and walk. Traditionally, young people would take a walk to the historic St Michaels Mount...
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Our blog is the place where we get to rave about all the great things our guests can see and do in Falmouth and across Cornwall.
The best beaches. Dog-friendly walks near the hotel. Our guide to bars and eateries. Attractions you can't miss. Our guide to the best events, festivals and live music taking place across Cornwall. Plus much, much more...
Recent Posts
The Beauty of Falmouth in March
March is a month of bloom and light. When spring officially begins in the UK. Daylight Savings takes root on the second Sunday in the month. The time of year where you remember what the sun feels like on your face and how it feels to wear lighter jackets on our shoulders. March’s birthstone of Aquamarine, symbolising youth, health and hope also symbolises everything that sea and land ...
Darren Millgate - New Course set-up aids in ‘modern hospitality management’
Darren, our Cornish chef executive spends most of his days leading ‘the kitchen brigade’ here at St Michaels. His passion for food and talent in his craft goes way beyond the kitchen....
Why the Coast is Good for the Mind, Body and Soul
Did you know that 71% of the Earth is covered by the sea and/or coastlines? Well, now you know – and it isn’t any accident that’s for sure. With hedgerows of natural produce such as wild garlic, blackberries and herbs, not to mention the saline nature of the water itself, it’s no wonder people find the coast such a healing place to be. Spending significant time by the coast...
2022 Christmas Gift Guide
Christmas is nearly here (can you quite believe it?) and you can practically smell the hot chocolate and duck fat roasties, December is that close! As we begin to run out of days in November, you may be starting to feel the gift-buying pressure. At St Michaels, we know that there’s no better gift than a memorable experience. Therefore we’ve cultivated a seasonal selection of goodies and...
5 Male skincare tips the St Michaels way
Maintaining and grooming are by no means just for women, and as a resort that champion the power of Ishga and ELEMIS products, we feel it is somewhat a duty of ours to shine a light on the importance of male grooming and upkeep and even to help you find your St Michaels style with the best tips and products to date. Recommended by our very own head therapist and loved by many of our guests, without...