Autumn is a great time to visit Falmouth. The town and beaches are quieter than the height of summer, but we still get to enjoy lots of warm and sunny weather. There is also a packed events schedule, so take a look at some of our top tips for activities to add to your diary…
When you’re thinking about a trip to Cornwall, we know you have a fantastic variety of locations to choose from. Why not consider chartering a yacht for a visit to the Cornish Riviera, a charming stretch of the Cornish south coast around St Austell? With bustling villages, rich green landscapes, golden stretches of beaches and…
A recent BBC news story reported that this summer, Cornwall has been “struggling to cope” with “unprecedented mass tourism”. A long stretch of warm, sunny weather, combined with increased social media coverage, has resulted in many beaches being incredibly crowded this year. However, with such an extensive coastline, and over 400 beaches to choose from,…
With just over a week to go until Falmouth Week 2018, final preparations are underway for this exciting annual celebration. Combining on-the-water action with a fantastic programme of shoreside events for the whole family, Friday 10th – Sunday 19th August really is a wonderful time to visit the town. With so many events and activities…
The incredibly popular David Attenborough series Blue Planet and Blue Planet II have given viewers a fascinating insight into the wildlife that lives on, under and beside the sea in different countries and continents. Here in Cornwall, we’re very lucky to have our own haven for a wide variety of marine species. Why not take…
As the countdown begins to the summer holidays, visitors and locals alike are looking ahead and making plans for sunny days in Cornwall. A wonderful way to make the most of the beautiful Cornish coastline is to enjoy a picnic on the beach. But with so many beautiful beaches to choose from, plus an increase…
Born in Lelant, Cornwall in 1924, Rosamunde Pilcher is one of the county’s most famous authors. From The Shell Seekers to Day of the Storm, Pilcher’s books have given readers the world over a glimpse of life in Cornwall, with its stunning, wild landscapes and beautifully written characters that really capture the essence of the…
The countdown has begun to the exciting Tilley Endurables Falmouth Classics event 2018. From the 22nd – 24th June, over 200 classic boats will descend upon the Cornish town for racing, rallying and parading in what is sure to be a fun-filled weekend. In addition to the on-the-water action is the shoreside entertainment, in the…
Falmouth Week 2018 is a fantastic time to visit Falmouth, with an incredible range of on-the-water and shoreside events for the whole family to enjoy. Friday 10th – Sunday 19th August includes the 7 day regatta of fleet racing for yachts and day boats, as well as parades, parties and performances around the town, and…
So you want to try a break with a difference and charter a yacht to explore Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly or beyond, but not sure about the next step? At Bowman Yacht Charters we have extensive experience helping our clients create the perfect charter package to suit them, however there are a few things…