The Old Quay Inn - Devoran

A pleasant local pub in the village of Devoran (about 5 miles from Falmouth).  Good food and nice place for waterside walks: http://www.theoldquayinn.co.uk

Rail Ale Trail - Maritime Line

Rail Ale Trails offer ale and pub enthusiasts the opportunity to take a scenic tour of real ales in the West Country. Experience the beauty of Devon and Cornwall by train and savour the delights of traditional real ales and fine rural pubs along the way.  The Maritime Line runs from Falmouth to Truro and includes 13 pubs situated close to the train station: http://www.railaletrail.com/truromap.htm

World Bellyboard Championships - Chapel Porth Beach

A retro, fun day out on the north coast, in early September.  On top of the action in the sea, you can also find a Cake Off.  All profits go to the National Trust: http://www.bellyboarding.co.uk/index.htm

The Falmouth Packet Inn Pub - Rosudgeon Nr. Marazion

Don't be fooled by the name - its not in Falmouth and Rosudgeon is near Marazion, on the way down to Penzance.  This pub has been award the best Dining Pub in the South West for 2013 and 2014 (Taste of the West Awards, covering Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and Dorset).  With that accolade, worth jumping in the car for: http://www.falmouthpacketinn.co.uk/index.html

Provedore Tapas Bar and Cafe - Falmouth

Situated on the terraced streets above the town centre.  Lovely local cafe and informal tapas restaurant.  Daytime opening during the week and tapas in the early evening on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights: http://www.provedore.co.uk/www.provedore.co.uk/provedore.html

The Cornish Food Box Company

A great alternative to having a shop delivered from one of the big supermarkets.  Everything comes from Cornwall and they have won heaps of awards: http://thecornishfoodboxcompany.co.uk

Secret Garden Cafe - Truro

A great cafe with an extensive Vegetarian and Vegan Menu (they also serve health non Vege dishes).  Wonderful cakes as well.  Also dog friendly: http://www.secretgardencafe.co.uk