Canons through the Ages
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A talk titled 'Canons through the Ages' is scheduled for 19 September 2026 at 13:00 at St Mawes Castle in Newquay. The free event covers the history of cannon defences at the castle followed by an exploration of the site.
Come along for a fascinating talk about the cannons at St Mawes & beyond & then explore the castle, looking at the defences they have there.
As part of the 2026 Heritage Open Days Festival, join us for a free fascinating talk about the cannons at St Mawes and beyond and then explore the castle, looking at the defences they have there. You will receive free entry to the castle afterwards. The tour will take place on 19 September at 1:00 pm and will last approximately 1.5 hours. Please meet at the entrance to the castle. Booking is essential. Car parking is available, but is chargeable unless you are an English Heritage member.
St Mawes Castle and its sister fortress Pendennis Castle were built by Henry VIII to guard the important anchorage of Carrick Roads. You’ll get wonderful views of the sea and passing ships from the battlements.
To find out more about the site, directions and parking please got to https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/st-mawes-castle/
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Canons through the Ages takes place on Saturday, 19 September 2026 at 13:00.
Canons through the Ages is held at St Mawes Castle in Newquay (Castle Drive, St Mawes, TR2 5DE).
Entry to Canons through the Ages is free.
Tickets for Canons through the Ages can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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A talk titled 'Canons through the Ages' is scheduled for 19 September 2026 at 13:00 at St Mawes Castle in Newquay. The free event covers the history of cannon defences at the castle followed by an exploration of the site.
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Come along for a fascinating talk about the cannons at St Mawes & beyond & then explore the castle, looking at the defences they have there.
As part of the 2026 Heritage Open Days Festival, join us for a free fascinating talk about the cannons at St Mawes and beyond and then explore the castle, looking at the defences they have there. You will receive free entry to the castle afterwards. The tour will take place on 19 September at 1:00 pm and will last approximately 1.5 hours. Please meet at the entrance to the castle. Booking is essential. Car parking is available, but is chargeable unless you are an English Heritage member.
St Mawes Castle and its sister fortress Pendennis Castle were built by Henry VIII to guard the important anchorage of Carrick Roads. You’ll get wonderful views of the sea and passing ships from the battlements.
To find out more about the site, directions and parking please got to https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/st-mawes-castle/
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Canons through the Ages?
Canons through the Ages takes place on Saturday, 19 September 2026 at 13:00.
Where is Canons through the Ages taking place?
Canons through the Ages is held at St Mawes Castle in Newquay (Castle Drive, St Mawes, TR2 5DE).
How much are tickets for Canons through the Ages?
Entry to Canons through the Ages is free.
How do I get tickets for Canons through the Ages?
Tickets for Canons through the Ages can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Until Saturday, 19 September 2026
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