Falmouth, situated on the beautiful River Fal, and with one of the finest natural harbours in the world, developed and prospered to become the base for the famous Packet Service between the seventeenth and nineteenth centuries. It has a rich maritime history with many interesting buildings including Arwenack Manor, home to the infamous Killigrew family, who were responsible for the early growth of the town. With the arrival of the railway, the town soon developed a strong commercial interest with the Falmouth Docks, founded in 1859, closely followed by the growth of tourism that is still important to the town today. With excellent yachting facilities, safe bathing beaches and a wealth of attractions, the town offers a rich experience for its many visitors.

About the Author
Michael was born in Falmouth just after World War 2 in 1947 and went to Wellington Terrace Boy's School and then Falmouth Grammar School. He studied Fine Art at the Falmouth School of Art and Plymouth College of Art and Design in the early 1960's. Following a period of working for BOAC, he returned to study for a further three years at the West Sussex Institute, he obtained a Bachelor of Education degree and then taught Fine Art in Sussex for several years. He returned to Falmouth in 1992, having taken early retirement, following major heart surgery. He became involved with the Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society and became a Trustee in 1993 and is still on the Board of the RCPS.


Book Information
ISBN 9781848684690
Author Michael Bradley
Format Paperback
Page Count 96
Imprint Amberley Publishing
Publisher Amberley Publishing
Weight(grams) 304g