St Mawes Castle (English Heritage)
One of the best preserved examples of Henry VIII’s coastal fortresses, built in the 16th century. I
St Mawes,
Cornwall
About St Mawes Castle (English Heritage)
St Mawes Castle is the ideal site for learning about Tudor life, Henry VIII, the English Civil War, castles, geography and local history. Handling collection of replica artefacts and costumes from the Tudor period with teachers notes available to use.
Amenities
SEND Facilities
Free pre-visit
Resources available
Key Information
Age suitability
Key Stages
Key Stage 3,
Risk Assessment copy available?
By email or on website
Topics
Anglo-Saxons,
Castles,
Risk Assessment Category
A
Annual opening times
All year
Resources Provided
Yes
Suitable for disabled/SEND needs
Yes
Group Size
Up to 120
Topics
Anglo-Saxons
Castles
Curriculum Subjects
Art & Design
Business Studies
Classics
Geography
History
Mathematics
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