Plymouth - Gunnislake
Explore the riverside village of Calstock. Great pubs & walks.
Liskeard - Looe
Enjoy great estuary views and Looe’s harbour and beach.
St Erth (P&R) - St Ives
One of Britain's most scenic railways. Amazing views.
Truro - Falmouth Docks
Visit Falmouth’s harbour, beaches, castles and shops.
Par - Newquay
Arrive in the heart of Newquay ready to hit the beach.
Exeter - Okehampton
Dartmoor adventures right from Okehampton station.
Exeter - Barnstaple
Take in the countryside views and explore North Devon.
Exeter - Paignton
Travel the famous Devon coast to the English Riviera.
Exeter St Davids - Exmouth
Journey along the Exe Estuary to Topsham and Exmouth.
Exeter St Davids - Axminster
Visit Honiton and Axminster with countryside views.
Foodie Guides Maritime Line Foodie Guide 
Take the train between Truro and Falmouth and discover the local area’s award-winning eateries, local produce and foodie events.
With its impressive gothic cathedral and network of independent shops just 15 minutes from the station, Truro is Cornwall’s vibrant capital.
Archie Browns prides itself on freshly cooked, inspired vegetarian and vegan cuisine. They have an extensive and tasty food selection for those on special diets while the deli has a delicious selection of takeaway lunch products, sweet treats, juices and smoothies. The shop stocks a wide and diverse range of products aimed at promoting an all-round healthy lifestyle.
Hub Box uses the best of Cornish ingredients to produce food inspired by American street food. Award winning gourmet burgers, hot dogs plus some exciting vegetarian options.
116 Kenwyn Street, Truro, TR1 3DJ
Sunday- Thursday 11 30- 22 00
Friday & Saturday 11 30- 23 00
This award winning restaurant uses the best and freshest of Cornish ingredients. The menu has something for everyone with everything from fish and chips to Cornish lobster and Falmouth Bay oysters.
Tabernacle Street, Truro, TR1 2EJ
Tuesday- Saturday 12 00- 15 00 and 17 30- 23 00
Hidden gem located close to Truro railway station, this 2 AA Rosette restaurant is dedicated to using local produce with a weekly changing menu to reflect the best seasonal produce available.
Hand blended teas and coffees including Cornish ones, blended in front of you in store.
Perranwell is a small village which grew up around the railway station. There is a post office, village shop and local pub.
Traditional local pub serving home-cooked local produce and serving real ales. Sunday roast is a speciality.
Perranwell Station, Truro, TR3 7PX
Monday- Saturday 12 00- 14 00 & 18 00- 21 00
Sunday 12 00- 14 00
Founded in 1216, Penryn is an historic town with much to explore including its great waterside area where you can take trips out by water taxi.
This spacious and relaxed restaurant has fantastic views out over the water. Enjoy hearty breakfasts, lunches and dinners all made with the finest local ingredients.
Deli and cafe that specialises in Cornish produce. The cafe serves wholesome salads as well as cakes, pastries and barista coffee.
A one stop shop for great local produce with over 60 local artisan suppliers showcased in store including freshly baked breads, local cheese, fruit and veg and home-made pasties.
2 Eastwood Road, Penryn, TR10 8LA
Monday-Friday 08 30- 17 30
Saturdays 08 30- 17 00
With its working harbour, glorious beaches and maritime heritage, there is much to discover in Falmouth.
With a wonderful position on the beach, this cafe prides itself on its green credentials and serves up tasty Cornish food all day.
Cliff Road, Falmouth, TR11 4PA
Monday- Thursday 09 00- 17 00
Friday- Sunday 09 00- late
Warm and colourful and off the beaten track, this Mediterranean inspired cafe serves fusion flavours using local suppliers. The cafe no longer offers seating, but takeaway breakfasts, lunches and ‘heat and eat’ meals are available.
43 Trelawney Road, Falmouth, TR11 4RE
Wednesday- Saturdays 09 00- 11 30 and 12 00- 14 30
The Star and Garter is no ordinary pub with its innovative menu that elevates classics such as ploughman’s and pork pies.
52 High Street, Falmouth, TR11 2AF
Thursday and Friday 16 00- late
Saturday and Sunday 12 00- late
Relaxed dining showcasing the best of Cornish seafood such as lobster, crab and oysters.
9 Tidemill House, Falmouth, TR11 3XP
Monday- Sunday 12 00- 15 00 & 18 00- 21 00 (22 00 Fridays and Saturdays)
Fresh bread, pastries and cakes using traditional methods and the finest local and organic ingredients. Coffee and lunchtime specials also on offer.
10c Chuch Street, Falmouth, TR11 3DR
Monday- Saturday 09 00- 15 00 (closed Tuesdays)
Fish and seafood caught on day boats around the Cornish coast guarantess maximum freshness of the produce on sale at Falmouth Fishmongers.
Everything for sale in this deli is from Cornwall, eat in the cafe or pre-order a picnic and find out some of the best spots to go and enjoy it!
14 Church Street, Falmouth, TR11 3DR
Monday- Saturday 09 00- 17 00, Sundays 10 00- 17 00
Only natural ingredients, locally sourced are put into the bread and cakes on sale here. Buy your bread from the person who made it!
Beat the traffic and forget parking:
Trains run every day except Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Travel between Truro and Falmouth in under half an hour.
Hop on roughly every 30 minutes Mon-Sat. Hourly on Sundays.
Perranwell is a request stop. To alight here ask the Conductor on the train.
Credits
This foodie guide has been part funded by the Designated Community Rail Development Fund, which is backed by the Department for Transport and ACoRP, the Association of Community Rail Partnerships.
Walks from the railway
Rail Ale Trails
Foodie Guides
Beaches by train
Arts & culture
Book Trail
Vinyl Trail
Times and prices
Parking and public transport
Travelling with kids
Taking bikes
Travelling with dogs
Assisted travel
