Square Sail Shipyard

The harbour is home to Square Sail’s fleet of square-rigged sailing ships and these vessels (when in harbour) are open to the public from Easter through until October every year (admission charge applies).

Charlestown Harbour, (situated on the outskirts of St. Austell in Cornwall) is an original Grade II listed, Georgian Harbour.

The two beaches at Charlestown are owned by Square Sail Shipyard Limited and are open to the Public year round (sorry no dogs allowed).

When the ships are open to the public you are welcome to walk around them on your own or take a guided tour with one of our professional guides. Learn about the ships, view a photographic exhibition on the films and television productions our vessels have starred in and learn the history of the harbour and its man-made water system built in the 1800s to supply water to the inner harbour.

If you are lucky enough to pick the right day and time you may have the opportunity of seeing one of our tall ships entering or leaving the harbour. Note: Unfortunately we cannot give details of the ships’ ‘comings and goings’ too far in advance as dates are subject to ever changing commercial activities and weather conditions. If you are a yacht or classic boat owner, we would be delighted for you to visit Charlestown—please refer to the harbour charges page.

Charlestown Harbour | Harbour Charges