Where is Falmouth Synagogue?

Falmouth Synagogue is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode TR11 3BH), in the parish of Falmouth.

How do I get to Falmouth Synagogue?

The nearest railway station is Falmouth Town, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode TR11 3BH.

Who owns Falmouth Synagogue?

Falmouth Synagogue is owned by | leadership =.

Is Falmouth Synagogue a protected site?

Yes — Falmouth Synagogue is part of the Lower Fal & Helford Intertidal SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Cornwall National Landscape (AONB).

Is Falmouth Synagogue free to visit?

Yes, Falmouth Synagogue is free to enter.

How do I get to Falmouth Synagogue?

The nearest railway station is Falmouth Town, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TR11 3BH.

Historic churches · South West England

Falmouth Synagogue

In or near St Mawes.

Free admission

Falmouth Synagogue — a synagogue in england-south-west, United Kingdom.

Falmouth rooftops - geograph.org.uk - 2556126 — Rod Allday — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 30 min–1 h
Nearest railway station: Falmouth Town · 0.7 km

Free entry

Falmouth Synagogue is a synagogue located in england-south-west, United Kingdom. Catalogued from Wikidata's UK heritage register; see the Wikipedia article for further historical and visitor details.

Photo gallery

Official information

Falmouth Art Gallery is a free art gallery located in the heart of Falmouth, sharing its historic Municipal Building with the Town Library. It features a diverse range of exhibitions, collection displays, and events that celebrate the town's cultural heritage.

Protected designations

Site of Special Scientific Interest: Lower Fal & Helford Intertidal SSSI
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cornwall

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Falmouth Synagogue is a Jewish place of worship located in South-West England. It is noted for its historical significance and is one of the oldest synagogues in the UK.

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Background

History

By 1766 there were enough Jewish families in Falmouth to make possible the construction of a synagogue, and a second synagogue was completed in 1806 on Smithick Hill as the community grew. Its commanding location, with a fine view of Falmouth harbour, is said to have been so that Jewish merchants could observe their ships entering and leaving the harbour. For so small a community, it is perhaps surprising that it was able to employ a rabbi, and the earliest recorded minister of the community, known as Rabbi Saavil (died 1814), is buried at the town's Jewish cemetery. The last known rabbi was Samuel Herman, recorded in 1851. Shochtim are also recorded as present in the town until as late as…

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Coordinates: 50.1543, -5.0697
District: Cornwall
Parish: Falmouth
Postcode: TR11 3BH
Parliamentary constituency: Truro and Falmouth
Established: 1766
Nearest railway station: Falmouth Town — 0.7 km
Opening: Mon – Sat. 10am–5pm; closed Sunday & Bank Holidays
Official site: www.falmouthartgallery.com

Sources

wikidata: Q5432597 (CC0)
wikipedia: Falmouth Synagogue (CC BY-SA 4.0)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Falmouth Synagogue?: Falmouth Synagogue is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode TR11 3BH), in the parish of Falmouth.
What is Falmouth Synagogue?: Falmouth Synagogue — a synagogue in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Falmouth Synagogue?: The nearest railway station is Falmouth Town, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode TR11 3BH.
When was Falmouth Synagogue built?: Built or established in 1766.
Who owns Falmouth Synagogue?: Falmouth Synagogue is owned by | leadership =.
Is Falmouth Synagogue a protected site?: Yes — Falmouth Synagogue is part of the Lower Fal & Helford Intertidal SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Cornwall National Landscape (AONB).
Is Falmouth Synagogue free to visit?: Yes, Falmouth Synagogue is free to enter.
How do I get to Falmouth Synagogue?: The nearest railway station is Falmouth Town, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TR11 3BH.

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