Falmouth, Jamaica

Falmouth is the main town of the parish of Trelawny on the northern coast of Jamaica. Founded in 1769, it is regarded as one of the best-preserved towns of the Georgian era in the Caribbean. The town is located some 18 miles to the east of Montego Bay.

Falmouth was founded by Thomas Reid and grew as a trading center when Jamaica was the biggest sugar producing country in the world. It was named after Falmouth in Cornwall, England, the birthplace of the Governor of Jamaica, Sir William Trelawny. Today it stands as a small town with its early Jamaican architecture.

Visiting Falmouth

The most practical way to reach Falmouth is to take a bus from Montego Bay. Alternatively, you may find it even more practical to rent a car and drive there.

Places of Interest in Falmouth

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