Rocky island crowned by medieval church and castle, home to a living community
From end of Tuesday 24 March, we closed all our car parks to further restrict the spread of coronavirus. This followed the decision to close our parks and gardens in addition to our houses, shops and cafes. We urge people to stay local and observe social distancing. Please do not travel.
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) UPDATE
STMICHAEL'S MOUNT IS CLOSED - THIS INCLUDES THE CASTLE, GARDEN AND ALL FACILITIES
Following the Prime Minister’s advice on Monday 16th March, it is with great sadness that we announce the temporary closure of St Michael’s Mount to the public, effective immediately. This has not been an easy decision and is one that we have made in line with the National Trust’s decision to close all pay-for-entry sites, including houses, cafes and shops.
At this unprecedented time, the safety and wellbeing of our visitors, island residents and staff remain our priority during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
We want to thank our incredible team for their understanding and our visitors for their continued support. We hope to reopen our doors in the not too distant future.
Please check our website and social media channels for additional updates. We aim to continue to bring you news and stories from the Mount during this unforeseen closure period.
You can view our Frequently Asked Questions on the St Michael's Mount website
Still home to the St Aubyn family as well as a small community, this iconic rocky island is crowned by a medieval church and castle - with the oldest buildings dating from the 12th century.
Immerse yourself in history, wonder at the architecture and discover the legend of Jack the Giant Killer.
Look down on the subtropical terraced garden and enjoy the breathtaking views of spectacular Mount's Bay.
If the weather is favourable, take a short evocative boat trip to the island, or at low tide, enjoy the walk across the causeway.
To check tide times and for further information, visit St Michael's Mount website.
Occasionally St Michael's Mount closes due to inclement weather. Before setting out on your journey always check the St Michael's Mount website for the most up to date information.
ACCESS
Paths around the island are steep, cobbled and uneven with no handrails, so sensible footwear is recommended. Unfortunately it is not possible to take wheelchairs and pushchairs up to the castle.
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | N/A | £17.50 |
| Child | N/A | £8.50 |
| Family | N/A | £43.50 |
| 1 adult and up to 3 children | N/A | £26.00 |
|
Group Adult
Minimum group size 15
|
N/A | £16.00 |
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Group Child
Minimum group size 15
|
N/A | £8.00 |
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | N/A | £11.50 |
| Child | N/A | £5.50 |
| Family | N/A | £28.50 |
| 1 adult and up to 3 children | N/A | £17.00 |
|
Group Adult
Minimum group size 15
|
N/A | £10.50 |
|
Group Child
Minimum group size 15
|
N/A | £5.00 |
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | N/A | £8.50 |
| Child | N/A | £4.00 |
| Family | N/A | £21.00 |
| 1 adult and 3 children | N/A | £12.50 |
|
Group Adult
Minimum group size 15
|
N/A | £8.50 |
|
Group Child
Minimum group size 15
|
N/A | £4.00 |
Most of our places run the Gift Aid on Entry scheme at their admission points.
Under this scheme, if you're not a member you have the choice of two entry tickets:
If the place runs Gift Aid on Entry, we'll offer you a clear choice between the Gift Aid Admission prices and the Standard Admission prices at the admission point. It's entirely up to you which ticket you choose.
Gift Aid Admission includes a 10 per cent or more voluntary donation. Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid - an extra 25 per cent - potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
An extra £1 paid under the scheme can be worth over £3 to the National Trust as shown below:
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Amount paid by visitor | £11.00 | £10.00 |
| Tax refund from Government* | £2.75 | £0.00 |
| Total received by the National Trust | £13.75 | £10.00 |
*Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid - an extra 25 per cent - potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
