Fowey, Cornwall, Visitor & Tourism Guide
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Fowey Estuary
Bustling historic Cornwall port looking out across the River Fowey and Estuary towards Polruan and to the sea beyond. Packed with pubs and restaurants, boats and tourists.
Within the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Beauty, the small town follows the shape of the coastline towards Fowey St Catherine's Castle. If you're not staying in the town or surrounding area, there's plenty of parking and it's a short walk downhill into Fowey's narrow streets, brighly coloured buildings, wharves and quays.
The Town Quay (a hundred yards or so from Fowey St Fimbarrus Church) is a great place to eat, drink and people watch. You could also spend a day watching all the boats moving up and down the spectacular estuary.
Local attractions
Local attractions include Fowey Museum and Fowey Aquarium, the Daphne du Maurier Literary Centre and St Catherine's Castle.
River cruises and boat trips out to sea are available. Longer trips across St Austell Bay to Mevagissey and The Lost Gardens of Heligan are recommended.
The Eden Project is about five miles as the crow flies and the Cornish Alps beyond that. To the north, visit the National Trust's Lanhydrock House and Gardens.
Day trips
Located in the central section of Cornwall, Fowey's a great base from which to explore the county. To the east, try Looe and then Whitsand Bay. To the east and north east, try Newquay and Padstow. St. Ives is to the south west.
External Links
www.visit-fowey.com
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Located in Fowey, Cornwall, South West England, England Less than a mile away. Church in central Fowey by River Fowey and Estuary. Founded in the sixth century, the church you see today dating from the fifteenth century. Saint Finbarr was born in the sixth century and is Patron Saint of Cork, Irela... |
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Located in Fowey, Cornwall, South West England, England Less than a mile away. Next to Fowey Aquarium in central Fowey. 'Housed in the old Fowey Borough Council Chamber the collection illustrates the past social and civic history of the town. Includes Mayoral Regalia, costumes, old photographs, mod... |
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Located in Fowey, Cornwall, South West England, England Less than a mile away. Aquarium in the centre of Fowey near St Fimbarrus Church. When you've finished here, pop around the corner into Fowey Museum... |
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 Less than a mile away. Total Rooms: 37; Rates: £45 - £159 Per Night Set in beautifully landscaped gardens, right by the water's edge, the award-winning Fowey Hotel has a magnificent, peaceful location Privately owned, the Fowey Hotel is renowned for its friendly, relaxed atmosphere and h... |
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Less than a mile away. Total Rooms: 36; Rates: £130 - £550 Per Night Overlooking Fowey Port and the sea, this luxury family hotel with an indulgent spa retreat and fun kids' facilities is a 5-minute walk from the sandy Readymoney Cove... |
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 Less than a mile away. Total Bedrooms: 4; Maximum Occupants: 6; Rates: £769 - £1,859 Per Week A charming three bedroom cottage with superb sea views and located in a desirable location right on the beach at Ready Money Cove in Fowey.... |
