FOWEY, CORNWALL

Fowey, pronounced Foy to rhyme with Joy! Situated on the south coast of Cornwall between Looe and Mevagissey, Fowey is not only an historic town but also a commercial seaport. Over the centuries Fowey has grown and now stretches for about a mile along the west bank of the River Fowey to the mouth of the river. Situated on the opposite bank, also at the mouth of the river, is the village of Polruan. A regular passenger ferry connects the two and further up river a car ferry runs from Fowey to Bodinnick on the other side of the river.

Designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Fowey has much to offer what ever your likes. A natural harbour, it is a haven for yachtsmen and we have had as many as 7,000 visiting yachts in a season. Fowey is the major exporting port for China Clay and as such you will often see the ships making their way in and out of the harbour. Over the last few years Fowey has been a popular destination for several cruise liners, whose passengers are able to enjoy the delights of the town. What a sight to see these enormous ships come through the narrow harbour entrance, turn in the middle of the river and be pulled upstream to their mooring, which is concealed by a natural bend in the river.

Fowey lies at the end of the Saint's Way, and has ferries across the river to Polruan and Bodinnick. There are many historic buildings in the town, including the ruins of St Catherine's Castle, while Readymoney Cove possesses a local beach.

FOWEY HOTELS

Best Western The Restormel Lodge Hotel

Castle Hill, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, PL22 0DD.
Situated in the beautiful Fowey Valley the hotel offers modern comfort with traditional hospitality. One of the best centres for exploring the Duchy of Cornwall.

Cliff Head Hotel

Sea Road, Carlyon Road, St. Austell, Cornwall, PL25 3RB.
If you are looking to explore this picturesque county and visit the highly acclaimed Eden Project then look no further. The Cliff Head is also ideally situated for the glorious Lost Gardens of Heligan and the quaint village of Mevagissey.

Lostwithiel Hotel Golf & Country Club

Lower Polscoe, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, PL22 0HQ.
Our hotel is situated close to the ancient town of Lostwithiel in the heart of Cornwall. We are the perfect base for discovering coastlines, quiet inland villages, ancient towns and historic houses.

Old Quay House Hotel

28 Fore St, Fowey, Cornwall, PL23 1AQ.
The Old Quay House is is undoubtedly one of Cornwalls most exciting boutique Hotel. One of the most idyllic waterfront locations in Cornwall.

The Fowey Hotel

The Esplanade, Fowey, Cornwall, PL23 1HX.
Established in 1882, the Fowey Hotel is a haven of tranquillity resting on the bank of the Fowey River Estuary. Each of the 37 bedrooms has been individually furnished with an emphasis on comfort and style.

Trenython Manor Hotel & Spa

Castledore Road, Tywardreath, Nr Fowey, Cornwall, PL24 2TS.
Set in a secluded estate on the southern coast of Cornwall, with magnificent views over St Austell Bay, Trenython is a Cornish Manor House with a unique Italian touch.

FOWEY RESTAURANTS

Food For Thought Restaurant - 4 Town Quay, Fowey, Cornwall, PL23 1AT
Sams - 20 Fore Street, Fowey, Cornwall, PL23 1AQ
Taipan Restaurant - 1 Fore Street, Fowey, Cornwall, PL23 1AH
The Cordon Bleu Restaurant - 3 Esplanade, Fowey, Cornwall, PL23 1HY

FOWEY ATTRACTIONS

Fowey Museum - Situated in the Town Hall and open May - September.
Fowey Aquarium -Underneath the Town Hall on Town Quay it is open during the summer months.
Eden Project
Restormel Castle - Overlooking the River Fowey, this typical motte and bailey style castle was first built c1100, and is surrounded by a deep, wide moat, long since dried up. However, Restormel is rather unusual as its huge circular shell Keep encloses the principal apartments of the castle and, viewed from above, resembles an amphitheatre.
St Catherine's Castle - A small artillery fort built by Henry VIII to defend Fowey harbour. It has two storeys with gun ports at ground level. Below the 16th century fort is a two gun battery built in 1855.
Tristan Stone - On the left side of the approach road into Fowey (A3082), situated in a lay-by. An inscribed monolith the burial stone of Tristan, son of King Mark of Cornwall, dates back to the VIth Century.

TOWNS NEAR FOWEY

Charlestown, Lostwithiel, Polperro, St. Austell, Tywardreath

TRANSPORT LINKS

Fowey is served by Par Railway Station and Newquay Airport (18 miles). From M5 take A30. At Bodmin take B3269 Lostwithiel (A390) to Fowey.