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Tel code: 01726 | code search
Postcode: PL23 | code search
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Birthplace of:
Antony Hewish
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Cultural Britain:
The Cornwall of Du Maurier
Folk Customs:
Cornish Midsummer Bonfires
Helston Floral Day Furry Dance
Padstow 'Obby 'Oss
Quinquennial Knill Dance,
St Columb Hurling
Tom Bawcock's Eve

Fowey Events

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Fowey Royal Regatta

November
Fowey Christmas Market
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Menabilly Holidays
"Sharon, my wife, author of three middle school books, and an outspoken admirer of Daphne du Maurier, organized the week-long visit to Menabilly estate during her Spring Break in March, ..." More

Trevanion Guest House
"Stayed for 4 nights with a female friend in a large triple room with en suite bathroom. Very comfortable, quiet with excellent breakfast and the added bonus of some ..." More

Fowey Hotel
"Good Points: The staffs is extremely helpful and friendly. The main reason why I would stay there would be the staffs. Bad Points: The carpet in the dining is absolutely ..." More

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What a lovely little place - quite unspoilt, and only ...More

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A bustling seaport and historic town on the mystic South Coast of Cornwall. Was the centre from which the ‘D’ Day landings launched. Today the natural deep water harbour is a haven for yachtsmen, together with the large ships and cruise liners makes this harbour a bustling port. This is an ideal place for painters and photographers with the colourful yachts and sparkling sea. Stroll along the esplanade and drink in the scenery or walk over the cliffs where the path hugs the coast, with sandy beaches to swim, fish or explore the rock pools. Or head inland and climb the narrow lanes and winding cobbled walkways with Medieval cottages, where in the 18th Century was the preferred haunts of the smuggling fraternity. An interesting place to see is St Catherine’s Point at the harbour entrance, during Medieval times St Catherine’s Chapel stood on top of the cliff acting as a lighthouse. The Fort below was built in the reign of Henry V111 to protect Fowey from French invasion, and can be reached by a pretty woodland walk. There is much to see and do in Fowey such as the Lifeboat Station which has been operating some 150 years. Headland gardens, one and half acres of cliff top gardens with the most astounding sea and river views. Historical guided walks that operate from the Town Quay, to an enjoyable fishing trip or river cruise. One of the most famous inhabitants of Fowey was probably Daphne du Maurier and a visit to the Literary Centre next door to the church is a lovely way to spend some time. Or why not indulge in a trip on the passenger ferry that travels across the mouth of the River Fowey to the neighbouring village of Polruan. Drake, Raleigh and Frobisher all sailed from here, now it’s your turn.

Attraction

Readymoney Beach
St Catherine's Castle

Camping

Penhale Caravan & Camping Park
Polglaze Farm

Charity

National Coastwatch Institution

Dentist

Fowey Dental Practice
Noak's Ark Dental Practice

Doctor

The Surgery

Estate Agent

Fowey River Estate Agents
May Whetter & Grose

Holiday Park

Green Acres Cottages

Inn

King of Prussia

Pub and Bar

Fishermans Arms
Galleon Inn
King of Prussia
Lugger Inn
Old Ferry Inn
Russell Inn
Ship Inn
Zutshis at the Toll Bar

Restaurant

Chuffers Restaurant
Food for Thought
Galleon Inn
Lugger Inn
Maxwells Of Fowey
Restaurant Cordon Bleu
Sams
Ship Inn
Tai Pan
The Commodore
Tiffins
Zutshis at the Toll Bar

School

Biscovey Infant & Junior School
Fowey Community College
Fowey Primary School

Self-Catering

Classy Cottages
Cornish Traditional Cottages
Farm & Cottage Holidays
Green Acres Cottages
Greenacres Cottages

Menabilly Holidays
Pure Cornwall Fowey
Square Rig Holidays

Taxi

Brokenshire Taxis
Coastal Cars

Sports Clubs

Fowey CC (Cricket)

Shops

Fowey Book
Constables Studios
Outriggers
Riverside Gallery
Fowey River Gallery
Cry of the Gulls
South Torfrey Farm Ltd
Pinky Murphys Cafe
Brown Sugar Cafe
The Cone Zone
The Other Place
Niles Bakers Ltd
Foye Seasons
Daphne du Maurier Literary Centre

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Reeds of Fowey
The Winkle Picker
The Romantic Englishwoman Ltd
Greedy Monkey Ltd
Brocante Ltd
Middletons of Fowey Fudge Shop

Antiques

Jardin Provencal

Activities

Fowey Marine Adventures(Boat Trips and Cruises)
Fowey River & Sea Cruises(Boat Trips and Cruises)

Places to Stay near Fowey

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Artist's House (0.06 miles)

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Welcome to Artist¹s House, an attractive, light and airy, warm and friendly home of textile artist, Vivien Prideaux, built in the late 60¹s in a quiet cul de sac with a well stocked Cornish garden ... More | visit website
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Old Quay House Hotel (0.15 miles)

Old Quay House Hotel
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One of the most idyllic waterfront locations in Cornwall, a rich and colourful history dating back to 1889 and a brand new architect designed interior... add to this owners that are passionate ... More
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Square Rig Holidays (0.16 miles)

Square Rig Holidays
Flats sleep from 4 - 7 people and each flat has access to the water and free use of our dinghy and canoes. linen and towels are provided and gas and electricity are included in ... More | visit website
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King of Prussia (0.19 miles)

King of Prussia

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All Rooms have riverviews. Modern light airy restuarant offering award winning cuisine. Afternoon Tearoom offering light lunches and cornish cream teas. (summer only) Building dates back to the 17th ... More

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Marina Villa Hotel (0.21 miles)

Marina Villa Hotel

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Food Lovers Hotel with stunning views over the Fowey Estuary.Unstuffy, Unpretentious AA Top 200 Red Star Hotel.Georgian former Residence of Bishop of Truro

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Fowey Hotel (0.33 miles)

Fowey Hotel

An award winner in the Cornwall Tourism Awards 2008, The Fowey Hotel is renowned for its friendly, relaxed atmosphere and high standards. AA Rosette recognition for fine food is a staple here and The Fowey’s ... More | visit website

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Fowey Hall (0.40 miles)

Fowey Hall

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Fowey Hall Hotel in Fowey was the inspiration behind Toad Hall in 'Wind in the Willows' and sits in a spectacular location overlooking the sailing and fishing port of Fowey ... More | visit website

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Menabilly Holidays (1.63 miles)

Menabilly Holidays

Menabilly is an old family estate set in woodland on an unspoilt peninsular halfway between Plymouth and Falmouth and close to Fowey and St.Austell on the South Coast of Cornwall.
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The Cormorant Hotel (1.67 miles)

The Cormorant Hotel

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The Cormorant Hotel is an independent luxury Hotel, which nestles on a hillside high above the glorious River Fowey, in the Cornish village of Golant, one of Cornwall's hidden treasures.We ... More

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Trenython Manor Hotel & Spa (2.17 miles)

Trenython Manor Hotel & Spa
A beautiful and imposing English country house, Trenython Manor has an added sheen of magnificence and opulence created by stunning Italian flourishes and original features, which include sweeping staircases and colonnades, fabulous Italian marble and ... More | visit website

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