Fowey
A steep incline leads down to the cobbled streets of Fowey on the south coast, where you’ll find a delightful little town with some great shops.
Quaint cobbled streets and fantastic tea rooms
Stroll down charming cobbled streets and step into a town that feels like it’s from another time. Take a closer look, and you’ll find vibrant shop windows brimming with artisan treasures, cosy tea rooms offering delicious homemade cakes, and a lively atmosphere buzzing with energy.
Fowey is a delight to visit. Nestled beside the river and connected by the Boddinick Ferry, it’s the perfect place to while away the time. Watch sailing boats drift by, uncover the latest Cornish novel in a charming bookshop, mooch around a gallery, or hunt for treasures in the antique shops.
Walks and ferry
If you arrive by car, it’s worth parking at the car park at the top of the town. There are fantastic views over the estuary and a steep and winding walk to Readymoney Cove to be enjoyed.
Weekly town walks of Fowey, Polruan and Lostwithiel are available during peak season but there are plenty of coast paths and coves to discover. Much of the surrounding land is cared for by The National Trust.
The Hall walk is a particularly good circular walk, which includes a trip on the Bodinnick Ferry and then back on the Polruan ferry.
Festivals
There is a strong literary following in Fowey with a festival each year. Daphne du Maurier lived and wrote from Ferryside, Menabilly and Kilmarth and Kenneth Graham based some of The Wind in the Willows on the area. Look out for:
- Fowey Royal Regatta
- Festival of Arts and Literature
- Christmas Markets
