5 Sights & Landmarks in Fowey That You Shouldn't Miss

February 15, 2022 Etsuko Causey

Fowey (/ˈfɔɪ/ ( listen) FOY; Cornish: Fowydh, meaning 'Beech Trees') is a small town, civil parish and cargo port at the mouth of the River Fowey in south Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. The town has been in existence since before 1300; the estuary of the River Fowey forms a natural harbour which enabled the town to become an important trading centre. Privateers also made use of the sheltered harbourage. The Lostwithiel and Fowey Railway brought China clay here for export.
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1. South West Coast Path Walk - Creeks and Coves: Bodinnick, Polruan and Fowey

Bodinnick Car Park, Fowey PL23 1DF England +44 1752 896237 [email protected] http://www.southwestcoastpath.com/walksdb/46/
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5.0 based on 43 reviews

South West Coast Path Walk - Creeks and Coves: Bodinnick, Polruan and Fowey

This 6 mile walk on the South West Coast path takes in wonderful countryside, wooded creeks and stunning coastal views.There is a wealth of historical and literary interest as well as plenty of opportunities for refreshments. Add two short ferry rides to make a great day out.

38 Fore Street, Fowey PL23 1AQ England +44 1726 833828 [email protected] http://www.foweyrivergallery.co.uk/main.php?rd=&x=&bid=
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Fowey River Gallery

Reviewed By SteveB316 - Fowey, United Kingdom

Love the variety and quality on offer here, easily the best retail shop in Fowey. Love the Suzie Marsh things but there is so much more on offer, you just need to make sure you look round.

3. South West Coast Path - St Catherine's Castle, Fowey

Coombe National Trust Car Park, Fowey PL23 1HW England +44 1752 896237 [email protected] http://www.southwestcoastpath.com/walksdb/647
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South West Coast Path - St Catherine's Castle, Fowey

A short 2.6 mile walk on the South West Coast Path around a strategic headland on the River Fowey, used to defend the estuary and harbour for over 2000 years. With terrific sea views, the walk passes a castle built by Henry VIII modified during the Crimean War and Second World War. It also visits 2 small, secluded coves before heading up a woodland path past Daphne du Maurier's 'Manderley'.

Reviewed By SimonG531 - Cheltenham, United Kingdom

Walked the South West Coast path from Fowey to Polkerris and took in St Catherine's Castle as part of the walk - well worth the stop to view these ruins.

4. Fowey Parish Church

Church Ave The Vicarage, Fowey PL23 1BU England +44 1726 833091 http://www.foweyparishchurch.org/
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Fowey Parish Church

Reviewed By ChirpyLass - Berkeley, United Kingdom

This church is stunning and well worth a visit. Beautiful setting and lovely slice of history in a beautiful little town.

5. St Catherine's Castle

3/4 mile from Readymoney Cove car park, Fowey PL23 1JD England +44 117 975 0700 http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/st-catherines-castle/
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St Catherine's Castle

Reviewed By PaulM13324

Castle is not huge but has great views of the River Fowey and across to Polruan. You definitely need walking shoes as the path can be muddy. Readymoney Cove is a quaint spot with a nice little beach. Main observation is that once you leave the car park, directional signs to the castle appear to be non existent. Keep an eye out for the English Heritage flag which gives you an idea of where you need to go. Also, it would have been helpful to have some more info boards at the castle to show how the ruins may have looked originally and to explain what the remains are.

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