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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. Fowey River Trips and Sea Cruises
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5.0 based on 195 reviews
Sight seeing tours on the Fowey River and surrounding areas. Private parties catered for. School trips, wedding trips, birthdays. Contact us with your needs.
2. Fowey Town Tours
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5.0 based on 116 reviews
A very relaxed way of seeing Fowey. We will take you places you probably would miss and tell you things you certainly would not have known to give you a real flavour of the ancient port of Fowey. One of the nicest things to do in Fowey. Our tour takes 25 minutes during which time we tell you tales of of the past, snippets of today, and all the time you will see some magnificent views We start from Town Quay and operate everyday at 11.00am (Sunday start 12.00)from 1st May to 30th Sept (weather permitting!!).
3. Fowey River Boat Hire
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5.0 based on 62 reviews
Explore the river and harbour in your own boat at your own leisure. Having a boat will add a new dimension to your holiday. Forget the car and collect your shopping by boat. Moor the boat outside or near your holiday cottage, take a picnic, go fishing catch your own tea. All safety equipment provided.
4. Encounter Cornwall
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5.0 based on 148 reviews
Encounter Cornwall offers guided Kayak trips and hire on the beautiful Fowey River Estuary in Cornwall. With the introduction of Paddle Cornwall SUP in 2020 we have now increased our portfolio to include Stand Up Paddle (SUP) lessons and tours. Choose between our Creeks & Backwaters or Wildlife and Waterfronts Kayak tours, which launch either side of the High Tide, or join us on a New 2 SUP or SUP Taster & Tour. Our trips, lessons and hire are suitable for anyone with a reasonable level of fitness. We also offer a range tailor made sessions for corporate groups, hen, stag and birthday parties ... Kayak Hire is available for experienced paddlers and is normally for up to 4 hours. For full information on availability and pricing, please visit our website and book on line or message us for more information.
5. Bird Lady of Fowey
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5.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By SimSav1 - London, United Kingdom
We had an absolutely bird-tastic time with Sarah and her feathered friends. We went back in September and still talk about it now, occasionally doing impressions of BB (a Eurasian eagle own) who was just so full of character with a terrific hoot. I think the highlight for me was taking Loki out flying across the field. It was exhilarating to see what a fantastic and agile animal a hawk is, and to have him swoop down from afar and land on your wrist, it was extraordinary. I could go on and on about all the other birds, including the adorable Peanut, but just book and see for yourself. Sarah was a fountain of knowledge so it was a both pleasure and an honour to learn about these incredible creatures (and feed them!) We did the 'Close Up Handling and Flying Experience' and highly recommend it as an unforgettable experience.
6. Fowey Estuary
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4.5 based on 738 reviews
Reviewed By PJaneS - Bath, United Kingdom
Fowey is delightful, busy in the summer and popular with tourists, but absolutely charming. Wander up and down (steeply) to get there, enjoying the views and the old buildings. Potter along to Readymoney Cove (and view houses of celebrities!) or take the ferry to Polruan. Or sit and watch the traffic up and down the estuary and watch the world go by with a coffee or an ice cream or a Cornish Pasty!
7. Fowey Aquarium
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4.5 based on 333 reviews
Reviewed By Claire72
This aquarium isn't big but that's reflected in the admission price. Its highlights for me are that all the sea creatures you can see are local to the Fowey area, all caught locally I believe, and we loved the Touch Pool where you can pick up crabs and starfish. We really enjoyed our visit here and would definitely recommend for an activity that doesn't take too long.
8. South West Coast Path - St Catherine's Castle, Fowey
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4.5 based on 42 reviews
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.
9. Polruan Ferry
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4.5 based on 180 reviews
Reviewed By ScenerySteve - Beckington, United Kingdom
These passenger ferry small boats ply back and forth across the estuary on a regular basis. Do make the trip and ideally do the Halls walk to fully appreciate the scenery.
10. Bodinnick Ferry
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4.0 based on 342 reviews
Reviewed By DelLancashire - Chorley, United Kingdom
A lovely little car very that takes just 3 minutes to cross the Fowey estuary and saves a long drive around. Very easy to drive on and off it.
