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Fowey Tourist Information


Fowey (pronounced 'Foy') is a historic seafaring town, with a network of narrow streets climbing up the hills. Once home of the 'Fowey Gallants' the fierce Fowey seamen who raided the coast of France during the Hundred-Year War.

The Haven a house on the waterside was the home of Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch (1863-1944) author of some of the best stories about Cornwall. At one time Mayor of Fowey, the 'Troy Town' in his novels.

Daphne du Maurier is the other author associated with the town; you can visit the Du Maurier Literary Centre, an exhibition of the writer's life and work.

St. Catherine's Castle - A small gun fort built by Henry VIII. As part of the chain of south-west defences.

 

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What's near Fowey

Attractions:
  Eden Project  4 Miles
  Pine Lodge Gardens and Nursery  5 Miles
  Restormel Castle  5 Miles
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Towns:
  Lanteglos  1 Mile
  Golant  2 Miles
  St. Veep  2 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Fowey River Ltd  <1 Mile
  Countrywide Residential Lettings  7 Miles
  Holmes and Jardin  7 Miles
Hotels:
  Fowey Hall Hotel  <1 Mile
  Fowey Hotel  <1 Mile
  Cliff Head Hotel  5 Miles
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Bed and Breakfast:
  The Old Forge  3 Miles
  Tyward House  4 Miles
  Brambles  4 Miles
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Self Catering:
  Cartole Cottages  4 Miles
  Poltor Cottage  4 Miles
  Talehay Cottages  5 Miles
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Campsites:
  Penhale Camping & Caravan Park  2 Miles
  Camping Caradon Touring Park  6 Miles
  Tencreek Holiday Park  6 Miles

Cinema: Odeon Plymouth  21 Miles

TIC: Fowey Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01726 833616  <1 Mile


Attractions near Fowey
Eden Project (4 Miles)*
This Living Theatre of Plants and People is a vibrant reminder of our place in nature and is a living demonstration of regeneration.
Pine Lodge Gardens and Nursery (5 Miles)*
The present owners moved here in 1976 and became fascinated with the world of plants. The collection now stands at over 6000, all labelled.
Restormel Castle (5 Miles)*
Restormel Castle was once the romantic stronghold of Edward, the Black Prince. Set high on a motted mound, this splendid castle ruin is one of the former strongholds of the Dukes of Cornwall.
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Towns near Fowey
Lanteglos Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
Golant Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
St. Veep Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
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Hotels near Fowey
Fowey Hall Hotel (< 1 Mile)*
The Fowey Hall Hotel is a magnificent 19th Century Cornish mansion, set in five acres of rambling gardens, with dramatic view of Fowey Town, the river estuary and out to sea.
Fowey Hotel (< 1 Mile)*
The Fowey Hotel is one of Cornwall's hidden treasures. This beautiful luxury Cornish hotel's idyllic location sets the scene for a relaxing, peaceful and enjoyable stay.
Cliff Head Hotel (5 Miles)*
Located along a private road, a short distance from the A38, the Cliff Head hotel is close to gorgeous sandy beaches and coves. Offering the guest comfort, peace and tranquility, the hotel is still close to all the attractions of the Cornish Riviera.
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Self Catering near Fowey
Cartole Cottages (4 Miles)*
Along a quiet leafy country lane a select group of six holiday cottages are set in six acres of grounds, surrounded by a patchwork of fields. Situated between Looe and Polperro and with easy access to the coast.
Poltor Cottage (4 Miles)*
Sorry no children under 12. Poltor Cottage is always in popular demand as it is in a rural setting with sea views in South Cornwall.
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