Fowey

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Fowey (Cornish: Fowydh) (pronounced 'Foy') is a small fishing town on the south coast of Cornwall, situated at the mouth of the river Fowey. It is set on the west side of a steep valley, so be prepared for much walking up and down. There are many pubs and restaurants. The place comes alive in the summer, and the Fowey Regatta in mid August attracts many yachts and sailing boats.

St Catherine's Castle, St Catherines Cove, PL23 1JH. artillery fortifications build around 1540

Fowey Aquarium, Town Quay, PL23 1AT, +44 7815 840467.

The Regatta is a week of events and races in mid August.

There are many restaurants serving a mixture of cuisines.

  • Sam's Restaurant, 20 Fore St, PL23 1AQ. A Cornish-brand of diner restaurants, Sam's is always busy with a great vibe and great tunes. Offering simple good food without the frills, they specialise in fresh seafood and filling hand-made burgers with all the trimmings.
  • The Taipan. This is Fowey's Chinese restaurant and takeaway, and it is pretty much your only option past 9pm on a Friday night. Although usually very nice, they do have a habit of changing their kitchen staff every season, so it can vary a bit.
  • The Toll Bar. Featuring a wonderful riverside terrace, this bistro mainly attracts the lunchtime crowd who want to sit in the sun and sample some fresh local seafood.
  • The Globe.
  • The Galley in The Gallants. This eatery specialises in "food for hungry sailors": barbecues, burgers, good Sunday roasts, etc. Eat inside or out on the waterfront.
  • The Red Herring. This cool cafe/bar has a European vibe and a pizza oven to match.

Sam's Restaurant, 20 Fore St, PL23 1AQ. A Cornish-brand of diner restaurants, Sam's is always busy with a great vibe and great tunes. Offering simple good food without the frills, they specialise in fresh seafood and filling hand-made burgers with all the trimmings.

The Taipan. This is Fowey's Chinese restaurant and takeaway, and it is pretty much your only option past 9pm on a Friday night. Although usually very nice, they do have a habit of changing their kitchen staff every season, so it can vary a bit.

The Toll Bar. Featuring a wonderful riverside terrace, this bistro mainly attracts the lunchtime crowd who want to sit in the sun and sample some fresh local seafood.

The Globe.

The Galley in The Gallants. This eatery specialises in "food for hungry sailors": barbecues, burgers, good Sunday roasts, etc. Eat inside or out on the waterfront.

The Red Herring. This cool cafe/bar has a European vibe and a pizza oven to match.

Many good pubs catering for all tastes.

  • The King of Prussia, 3 Town Quay, PL23 1AT, +44 1726 833694.
  • The Lugger, 5 Fore St, PL23 1AH, +44 1726 833435. 11AM-midnight.
  • The Ship Inn, Trafalgar Square, PL23 1AZ, +44 1726 832230. 10AM-midnight.
  • The Safe Harbour, 58 Lostwithiel St, PL23 1BQ, +44 1726 833379.
  • The Galleon, 12 Fore St, PL23 1AQ, +44 1726 833014.

The King of Prussia, 3 Town Quay, PL23 1AT, +44 1726 833694.

The Lugger, 5 Fore St, PL23 1AH, +44 1726 833435. 11AM-midnight.

The Ship Inn, Trafalgar Square, PL23 1AZ, +44 1726 832230. 10AM-midnight.

The Safe Harbour, 58 Lostwithiel St, PL23 1BQ, +44 1726 833379.

The Galleon, 12 Fore St, PL23 1AQ, +44 1726 833014.

During the summer months there's a regular passenger ferry between Mevagissey and Fowey, which is a nice way to spend 30 minutes on a sunny day. Alternatively walk along the coastal path in either direction passing by some beautiful and quiet beaches, or hire cycles in the nearby Pentewan village and go for a ride along the many cycle paths nearby.

The Hall Walk stretches around the other side of the river from Polruan to Bodinnick and can be walked in either direction. Both ends of the walk are linked to Fowey by ferry, and the walk gives wonderful views of Fowey, the river and its tributaries. Even more importantly, there are pubs at each end so you can finish your walk with a well deserved local ale or a bite to eat.