The Attractions of Fowey

Surrounded by wonderful coastline and countryside, Fowey is a very unique Cornish town.  It is steeped in history and has retained its special charm and remains unspoilt.  The busy harbour offers the tourist plenty of entertainment.  Relaxing on the quay, watching the many boats and gigs on the river, even the occasional cruise liner berthing, are popular pastimes as is having fun on the river itself.  Ferry, fishing and river trips, canoe, sailing dinghy and motorboat hire are all available. 

The town boasts many restaurants and pubs each with their own character.  The shops are varied offering basic provisions for a self catering holiday as well as those selling specialised gifts, clothes and paintings.  There are two small beaches both offering safe bathing and beautiful scenery.  Both are a very short walk from the apartment.  Readymoney Cove is very pretty and the larger of the two.  Whitehouse is nearer the town and has a small sea water swimming pool set amongst the rocks.  Fowey and the surrounding area have plenty to offer the tourist.  From Fowey ferries are available to Bodinnick, Polruan and Mevagissey.  Fishing and river trips are extremely popular.  For those who are more energetic there is a leisure centre with outside pool.

Walking is one of the most popular pastimes for visitors to Fowey.  Spectacular scenery can be seen from the beautiful Hall Walk, Saints Way and the coastal footpaths.  The very famous Eden Project is approximately 15 minutes away - not to be missed!!  The unique Lost Gardens of Heligan are approximately 30 minutes away as is the spectacular National Trust property of Lanhydock House and estate.  The two main events in the Fowey calendar are the regatta and the Du Maurier festival.  The regatta week in August sees 7 days of yacht, dinghy and gig racing.  The harbour is an amazing sight during this week.  Events also include two firework displays, a carnival, raft races, a red arrow display (weather permitting) not to mention the pasty eating competition and the famous Giant Pasty's trip across the river from Polruan to Fowey.  Fun for all!  The Du Maurier festival occurs in May and celebrates the life and works Daphne Du Maurier and also Art and Literature in the wider sense.  The nine days programme is full of variety with many celebrity guests and speakers.

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