Fowey

Fowey is a picturesque sailing town on Cornwall’s south coast, its steep, narrow streets tumbling down to a working harbour on the Fowey Estuary, long favoured by writers and still closely associated with Daphne du Maurier.

Beyond the harbour, the town connects to Readymoney Cove, the passenger ferry across to Polruan, and some of the finest stretches of the South West Coast Path in this part of Cornwall.

Everything we cover in Fowey starts here, with detailed guides below to the best beaches, walks, places to eat and stay, and things to do in the area.

Best places to park in Fowey

Read our full guide >The best places to park in FoweyPlanning a visit to the picturesque harbour town of Fowey? Navigate the narrow streets and steep hills with ease using our essential parking guide. From the spacious Main Car Park…

Best things to do in Fowey

Read our full guide >The best things to do in FoweyFowey is a town defined by the river. It is a haven for sailors, a muse for authors like Daphne du Maurier, and a maze of narrow medieval streets that…

Beaches near Fowey

BeachReadymoney Cove Beach, FoweyReadymoney Cove sits just south of Fowey, reached by a short walk from the town centre through Readymoney car park and down a steep footpath to the sand. The cove…

Walks near Fowey

Walk · 4.3 milesHall Walk, Fowey to PolruanThe Hall Walk runs from Fowey to Polruan, covering approximately 6.9km. The path itself dates back to at least the sixteenth century, when it was created by the Mohun family…

Best places to eat in Fowey

Read our full guide >The best places to eat in FoweyFowey (pronounced 'Foy' as in 'Joy') is one of Cornwall's most chic sailing towns. The food scene here mirrors its atmosphere: stylish, slightly exclusive, but deeply connected to the river.…

Best places to stay in Fowey

Read our full guide >The best places to stay in FoweyFowey is a town of two halves: the bustling, historic waterfront and the grand merchant houses perched high on the hills. Accommodation here ranges from luxury hotels that inspired The…

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