Fowey
Fowey is situated on the west bank of the River Fowey
on the south coast of Cornwall between Looe and Mevagissey. Designated
as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Fowey has a unique charm
which holds a special fascination for visitors of all ages.
Quaint cottages, narrow steep winding streets with
glimpses of the shimmering river below, busy with yachts and boats;
cobbled walkways perfumed with flowers from hanging baskets and
window boxes and the quays bustling with life, all help to enchant
the holidaymaker, many of whom choose to visit us year after year.
Fowey
is not only a beautiful town with a fabulous history but also a
thriving commercial seaport. The town's natural harbour is a haven
for yachtsmen and attracts a multitude of sailing dinghies, yachts,
schooners and motor launchers.
The Fowey Estuary has to be one of the most attractive
and unspoilt parts of Britain's south coast. The peaceful Fowey
River is surrounded by many miles of lovely open countryside, much
of which is in the ownership of the National Trust.
Situated on the opposite bank of the river, is the
village of Polruan which is easily reached by the regular foot passenger
ferry from Fowey. Further up the river there is a car ferry which
runs between Fowey and Bodinnick on the other side of the river.
There are many lovely walks around the Estuary with
its quiet waters, green woodland and mass of wildlife which can
be enjoyed all the year round. In fact, more and more people are
coming to the Estuary out of the main season to experience the more
rugged aspect of Cornwall. The sight of the river when the winter
gales are raging can be quite spectacular and perhaps, at times,
a little too exciting for the competitive sailors and yachtsmen,
to say nothing of those whose livelihood is connected with the water!

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