Fowey

The  Port of Fowey has been of great maritime importance for centuries - a fact reflected in the events of the town's history stretching back for hundreds of years.  The town is situated at the mouth of the River Fowey, with a large, deep-water harbour providing safe anchorage for a large number of merchant ships; busy collecting china clay, timber & other exports.  They're joined during the summer season by a veritable flotilla of leisure boats & yachts, locals and visitors, of all shapes and sizes.  The Fowey Regatta during August is probably the highlight of the sailing and town's year with events on the water, in & around the town - and in the air when the RAF's famous Red Arrows acrobatic team give their fantastic display above the Fowey Estuary.

Fowey's most famous resident is probably Daphne du Maurier who took a great deal of inspiration from, and set her novels in, the beautiful landscapes of the Fowey Estuary. From 'Mandalay' to 'Jamaica Inn', you can follow the locations of the du Maurier novels and learn more about du Maurier's life and work whilst enjoying a guided walk with local Blue Badge Guides. Celebrating her literary achievements and also the Arts in general, the Daphne du Maurier Festival is held in Fowey and the surrounding area in May each year. The main events are held in a Festival Village -with 600 seat Marquee & 160 seat Theatre - approached from the Main Car Park

Today in Fowey, there is much to attract the visitor; charming streets with fascinating shops, river & coastal walks, sailing, river cruises, the angler's paradise of river or sea fishing, and a wide selection of cafes, pubs and restaurants to suit all tastes !