Trips and Tours

Information on boat trips, guided walks, tours and fishing trips.Whether you fancy a trip on the river, a spot of fishing or want to find out more about the history of the area you will find ideas here.
For more ideas of things to do while you are here please browse our other activities and attractions pages.

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River Trips, Guided River Trips, Town Walks, Town Tours, Fishing Trips.

River Trips

Between Easter and October boat trips are available from the Town Quay in Fowey.
All boats are open boats and take a maximum of either 12 or 20 passengers.
All trips are dependent on the weather conditions at the time.

Fowey Harbour Cruise - Usually a 45 minute trip around the harbour taking in the sights from the docks up river down to the harbour mouth, with the boatman providing information on what you can see. These trips operate throughout the day and do not need to be booked in advance, for daily information visit the blue hut on Town Quay.

Lerryn and Lostwithiel Trips - These trips are dependent on the high spring tide so only run for a few days about every two weeks. They last around three hours and will visit either Lerryn or Lostwithiel. You will usually have just under an hour to explore once you arrive. The boatmen display boards on Town Quay advertising when these trips run and normally they need to be booked in advance, more information is available from the blue hut on Town Quay.

Guided River Trips

Two guided trips are available both lasting about three hours.
Each trip offers around one hour ashore before returning to Fowey.
Only a few of these trips run each year and advance booking is essential.
Dates and contact details for booking can be found in our Events guide.

The Wind in the Willows River Trip - Travel to Lerryn accompanied by a Blue Badge Guide who will provide information on Kenneth Grahame and The Wind in the Willows as well as the sights along the way. When you arrive in Lerryn there will be time for a cup of tea or ice cream or a walk around with your guide.

The Stannary Cruise to Lostwithiel - A trip up the river to Lostwithiel where you will be met by a Blue Badge Guide for a tour of this historic town.

Town Walks

If you would like to find out more about the history of Fowey, Polruan or Lostwithiel why not join the town walks which run throughout the season. You can also be guided around the lovely Hall Walk

Fowey Town Walk - If you are more interested in exploring Fowey then a guided walk leaves from Town Quay at 1100hrs every Tuesday from Easter to the end of September. It provides plenty of opportunity to wander the town's interesting streets and find out about the town's colourful history. You can either meet by the board on Town Quay or book a place on this walk by telephoning +44(0)1726 833616.The terrain includes several short flights of steps and steep hills and may not be suitable for those with certain mobility problems.

Lostwithiel Town Walk - Running weekily throughout the season, the guided tour of the town starts from the Community Centre. For details please telephone +44(0)1208 872207.

Polruan Village Walk - Running every second and fourth Thursday of the month between April and September. Meet at the Coal Wharf next to Polruan Quay at 11am, tour ends around 1pm. If you wish to book a place on this walk in advance telephone  +44(0)1726 833616. The terrain includes several short flights of steps and steep hills and may not be suitable for those with certain mobility problems.

The Hall Walk - Running on the first Wednesday of the month between May and September. Meet above the ferry landing at Bodinnick at 10.30am for a four mile country walk to Polruan where the walk ends at about 3pm. You can return to Fowey on the Polruan Ferry. You will need money for fares on both ferries. Please bring a picnic lunch. The terrain is steep and rocky in parts and may be muddy. The walk may not be suitable for those with certain mobility problems. If you wish to book a place on this walk in advance telephone  +44(0)1726 833616.

Town Tours

Fowey Town Tour - Starting at Town Quay, take a ride around the town to see what Fowey has to offer, you will be taken to some of Fowey's stunning viewpoints and hear about the history of the town and more along the way. Operates most days during the summer, no booking necessary, space to store pushchairs and wheelchairs if required.

Fishing Trips

Fishing on the Luna Blue - Fishing trips out of Fowey to your requirements, fully licensed to carry six people.Most days from early April to Early October.
Book with Steve Perrin on 07853 201596.

Fishing on 'Moogie' - Fishing as well as coastal and river cruises. Private bookings welcome.
Contact Dan on 07792 625908

Shark Angling Club, Looe - Shark, mackerel, reef and wreck fishing, evening conger.
Tel: +44(0)1503 262642