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 or Lostwithiel why not join the town walks which run throughout the season.

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.

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.

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.
The Fishing Tackle Shop (bookings) +44(0)1726 833327 or Steve Perrin on 07853 201596.

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