A guide for visitors to Polkerris, Menabilly and Par in Cornwall, incl. information on where to stay, eat, shop and play. Where to walk and what to see. About Polkerris, Menabilly and Par in Cornwall To the wes t of Fowey you come to Menabilly, this beautiful headland has dramatic views from the Gribben Daymark back towards Fowey and out across St Austell Bay. You can climb the tower on most Sundays during the summer, and the views are breathtaking. The countryside, footpaths and coves here are where Daphne du Maurier walked and drew inspiration for much of her writing, she lived for many years at Menabilly. You can discover some of these beautiful locations by visiting our walking page. From here you can also follow the narrow country lanes down to Polkerris, a delightful and popular beachside village with a pub, bistro, cafe and watersports. Close by is the small town of Par which has the largest beach in the area – Par Sands. Dog friendly and perfect for children, the beach is safe and offers full facilities. Only minutes from The Eden Project and also having a mainline station, Par is a perfect base for exploring the wider area. You may also like to search our Accommodation, Events or Activities & Attractions pages for information on where to stay, things to do as well as local shops , restaurants and more.

A guide for visitors to Fowey, Cornwall, incl. a Street Map, where to park, child and dog friendly tips, an accessibility guide and the Daphne du Maurier connection. Visitor Information Visitor Information Visitor Information Visitor Information 1/1 Visitor Information for Fowey The Fowey Estuary has much to offer the visitor not only in the towns and villages, but the surrounding countryside also. In this section you will find a wealth of information to help you plan your time here and get the most out of your stay. You will also find information on Daphne du Maurier and other local authors , all of whom found much inspiration for their writing in Fowey and the surrounding area. Browse these pages to guide you around the area, a useful street map , public transport and where to park , as well as a range of information pages to help make things a little easier while you are here whether you are visiting with children , a dog or need some accessibility information . We hope it will help you to discover how much this beautiful area has to offer. You can also view a digital version of The Fowey Visitor Guide by clicking on the image below:-

Find out where to eat out in Fowey. Primary field offers great food and drink. Captain Hanks Crab & Snack Shack Fowey Captain Hanks.jpg Captain Hanks.jpg 1/1 Captain Hanks Crab & Snack Shack. Based in Berrill's Yard, Fowey. During the main season only

A guide to things to do in Fowey, Cornwall, incl. Trips & Tours, Fun on the Water, A Local Beach Guide, Attractions, Open Gardens, Local Walks & Places of Interest. Harbour Cruise Take a secnic Harbour Cruise Fowey Aquarium Meet some of our local sea creatures Sea Fishing Book a sea fishing trip Harbour Cruise Take a secnic Harbour Cruise 1/6 Search Things To Do Activities Activities Attractions Attractions Beach Guide Beach Guide Places of Interest Places of Interest Walking from Fowey Walking from Fowey On The Water On The Water Trips & Tours Trips & Tours Gardens Gardens Things To Do in Fowey There is a wealth of things to see and do in and around the Fowey estuary, browse this section for great ideas on some of the leisure activities and attractions that are on offer. A holiday in Cornwall would not be complete without a trip to the beach, our beach guide will give you details of those close to the Fowey Estuary. We also have a great many places of interest in the area including historical sites, landmarks, nearby towns and villages, fabulous gardens and some fascinating houses and castles. Those of you who are keen on walking will find the area overflowing with routes, we are of course ideally placed for the South West Coast Path, but you can also enjoy exploring the estuary and surrounding countryside. Getting out on the water is another must when here in Fowey, take a look at our on the water guide for some ideas. Fowey is a centre for sailing and the estuary is ideal for exploring by kayak. It is great fun to rent a self-drive motor boat and explore the estuary as Captain of your own "ship"! Alternatively, look at our trips & tours section as there are many escorted boat trips and guided walks available. Canoeing, cycling, fishing, golf and horse riding are all activities available in the area, we also have details of things to do on a rainy day, family attractions, leisure centres and parks.

Find out where to eat out in Fowey. Primary field offers great food and drink. Fishermans Arms Golant Fishermans Arms.jpg Fishermans Arms.jpg 1/1 A charming character Inn dating back to 1826 with spacious outside terraces boasting stunning views over the River Fowey. Choice of traditional cask ales with hot & cold meals and snacks served daily.

Find out where to eat out in Fowey. Primary field offers great food and drink. Ship Inn - Lerryn Lostwithiel Ship Inn Lerryn.jpg Ship Inn Lerryn.jpg 1/1 Our bar and restaurant is an ideal meeting and relaxing place for travellers and locals alike. We offer you an extensive choice of real ales, a wide selection of wines by the glass or an extensive range of spirits. Our bar/restaurant food is prepared by our chef, Hasan Akkos, who takes pride in serving you well presented, freshly prepared and locally sourced produce.

Find out where to eat out in Fowey. Primary field offers great food and drink. Lugger Inn - Polruan Polruan Lugger Polruan.jpg Lugger Polruan.jpg 1/1 The team invite you to come and join them at The Lugger. Not to be confused with the Fowey-based pub of the same name. The Lugger is one of two pubs serving the community of Polruan and its environs. It is situated right on Polruan Quay, mere yards from the Fowey-Polruan foot ferry. It first opened way back in 1794, in a building that at one time housed sail lofts, fish cellars and even served as private housing This pub offers real ales, great wines and a superb collection of gins. Their team of chefs have a delicious seasonal, locally sourced menu of your favourite pub dishes. Their aim is to deliver the perfect pub experience with great food and a welcoming atmosphere. Fully dog friendly There is also a takeaway hatch offering hot takeaway food, plus beer, wine & hot drinks.

Advertise in The Fowey Tourist Guide Last Year, 20,000 copies were snapped up by inquisitive visitors! Copies are distributed to local Tourist Information Centres, shops, holiday businesses, people requesting them via post and in the display boxes at the main car parks and other key locations around the town. The Guides are packed with lots of useful information about local facilities and transport links so they provide a handy references source for people throughout their stay in the area. They also include historical details on Fowey, Polruan, Bodinnick & Golant as well as facts about many place of interest and a guide to walking around the area. The Guide also has the ONLY street map of Fowey that is currently printed. All useful to long term and daily visitors alike. Advertisements run alongside all of this well-read content, so advertisers can be sure that their sales messages will be seen many times over. Prices are very reasonable too, starting at just £175 for a display advertisement. Download a copy of our Rate Card now for full details.

Find things to do in Fowey. Primary field offers a great choice of things to do. Woodys Bike Park Fowey Woodys Bike Park.jpg Woodys Bike Park.jpg 1/1 Woodys Bike Park is the first bike park to be built in Cornwall. Our park is family owned and run by mountain bikers for mountain bikers.

Find out where to eat out in Fowey. Primary field offers great food and drink. Duchy Nursery Cafe Lostwithiel Duchy Nursery Cafe.jpg Duchy Nursery Cafe.jpg 1/1 The Cafe style is relaxed and comfortable, the food is freshly prepared to order and all produced on the premises by our team of talented chefs.

Find out where to eat out in Fowey. Primary field offers great food and drink. Sunny Spice Fowey Sunny Spice.jpg Sunny Spice.jpg 1/1 Southern Indian cuisine presented in a contemporary European style

Find out where to eat out in Fowey. Primary field offers great food and drink. Denaro's at the Fowey Gallants Sailing Club Fowey Denaros.jpg Denaros.jpg 1/1 Restaurant serving a wide range of homemade food at the Fowey Gallants Sailing Club.