River Fowey
The River Fowey is a river in Cornwall, England, United Kingdom.
It rises about 1 mile north-west of Brown Willy on Bodmin Moor, passes Lanhydrock House, Restormel Castle and Lostwithiel, then broadens at Milltown before joining the English Channel at Fowey. It is only navigable by larger craft for the last 7 miles. There is a ferry between Fowey and Bodinnick. The first road crossing is in Lostwithiel. The river has seven tributaries, the largest being the River Lerryn.
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Uses of the River Fowey
Sailing
The River Fowey is famous for its sailing because of its natural harbour . In the past it has been visited by up to 7000 yachts in one season.
Kayaking and canoeing
Almost all sections of the river have been paddled by kayakers and canoeists, including the whitewater sections higher up on the moor, down to the estuary.
Fishing
Many fish can be caught in the River Fowey so lots of fishermen come to enjoy the excellent fishing conditions.
Hiking
Fowey has very pleasant sites and special paths made for hiking and walking along the river and around the countryside surrounding the towns.
Tourism
Fowey is designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty. As well as hikers, holiday makers and tourists visit the river to visit places of interest and eat the freshly caught fish!
Golitha Falls
Golitha Falls are a set of waterfalls located to the north of Bodmin Moor. There is a 1-3 mile riverside walk, from the visitor car park. The crux of the falls require careful footing, over steep sided banks. [1]
Etymology
The name is pronounced Goleetha, derived from word obstruction in Cornish. [2]
China Clay Industry
Fowey is famous for exporting China Clay around the world. Ships from many places pick up the clay from the harbour.
Transport
There are two pedestrian ferries and one vehicle ferry which connect Fowey Polruan and Bodinnick.
Transport On The River
Bus Services
First
Operates a regular daily service between Fowey and St Austell Service number 25. From St Austell Bus Station connecting buses operate to other locations in Cornwall. Last daily service from Fowey leaves at 2304hrs, Monday to Saturday.
Town Bus
A regular service running every 15 minutes from outside the church in the town centre to the main car park on Hanson Drive. Service runs seven days a week from 1000 - 1900hrs.
Polruan Coach
A service between Polruan, Polperro and Looe from 1st June to 30th September. The service runs twice a day on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Roselyn Coaches
Operates weekly trips to Plymouth, Truro and Trago Mills.
Truronian
Operates 4 services per day (Monday to Friday) from Lostwithiel to St Austell, Stenalees, the China Clay Country Park and also stops close to the Eden Project. It also serves the village of Luxulyan where the Saints' Way footway can be accessed. Bus service number is T24. Departs Royal Talbot at 0852, 1057, 1317 & 1457.
Ferry Services
Fowey to Polruan Passenger and Cycle Ferry
Summer service runs 1st May - 30th September from Whitehouse Slip until 1815 hrs. From 1830 hrs service operates from Town Quay until 2300 hrs. Continuous service from 0715 hrs Monday - Saturday and 0900 hrs on Sunday. Please check notice board for further information during August. Winter service runs 1st October - 30th April leaving Town Quay. Monday - Saturday 0715 hrs until 1900 hrs continuous service. Sundays 1000 hrs until 1700 hrs continuous service.
Ferry services are subject to weather conditions.
Fowey to Bodinnick Vehicle Ferry
Summer service operates 1st April - 31st October. Service starts 0700 hrs Monday - Saturday and 0800 hrs on Sunday.
Winter service runs until 2045 hrs or dusk (which ever comes first). Winter service operates 1st November - 31st March runs until 1900 hrs. Service starts 0700 hrs Monday - Friday, 0800 hrs on Saturday and 0900 hrs on Sunday. Ferry services are subject to weather conditions.
Fowey to Mevagissey Passenger Ferry
A timetabled summer service between Fowey and Mevagissey leaving Whitehouse Slip. Journey time is around 40 minutes, please see leaflet or notice board for sailings. An alternative route to The Lost Gardens of Heligan, finishing the journey by foot or taxi. This service is dependent on weather conditions.
Taxi Services
The following firms operate a service to and from Fowey:
- Fowey Taxi Service
- Coastal Cars of Fowey, Advance bookings only.
- Yeo's Taxis
The following firms operate a service on the Polruan / Polperro side of the river:
- Polruan Taxi
- Pelynt Taxi Hire
- Greystone Private Hire
- Killigarth Taxi Service
Water Taxi
Operates a ship to shore service from Easter until 31st October, 0800hrs - 2300hrs. This service is operated weather permitting.
Hire Services
Car Hire
- Basic Van and Car Rental, Par
- Beech Motor's, St Austell
- Enterprise, Truro
Cycle Hire
- Pentewan Valley Cycle Hire, St Austell
- Encounter Cornwall, Lerryn
Kayak / Canoe Hire
- Encounter Cornwall, Lerryn
Boat Hire
- Fowey Boatyard
- Fowey Diving Services
- Fowey River Boat Hire
See also
References
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Coordinates: 50°21′N 4°38′W / 50.35, -4.633
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