Warm, friendly, a place where memories are made
Fowey, located on the south coast of Cornwall, is a deep-water port accessible in all weather and states of tide. The ship’s mooring is just a stone’s throw from the landing pontoon and passengers couldn’t be closer to the heart of this beautiful Cornish town.
Fowey has a strong Celtic connection, maritime history and literary involvement with Daphne du Maurier, Rosamunde Pilcher and many more including the successful Poldark series. The picturesque town centre has a variety of shops and eateries to enjoy, all set amongst the historic buildings of Fowey.
As the ship becomes the centre of attraction you are assured of a proper Cornish welcome.
There is a diversity of wonderful gardens and exciting shore excursions to experience, from the world-famous Eden project and Lost Gardens of Heligan to stately homes and steam railways, all within a short distance of this historic port. We look forward to welcoming you to Fowey and helping to create special memories.
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Top Five Facts about Fowey
- Nestled within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), the Fowey Estuary is treasured for its unspoilt natural beauty. The creeks and coves are home to a diversity of wildlife which are protected by a Marine Conservation Zone.
- Your ship will truly take centre stage on its mooring right in the heart of Fowey – passengers can immerse themselves in the Cornish lifestyle whilst the ship will be the ‘talk of the town’.
- Fowey was the home of the famous writer Daphne Du Maurier and you’ll live and breathe the inspiration for her novels. Fowey also has literary links to Rosamunde Pilcher and the Poldark series.
- The world-famous Eden Project and Lost Gardens of Heligan are just nearby. Enjoy the sub-tropical paradise of these gardens which thrive in our mild Cornish climate.
- Steeped in maritime history, the buildings of Fowey tell the tales of its past. The ancient castles at the deep-water entrance once guarded the harbour from Spanish fleets and, in the heart of the town, the towers of the 14th-century St. Fimabrrus Church and 15th-century Place House stand proud.
GMT
24 hrs
50° 19′ N 004° 38′ W
South Westerly
0.1nm
Mooring – Anchors/Buoy
230m inside / unlimited outer anchorage
35m inside / unlimited outer anchorage
Nil
8.5m inside / unlimited outer anchorage
8m but can be increased depending on tidal conditions
Europa 2
12
230m inside / unlimited outer anchorage
Complusory
2 Tugs (1 x 32T BP, 1 x 23T BP)
ISPS Compliant
N/A
No
No
No
Possible with permission of Harbour Authority
By prior arrangement
No
Local Post Office
Yes
Yes
Yes
No but taxis can be arranged via the Harbour Office
5 miles/8 kms
22 miles/35 kms
ATM Barclays Bank, cash withdrawals at local Post Office
Wide variety of restuarants and cafes available
Capt. Paul Thomas ( Harbour Master & Chief Exec.)
00 44 (0)1726 832471
www.twitter.com/foweyharbour
Fowey Harbour Commissioners, Harbour Office, Albert Quay, Fowey, Cornwall PL23 1AJ