Attractions

Local and major attractions within 15 miles of Fowey.
From town museums to family attractions, gardens and houses.
Including information about the attraction, location and contact details.
For full details please use the contact details or web links provided.
For attractions across Cornwall use the links at the end of each section.
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Town Centre Attractions, Family Attractions, Gardens or Houses and Castles.

Town Centre Attractions

Fowey Town Tour. Starts and finishes on 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 on the way. Operates most days during the summer, no booking necessary, has storage for buggies and wheelchairs.

Fowey Museum.In the Town Hall, Trafalgar Square, Fowey.
Depicting the history of the town and its association with the sea. You will see many objects and photographs showing life in Fowey along with the town's civic regalia and more. Open Monday - Friday 1030hrs - 1700hrs Easter to October.

Fowey Aquarium.Underneath the Town Hall on Town Quay, Fowey.
Open during the summer months you will see examples of the fish and sea life that live in the Estuary and the surroundingcoastal waters.

Daphne du Maurier Literary Centre.In the Tourist Information 5 South Street, Fowey.
The centre contains information about Fowey's literary connections with displays on Daphne du Maurier's life and works in particular. A video about Daphne du Maurier's connection with the area is available to watch on request. Open daily throughout the year it also houses the Tourist Information Centre.

Lostwithiel Museum. 16 Fore Street, Lostwithiel.
As the former captal of Cornwall and a port for the export of tin, Lostwithiel has an interesting history. The museum depicts life in the town through its collection of exhibits and photographs showing the social history. Open Easter - September, please check locally for current opening hours.

Family Attractions

Porfell Animal Land, Trecangate, Nr Lanreath, Liskeard.
A wildlife park of 15 acres with interesting varieties of exotic, wild and domesticated animals.
Tel: +44(0)1503 220211
www.porfellanimalland.co.uk

Shipwreck, Rescue & Heritage Centre, Charlestown, St Austell.
Offers visitors a fascinating insight into the history of Charlestown and shipwrecks. Contains the largest general exhibition of artefacts recovered by divers.
Tel: +44(0)1726 69897
www.shipwreckcharlestown.com

The China Clay Country Park, Carthew, St Austell.
A museum, set in 26 acres of two former 19th Century china clay works, it takes you through the story of china clay from 1800 to the 21st Century.
Tel: +44(0)1726 850362     Email: info@wheal-martyn.com
www.wheal-martyn.com

Bodmin & Wenford Steam Railway, Bodmin.
A 6 mile heritage railway, offers a nostalgic countryside trip on steam hauled trains.
Tel:+44(0)1208 73666     Email: enquiries@bodminandwenfordrailway.co.uk
www.bodminandwenfordrailway.co.uk

The Monkey Sanctuary, Murrayton, Looe.
Home to a colony of Woolly monkeys, situated in woodlands, overlooking Looe Bay. The monkeys have been rescued from poor environments and enabled to live as naturally as possible.
Tel: +44(0)1503 262532     Email: info@monkeysanctury.org
www.monkeysanctuary.org

Bodmin Jail, Berrycombe Road, Bodmin.
Former county prison dating back to 1776, with underground dungeons and a large exhibition of artefacts.
Tel: +44(0)1208 76292
www.bodminjail.org

Kidz World, Par Moor, St Austell.
Indoor play centre, ideal for children between the ages of 2 and 12 years.
Tel: +44(0)1726 815553     Email: info@kidzworldcornwall.co.uk
www.kidzworlduk.co.uk/cornwall

St Austell Brewery Visitor Centre, Trevarthian Road, St Austell.
A working brewery where you can follow the brewing process from the raw ingredients to the final product. Tours run twice daily and are by appointment only.
Tel: +44(0)1726 66022     Email: visitor.centre@staustellbrewery.co.uk
www.staustellbrewery.co.uk

Information on other Tourist Attrractions across Cornwall can be found by visiting:
Cornwall Guide
The Cornwall Association of Tourist Attractions guide to member attractions of all types.
www.theguide-cornwall.co.uk

Gardens

The Eden Project, Bodelva, St Austell.
Two gigantic biomes housed in a 50 metre deep former china clay pit. With stunning architecture and a breathtaking plant collection, it has been billed as the eighth wonder of the world.
Tel: +44(0)1726 811911
www.edenproject.com

Tregrehan Gardens, Par.
Woodland garden concentrating on plants from warm temperature regions.
Tel: +44(0)1726 814389
www.tregrehan.org

Pine Lodge Gardens and Nursery, Cuddra, Holmbush, St Austell.
30 acres of parkland and gardens with over 6,000 labelled plants. Includes Japanese garden, arboretum, wildlife pond and many rare and tender plants.
Tel: +44(0)1726 73500    Email: office@pinelodgegardens.co.uk
www.pine-lodge.co.uk

The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Pentewan, St Austell.
Lost for 75 years under bramble and ivy, Heligan is now Europe's largest garden restoration.
Tel: +44(0)1726 845100     Email: info@heligan.com
www.heligan.com

Pinsla Garden & Nursery, Cardinham, Bodmin.
Small magical garden surrounded by wild Cornish woodland.
Tel: +44(0)1208 821339      Email: cwoodbine@pinsla.freeserve.co.uk
www.pinslagarden.net

Hidden Valley Gardens & Nursery, Treesmill, Par.
A 4 acre garden in a beautiful 'hidden valley' setting. Open daily March to October. Follow 'Brown' signs on B3269 to Fowey just after leaving A390.
Tel: +44(0)1208 873225
www.hiddenvalleygardens.co.uk

For more information on these and other Gardens in Cornwall please visit:
Cornwall Gardens Guide
A comprehensive guide to gardens all over Cornwall.
www.gardensofcornwall.co.uk

Houses and Castles

Restormel Castle, Lostwithiel.
A well preserved castle administered by English Heritage. Former stronghold of Earls of Cornwall including the Black Prince.
Tel: +44(0)1208 872687

Lanhydrock House, Bodmin.
A National Trust property dating from the 17th Century, but largely rebuilt after a fire in 1881. An atmospheric Victorian country house set in 900 acres of woods and parkland. The garden is renown for a stunning collection of Magnolias, Rhododendrons and Camellias.
Tel: +44(0)1208 73320     Email: clhlan@smpt.ntrust.org.uk

For more Information on these and other Houses and Castles in Cornwall visit:
English Heritage
Click on the Days Out & Events tab then use the Property Search to find locations in Cornwall.
www.english-heritage.org.uk

The National Trust
Click on the Find a Place to Visit link at the top then use the map to show places in Cornwall.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk

On arriving in the area you will find literature for most attractions available from tourist Information centres and many accommodation providers.

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