Welcome to the Galleon

Fowey

Fowey enjoys a sheltered position on the south facing shores of Cornwall, popularly known as ‘The Cornish Riviera.’ Here you can relax down by the harbour and watch the shipping of all sorts and sizes as it makes its way up and down the estuary. The picturesque village of Polruan can be reached by ferry, with an additional ferry service to the quaint fishing village of Mevagissey, or why not take your car on the Bodinnick Ferry and follow the coastal road to Looe?

Found on a romantic stretch of coast where Daphne duMaurier lived and set several novels, it is still largely unspoilt. Situated on the mouth of the River Fowey, life in the town has always revolved around the water. It is ideal for the sailing and water sports enthusiast, and also for fishermen who have the benefits of both river and sea fishing. Also ramblers have a wide variety of charming walks in beautiful coastal or wooded scenery. For those who enjoy relaxing on the beach, there is safe bathing at Readymoney Cove.

There are lots of adventures to be had on the river Fowey, from a 45 minute river cruise, to a one hour 30 minute wildlife adventure on the Kernow Explorer a powerful purpose built RIB. Whose recent sightings include Dolphins, Atlantic Grey Seals, Pilot Whales, Baskin Sharks, Ocean Sunfish and a vast array of Bird Wildlife. Or if you would like to explore the river on your own why not hire a self drive boat, form "Self Drive Steve" All of the above are found on the Town Quay.

For more information check out there websites

http://www.fma.fowey.com or www.fowey-boat-hire.co.uk

http://www.foweycruise.com

Want pampering then pop into the Oasis Rooms booking advisory. www.theoasisrooms.co.uk

Fowey, click here

The Eden Project

Only a short drive away is the internationally renowned Eden Project. Situated in an old China Clay pit, the enormous 'Biomes' themselves are a wondrous sight, and the collections of plants from every corner of the world enable the visitor to experience life in the rain forests and the Mediterranean in the space of a few hours.

For more information about The Eden Project, click here

Truro

Truro is Cornwall's only city, but boasts an intriguing mixture of small curiosity shops, large department stores, and, of course, its famous cathedral. Its cobbled streets littered with good pubs and restaurants make Truro an exciting evening out.

St. Austell

This ancient market town is only 10 minutes drive from The Galleon, and you may wish to visit the St. Austell Brewery Visitor Centre, or, to the north of the town, the Wheal Martyn China Clay Museum.

Newquay

The fashionable resort of Newquay, with its fantastic beaches and bustling nightlife, can be reached by taking the picturesque journey along the Newquay branch line from Par station situated in the next village.