Explore the Tudor artillery fort of St Catherine's Castle, descend to the jewel-like Readymoney Cove beach, and unlock Fowey's 600 years of piracy, prosperity and literary legend on an expert-led private walking tour.
What to expect
Your guide leads you through Fowey's medieval core, past the magnificent Church of St Fimbarrus with its Norman origins and ornate interior, and up to the clifftop ruin of St Catherine's Castle — a Henry VIII fortress commanding panoramic sea views. The path descends to Readymoney Cove, a sheltered shingle-and-sand beach framed by subtropical gardens, where the du Maurier family swam. The finale is a masterclass in Fowey's extraordinary history as England's most powerful medieval pirate port.
Good to know
St Catherine's Castle is free to enter (English Heritage). Wear flat, comfortable shoes; the path to the cove involves steps. Tours depart from Fowey Town Quay. Easily completed in 2 hours, leaving time for lunch at one of Fowey's waterfront restaurants.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Fowey — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
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- Private Hall Walk & Fowey Estuary: The Full Cornwall Experience
- Fowey River Private Boat Charter: Estuary & Hidden Creeks
- Lanhydrock House & Gardens: Cornwall's Greatest Country Estate
- Gribbin Head & Daymark: The Clifftop Walk to Cornwall's Red Stripe Tower
- Fowey Distillery: Guided Distillery Tour & Tutored Gin Tasting