Fowey is a compact historic port on the south coast of Cornwall, England, perched at the mouth of the River Fowey where steep, narrow streets tumble down to a deep, sheltered harbour; ferries cross to Polruan, St Catherine's Castle guards the entrance and the South West Coast Path provides dramatic cliff-top walks.
Once an important medieval trading and fishing port, Fowey has retained a strong sailing culture, lively arts scene and connections with author Daphne du Maurier; today its economy is largely based on tourism, boating and local services, with popular regattas, festivals and a busy quayside life.