An
ancient town situated at the tidal reach of the River Fowey.
It boasts beautiful rural scenery of the river and woodlands.
It is reported that John Betjeman once said ‘there is history in
every stone in Lostwithiel’.
This is clearly visible to the casual visitor who walks
around the narrow streets and lanes.
In
the town:
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A
tourist information centre
(in the main free car park)
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Museum
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A
good selection of pubs
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Various
shops
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Antiques
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Golf/tennis/swimming
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Salmon
fishing on the River fowey
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Restormel
Castle
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originally built by the Normans and rebuildtby the Earl
of Cornwall in the 13th century.
The Black Prince once held court here in 1354.
In 1644 briefly held by the Parliamentary Army before
being taken by Royalist.
Now owned by the Duchy of Cornwall and open to the
public.
Summary:
An ancient town steeped in history, a good base for exploring
the county.
For views of the River and Valley Click here
