Fowey Well

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Cornwall

England

Fowey Well

Dam at High Moor Dam built to serve tin streamworks near Leskernick (Scale 2m).
Dam at High Moor Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Fowey Well is a freshwater marsh located in Fowey, a small coastal town in Cornwall, England. It is a small, tranquil body of water that serves as a haven for various aquatic plants and wildlife. The well is nestled within a picturesque landscape, surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills.

Measuring approximately 1 acre in size, Fowey Well is a natural feature that offers a peaceful retreat for visitors to enjoy. The water is clear and calm, reflecting the beauty of its surroundings. The well is fed by natural springs, ensuring a constant flow of freshwater.

The marsh surrounding Fowey Well is home to a diverse range of plants and wildlife. Various species of water lilies, reeds, and rushes thrive in this wetland environment. These plants provide crucial habitats for a variety of insects, birds, and small mammals. Visitors can spot dragonflies hovering above the water, birds nesting in the vegetation, and occasionally, if they're lucky, glimpses of otters swimming in the well.

Fowey Well is a popular spot for nature enthusiasts, who can explore the area through walking trails that wind around the marsh. Benches are strategically placed along the paths, allowing visitors to sit and soak in the serenity of the surroundings. The well also attracts artists and photographers, who are captivated by its natural beauty and the unique wildlife it hosts.

Overall, Fowey Well is a hidden gem in Cornwall, offering a serene and picturesque setting for visitors to enjoy the wonders of nature.

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Fowey Well Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.59117/-4.5973795 or Grid Reference SX1680. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dam at High Moor Dam built to serve tin streamworks near Leskernick (Scale 2m).
Dam at High Moor
Dam built to serve tin streamworks near Leskernick (Scale 2m).
Rough Tor
Rough Tor
Showery Tor The eyecatching rock outcrop of Showery Tor with Rough Tor in the background.
Showery Tor
The eyecatching rock outcrop of Showery Tor with Rough Tor in the background.
Showery Tor The eye catching rocky outcrop Showery Tor on Bodmin Moor.
Showery Tor
The eye catching rocky outcrop Showery Tor on Bodmin Moor.
Showery Tor The interesting rocky outcrop of Showery Tor on Bodmin Moor.
Showery Tor
The interesting rocky outcrop of Showery Tor on Bodmin Moor.
Showery Tor The rocky outcrop of Showery Tor on Bodmin Moor viewed from the west.
Showery Tor
The rocky outcrop of Showery Tor on Bodmin Moor viewed from the west.
View over Roughtor Marsh View over Roughtor Marsh from the eastern slopes of Showery Tor.
View over Roughtor Marsh
View over Roughtor Marsh from the eastern slopes of Showery Tor.
Showery Tor View to Showery Tor from between it and Little Rough Tor to the south.
Showery Tor
View to Showery Tor from between it and Little Rough Tor to the south.
Cairn on Little Rough Tor Cairn on Little Rough Tor with a view beyond to Delabole.
Cairn on Little Rough Tor
Cairn on Little Rough Tor with a view beyond to Delabole.
World War II memorial, Rough Tor War memorial on the summit of Rough Tor to the men of the 43rd (Wessex) Division who lost their lives in the Second World War.  Brown Willy, Bodmin Moor's highest point can be seen in the background.
World War II memorial, Rough Tor
War memorial on the summit of Rough Tor to the men of the 43rd (Wessex) Division who lost their lives in the Second World War. Brown Willy, Bodmin Moor's highest point can be seen in the background.
War Memorial, Rough Tor War memorial on the summit of Rough Tor to the men of the 43rd (Wessex) Division who lost their lives in the Second World War.
War Memorial, Rough Tor
War memorial on the summit of Rough Tor to the men of the 43rd (Wessex) Division who lost their lives in the Second World War.
Rock outcrops, Rough Tor
Rock outcrops, Rough Tor
Rock outcrops, Rough Tor Rocky outcrops near the summit of Rough Tor.
Rock outcrops, Rough Tor
Rocky outcrops near the summit of Rough Tor.
Rock outcrops, Rough Tor Rocky outcrops near the summit of Rough Tor.
Rock outcrops, Rough Tor
Rocky outcrops near the summit of Rough Tor.
Rough Tor Rock outcrops on the summit of Rough Tor.
Rough Tor
Rock outcrops on the summit of Rough Tor.
Brown Willy View to Brown Willy, Bodmin Moor's highest point, from the lower eastern slopes Rough Tor.  De Lank River flows through the valley in the foreground.
Brown Willy
View to Brown Willy, Bodmin Moor's highest point, from the lower eastern slopes Rough Tor. De Lank River flows through the valley in the foreground.
View to Brown Willy View to Brown Willy, Bodmin Moor's highest point. The walls of ancient fields can be seen in the middle distance.  The De Lank River flows through the valley.
View to Brown Willy
View to Brown Willy, Bodmin Moor's highest point. The walls of ancient fields can be seen in the middle distance. The De Lank River flows through the valley.
Cairn and Rocks on Showery Tor The peak of Rough Tor is in the background to the left of the rocks.
Cairn and Rocks on Showery Tor
The peak of Rough Tor is in the background to the left of the rocks.
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Fowey Well is located at Grid Ref: SX1680 (Lat: 50.59117, Lng: -4.5973795)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

What 3 Words

///flick.rocky.strictest. Near Camelford, Cornwall

Nearby Locations

Fowey Well High Moor

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.59117,-4.5973795
Brown Willy
Ele: 420
Name En: Brown Willy
Name Kw: Bronn Wenneli
Natural: peak
Wikidata: Q335390
Lat/Long: 50.5905975/-4.602687
Tumulus
Access: yes
Archaeological Site: tumulus
Historic: archaeological_site
Source: NPE;local knowledge
Lat/Long: 50.5910557/-4.6008285
Brown Willy
Description: OS trig pillar
Ele: 420.014
Man Made: survey_point
Note: Accurate location import for imagery offset calibration. Please do not move.
Ref: S1772
Source: Ordnance Survey (OGL)
Survey Point: pillar
Tpuk Ref: TP1710
Lat/Long: 50.5905925/-4.6027534
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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