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Bodinnick is well situated to take advantage of everything beautiful Cornwall
has to offer, especially sailing, windsurfing, water skiing, fishing walking,
golf, historic houses and numerous gardens open to the public, or for simply
taking a well-earned rest.
<p>The Fowey River is navigable for five miles and a delightful day can be spent
exploring the creeks and tributaries amongst some of the quietest and lushest
scenery in Cornwall.</p>
<p>This is the heart of Du Maurier Country - the landscape, towns and villages
made famous by writer Daphne Du Maurier. For many years she lived at Bodinnick,
and took inspiration from the river and the countryside. Her home at Ferryside
(not open to the public) is close by the Inn, and within a short distance can
be found the settings for many of her novels, including Rebecca, The House
on the Strand and her first novel The Loving Spirit, written at Ferryside.
(Please note that many of the locations are private property - please respect
the owners' privacy).</p>
<p>The town of Fowey lies opposite Bodinnick, and a short stroll from the ferry
brings the visitor to the heart of this Cornish fishing port. </p>
<p>The south coast of Cornwall offers a wide variety of sheltered coves, rugged
cliffs, safe bathing beaches, and quaint fishing villages. The harbour village
of Polperro and the town of Looe are nearby, and offer a wide range of facilities
for the visitor. To the west lie the historic port of Charlestown, the harbour
at Mevagissey and close by the Lost Gardens of Heligan. The Eden Project is
less than 5 miles from Bodinnick. <br>
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The National Maritime Museum at Falmouth and many National Trust properties,
including Lanhydrock, Trelissick, Trerice, Antony and Cotehele are all within
easy driving distance. Nearby are the ruins of Restormel Castle at Lostwithiel
and the scenic Caerhays Castle near Mevagissey.<br>
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<p>The South-West Coast Path is easily reached from the Old Ferry Inn, providing
access to Britain's longest national trail, running rom Minehead in Somerset
to Poole in Dorset. For those seeking remote solitude, Bodmin Moor offers upland
moorland hiking, as well as fishing and sailing. At the heart of the Moor lies
another of Du Maurier's locations - the isolated and weather-beaten Jamaica
Inn.<br>
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<p>There are 12 Comfortable bedrooms ranging from the Victorian four-poster;
doubles or twins to our spacious family room. <br>
All have colour television, tae and coffee making facilities and telephone.</p>
<p>Most are en suite and/or with views <br>
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<p>For four hundred years The Old Ferry Inn has nestled close to the beautiful
Fowey river in the heart of Du Maurier country. There has been a ferry crossing
here in the small conservation hamlet of Bodinnick since the 13th century.
With its special charm and ambience the Inn gives a warm welcome to all.</p>
<p>The dining-room serves freshly cooked à la carte evening meals using
local fish, meats and produce, with a well-balanced wine list. Our friendly
staff and Adam the chef will make you most welcome.</p>
<p>The bars are full of old photographs, nautical bric-a-brac and memoribilia,
where real ale, beers, wines and spirits are available to complement a wide
selection of bar food, ranging from snacks to hearty home cooked specials,
available lunch times and evenings.</p>
<p>A large comfortable lounge with French doors opening on to the south facing
terrace and looking down river to the sea, remains in sun all day.<br>
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How to reach the Old Ferry Inn by road</p>
<p>From the M5 and Exeter continue on the A38 to Plymouth, over the Tamar Bridge.
Stay on the A38 bypassing Liskeard. At Dobwalls bear left at the traffic lights
on the A390. After approximately 3 miles turn left on B3359 signposted Looe.
After 5 miles take right turn signposted Lerryn, Bodinnick and Polruan. Stay
on this road for another 5 miles, and turn left at the top of Bodinnick to
avoid the ferry queues.</p>
<p>From St Austell take the A390 east. Turn right towards Fowey on the A3082
before reaching Lostwithiel. From Fowey the Bodinnick Ferry is signposted.
The Old Ferry Inn is immediately above the ferry slipway, on the opposite side
of the Fowey river.</p>
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The Old Ferry Inn</p>
<p>Bodinnick - by - Fowey</p>
<p>South Cornwall, PL23 1LX<br>
Telephone: 01726 870237<br>
email: enquiries@oldferryinn.co.uk</p>
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