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provide the heir to the throne with an income—and it still exists today. Appropriately,
then, the palace is being restored by Prince Charles's Prince's Regeneration Trust
(www.princes-regeneration.org).
The parish church
St. Bartholomew's
is even older, dating back to the 12th
century; it's much larger than you might expect—a reminder of Lostwithiel's former
prominence.
Lanhydrock
HISTORIC SITE This magnificent Victorian country house
was rebuilt on the site of an earlier building. You can explore 50 rooms, from the
grand Long Gallery to the servants' quarters “below stairs.” There are extensive
grounds, too, with footpaths leading to Restormel Castle.
Between Lostwithiel and Bodmin, off the A390.
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01208/265950.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk. Admis-
sion: House and garden £10 adults, £5.10 children, £26 family ticket; garden only £5.80 adults, £3.10
children. Free to National Trust members. House: Late Feb-late Oct Tues-Sun 11am-5pm (closed
5:30pm Apr-Sept); gardens: Year-round daily 10am-6pm.
Restormel Castle
RUINS Just a short drive from Lostwithiel, this striking ruined
castle stands on a defensive mound made by the Normans around 1100, though the
stone walls you see today are from the 13th century. It was last used during the Eng-
lish Civil War. Stroll around the ramparts for great views or just have a relaxing picnic
beneath the ancient stones.
Nr. Restormel Rd. (1
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2
miles north of Lostwithiel off the A390). www.english-heritage.co.uk. Admission
£3.20 adults, £1.60 children 5-15, free for English Heritage members. Apr-late June and Sept 10am-
5pm; July-late Aug 10am-6pm; Oct 10am-4pm. Note that hours are variable.
Where to Eat
FOWEY
Boat House
ITALIAN If you'd like an alternative to seafood, this Italian restau-
rant down by Fowey town square offers stone-baked pizzas and a selection of pasta
dishes. The interior is contemporary with maritime prints on the walls and dark
wooden floors. Given the location, you won't be surprised that fish features in some
dishes, such as the Boat House Special (roast salmon with asparagus and ribbon
pasta), or the mussels cooked with olives and chili.
Town Quay.
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01726/832221.
www.boathouse.fowey.com. Main courses £8-£13. MC, V. Daily 11am-
9pm. Closed Jan & Feb.
Food for Thought
BRITISH This historic building, probably once a mer-
chant's house, dates back to the 14th century and its charming waterside setting
makes it a great choice for dining in Fowey. Local mussels with garlic and Cornish
cider are a popular starter, while main courses range from “posh” fish and chips (think
sea bass in a real ale batter) to rack of lamb with rosemary sauce and a filet of local
beef served with béarnaise sauce. A fixed-price menu is a more inexpensive option.
The lunchtime menu includes salmon fishcakes and crab sandwiches.
4 Town Quay.
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01726/832221.
www.foodforthought.fowey.com. Main courses £9.95-£25. AE MC, V.
Daily 11am-2:30pm and 7-9:30pm, but closed Sun evenings Mar-Apr. Closed Nov-mid-Mar.
The Galleon Inn
BRITISH The riverside location makes this busy pub, which
started as a warehouse around 400 years ago, a popular choice. You can dine outside
on fine days, on a menu that features old favorites like fish pie, vegetarian lasagna,
and sausage and mash, as well as steaks and grills. A range of real ales are served, and
there's live music on Friday nights in winter and Sunday lunchtimes.
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