Fishing at Fowey Harbour
A small, sheltered harbour on the west side of St Austell Bay, fished from the curving outer wall, the town quay and the rocks either side of the river mouth over mixed sand and rough ground.
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| Species | Season | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Bass | May–Oct | Lure fished from the rocks either side of the river mouth, the best chance of a decent fish |
| Pollack (Pollock) | May–Oct | Fished from the town quay and rocky ground next to the outer harbour wall, especially in autumn |
| Mackerel | Jun–Sep | Easy sport from the pontoons on feathers |
| Wrasse | Apr–Oct | Float fished crab or ragworm over the rough ground by the harbour wall |
Tactics
The rocks at the harbour entrance, on either the east or west side of the river, are the best bet for lure-caught bass; the town quay holds a healthy pollack population and flatfish, while the rough ground next to the outer harbour wall is a strong autumn pollack spot.
Best tide: Flood tide · Best time: Summer evenings, autumn for pollack
Dogs
No verified source. Check current signage and the relevant authority.
Access & parking
Town Quay car park is right by the harbour (winter only, Oct–Apr); other short-stay car parks serve the town year-round. Sat-nav: PL23 1AT.Get directions → Family rating: ★★☆ — Town quay is flat and easy but it's a working harbour with boat traffic, so supervise children closely.
FAQs
Can you fish from Fowey harbour walls?
Yes, the outer harbour wall, town quay and rocks either side of the river mouth are all fished regularly.
What's the best mark for bass at Fowey?
The rocks either side of the river entrance give the best lure-fishing chances for bass.
Are dogs allowed at Fowey harbour?
The harbour walls and quay aren't bathing beaches so aren't covered by Cornwall's seasonal beach PSPO, but keep dogs on a lead given the boat traffic.
Nearby marks
Charlestown Harbour · Looe Harbour & Banjo Pier
Last updated 16 July 2026 — sources & disclaimer
Compiled from angling guides, forums and the relevant council's dog byelaws, cross-checked where possible.
Rules and conditions change, so always check current signage and tides before you go. We do our best to keep this accurate but can't promise it's error-free.