Nestled at the head of the River Fowey, this ancient town was formally the capital of Cornwall 700 years ago. Riddled with old buildings and narrow cobbled alleyways, today it’s famed for its antique and interior design shops. It’s a pretty place to walk around – take a stroll along the River Fowey, explore the narrow lanes lined with shops and visit impressive Restormel Castle perched high over the town. It’s also perfectly located to explore the pretty south Cornish coastline and top visiting spots The Eden Project, Lanhydrock, The Lost Gardens of Heligan and Cardinham Woods.

Head towards Fowey and you have Sam’s, and towards Polkerris Sam’s on the Beach – two fab and laid-back eateries. The Old Quay House in Fowey has a super-luxurious restaurant whilst if you hop across the river to Bodinnick, The Old Ferry Inn is a fab pub. Another pub to try is The Victoria Inn in Roche, which serves St Austell Ales and good pub grub.

Lostwithiel is a fab location for exploring the pretty south Cornish coastline. Just a few miles from the iconic Eden Project, National Trusts’ gorgeous Lanhydrock, lush Cardinham Woods, atmospheric Bodmin Jail and of course the coastal towns of Fowey, Polperrro and Charlestown. Further along the coast in either direction you’ve also got The Lost Gardens of Heligan, Mevagissey and Looe – a gorgeous stretch of coastline making the most of the sub-tropical climate.