Lostwithiel

This Cornish town has a number of interesting local historical sites to visit on foot. There’s also waterside trails along the River Fowey, a nearby hill to climb and two nature reserves with good walking trails and lots of wildlife to see. The town is also known as the antiques capital of the county with several pretty shops selling furniture, collectibles, ceramics and other historical pieces.
This circular walk from the town visits some of the highlights of the area including the viewpoint at Helman Tor, the National Trust’s wonderful Lanhydrock Estate and the ruins of the historic Restormel Castle.

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