Panorama taken by the banks of the River Fowey in Lostwithiel. The picture was taken late in the day, and shows the ancient stone bridge across the river and grounds of the local pub.

Lostwithiel - North Cornwall visitor guide showing a virtual tour of 'Lostwithiel' linked to an interactive map with local and travel information. 360° panoramas from Cornwall.

Lostwithiel is a small, picturesque village in Cornwall close to Bodmin. It is built at the head of the River Fowey estuary close to the Eden Project and Fowey. Overlooking the village is Restormel Castle, built in the 12th century, and around it is open countryside.

Lostwithiel was founded by the Normans as a port for lead and tin export at a time when the River Fowey was much deeper, and it was then known as ''Port of Fawi'. The town further grew in the 13th century when it became the county capital of Cornwall. Eventually, silt and gravel from the tin mines silted up the river preventing ships from reaching Lostwithiel quay and the town's importance declined.

Lostwithiel is an ideal base from which to explore central Cornwall. It is close to major tourist attractions, yet relatively quiet. The town has There are two hotels, several Bed and Breakfast places, and several self catering holiday cottages, some of which are reported to be the best farm cottages in the south west. A tourist information centre next to the car park has friendly staff with information about all the local events, hotels and attractions. The village has several award-winning restaurants and a farmers market.

Train: Lostwithiel Station
Car: Lostwithiel is on the A390, close to the A30, about 6 miles south of Bodmin, 27 miles east of Truro, and 12 miles west of Liskeard.