Covington walk in the Fowey estuary, Mid and SE Cornwall, Cornwall
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Inland walk

Covington walk in the Fowey estuary, Mid and SE Cornwall

Fowey, Cornwall

Distance 1.6
Time 40 min
Type Inland
Parking Readymoney Beach

About Covington walk in the Fowey estuary, Mid and SE Cornwall

Covington walk in the Fowey estuary, Mid and SE Cornwall is a named walk on Cornish.co.uk — a full trail guide with the route on the map, practical notes, and nearby places from the directory. It starts near Fowey. The route is around 1.6.

Allow about 40 min for a steady pace, and longer if you plan to stop for photos or a café.

Parking: Readymoney Beach.

Dogs are generally welcome on Cornish trails — keep them on a lead near livestock, cliff edges and nesting birds.

There are 32 listings mapped nearby — cafés, sights, family stops and more. Use the map key to filter pins, then browse the cards below.

Paths can be muddy after rain. Wear suitable footwear, take water, and let someone know your route on longer walks.

Official trail info ↗

Walk map & stop-offs

Stops along the way

Real places near this walk — pulled from the Cornish.co.uk directory. Somewhere to eat, things to see, family days out, wildlife and beaches within easy reach.

Eat & drink

Readymoney Beach Shop & Cafe 0 km Eat Readymoney Beach Shop & Cafe Readymoney Beach Shop & Cafe Fowey is a verified place to eat and drink in Fowey,… Readymoney Beach Cafe 0 km Eat Readymoney Beach Cafe Readymoney Beach Cafe Fowey is a verified place to eat and drink in Fowey, Cornwall, listed… The Ferry Boat Inn 0.7 km Eat The Ferry Boat Inn Looking for The Ferry Boat Inn Bodinnick? This place to eat and drink in Bodinnick, Cornwall… The Lugger Inn 0.7 km Eat The Lugger Inn The Lugger Inn Fowey sits in Fowey, Cornwall — a practical place to eat and drink… Pintxo Fowey 0.8 km Eat Pintxo Fowey Pintxo Fowey is a verified place to eat and drink in Fowey, Cornwall, listed on Cornish.co.uk… The Old Bakehouse 0.9 km Eat The Old Bakehouse Looking for The Old Bakehouse Coxpark? This place to eat and drink in Coxpark, Cornwall is…

See & do

St Catherine's Castle 0 km See St Catherine's Castle St Catherine’s Castle Fowey is a verified attraction and things to do stop in Fowey, Cornwall,… St Catherine's Castle Gardens and Cliffs 0 km See St Catherine's Castle Gardens and Cliffs St Catherine’s Castle Gardens and Cliffs Fowey is a verified attraction and things to do stop… Bodinnick Ferry Terminal Area 0.5 km See Bodinnick Ferry Terminal Area Bodinnick Ferry Terminal Area Fowey sits in Fowey, Cornwall — a practical attraction and things to… St. Fimbarrus Church 0.5 km See St. Fimbarrus Church Looking for St. Fimbarrus Church Tresillian? This attraction and things to do stop in Tresillian, Cornwall… Fowey Harbour Entrance (South Side) 0.5 km See Fowey Harbour Entrance (South Side) Fowey Harbour Entrance (South Side) Boconnoc sits in Boconnoc, Cornwall — a practical attraction and things… National Trust - Lantic Bay (part of the South West Coast Path) 0.5 km See National Trust - Lantic Bay (part of the South West Coast Path) Looking for National Trust – Lantic Bay (part of the South West Coast? This attraction and…

Family & play

Par Beach Play Park 5.8 km Family Par Beach Play Park Par Beach Play Park is a verified attraction and things to do stop in Par, Cornwall,…

Wildlife & nature

The Fowey Aquarium 1 km Wildlife The Fowey Aquarium The Fowey Aquarium sits in Fowey, Cornwall — a practical attraction and things to do stop…

Beaches nearby

Readymoney Cove Beach 0 km Beaches Readymoney Cove Beach Enjoy the sheltered shores of Readymoney Beach, a short walk or ferry ride from Polruan, renowned… Coombe Haven 0.1 km Beaches Coombe Haven Polkerris 2.2 km Beaches Polkerris A delightful sheltered sandy cove, popular for watersports like kayaking and paddleboarding. Its horseshoe shape offers… Booley Beach 2.7 km Beaches Booley Beach Lantic Bay 2.9 km Beaches Lantic Bay A breathtaking, unspoiled Cornish paradise with golden sands and turquoise waters. Hike the coastal path from… Little Lantic Bay 3.1 km Beaches Little Lantic Bay A beautiful beach near Carne, Cornwall.

Shops & markets

Polruan Artisan Cheese 0.1 km Shop Polruan Artisan Cheese Looking for Polruan Artisan Cheese Fowey? This shop and retail stop in Fowey, Cornwall is listed… Old Bridge Stores (Polruan) 0.1 km Shop Old Bridge Stores (Polruan) Old Bridge Stores (Polruan) Fowey sits in Fowey, Cornwall — a practical shop and retail stop… Polruan Ferry Terminal (shops nearby) 0.2 km Shop Polruan Ferry Terminal (shops nearby) Polruan Ferry Terminal (shops nearby) Fowey is a verified shop and retail stop in Fowey, Cornwall,… Polruan Post Office & Stores 0.6 km Shop Polruan Post Office & Stores Polruan Post Office & Stores Bodinnick sits in Bodinnick, Cornwall — a practical shop and retail… The Old Print Works 0.6 km Shop The Old Print Works Looking for The Old Print Works Fowey? This shop and retail stop in Fowey, Cornwall is… Lily & Lime 0.9 km Shop Lily & Lime Lily & Lime Fowey is a verified shop and retail stop in Fowey, Cornwall, listed on…

Places to stay

The Olde House 0.4 km Stay The Olde House The Olde House Fowey sits in Fowey, Cornwall — a practical place to stay for visitors… Fowey Harbour Hotel 0.6 km Stay Fowey Harbour Hotel Looking for Fowey Harbour Hotel? This place to stay in Fowey, Cornwall is listed on Cornish.co.uk… Place House Hotel (currently closed for refurbishment, but historically significant and within the radius) 0.6 km Stay Place House Hotel (currently closed for refurbishment, but historically significant and within the radius) Place House Hotel (currently closed for refurbishment, but is a verified place to stay in Fowey,… Polruan Cottages (various) 0.6 km Stay Polruan Cottages (various) Looking for Polruan Cottages (various) Bodinnick? This place to stay in Bodinnick, Cornwall is listed on… The Fowey Hotel 0.6 km Stay The Fowey Hotel The Fowey Hotel is a verified place to stay in Fowey, Cornwall, listed on Cornish.co.uk with… Penhaligon (Holiday Cottages) 0.8 km Stay Penhaligon (Holiday Cottages) Penhaligon (Holiday Cottages) Fowey is a verified place to stay in Fowey, Cornwall, listed on Cornish.co.uk…

Know before you go

🧭 Getting there

The walk starts near Fowey. Use the directions button above to route to the trailhead.

🅿️ Parking

Readymoney Beach

🐕 Dogs

Dogs are generally welcome on Cornish trails — keep them on a lead near livestock and cliff edges.

⛰️ Safety

Paths can be muddy and uneven after rain. Wear suitable footwear and let someone know your route on longer walks.

More walks nearby

Coastal paths and inland loops within reach of this spot.