Fowey was only about six miles away from Lostwithiel, and situated at the mouth of the River Fowey.
In 1645 it is stated that they landed again at Fowey, and made slaves of 240 persons, including some ladies.
For the yachting man Fowey is very attractive, although during the season the small harbour is rather too crowded with craft.
The cost of the structure, which is similar to the Fowey Rocks tower, was 37,000.
Fowey Reef lies five miles from the low coral island of Soldier Key.
