Lostwithiel Cornwall Map

About Lostwithiel

Lostwithiel, a place where the Fowey River carves its gentle path, has long been a focal point in Cornwall’s unfolding story. It lies 6.1 km north-north-east of St Blazey (from St Blazey: bearing 32°T, OS grid SX 103 598), and is situated north-west of Lerryn village. Historically, its strategic position on the river made it a significant port and administrative centre, a place where goods were once traded and laws were once made, its economy once buoyed by wool and tin. The very air here seems to hold the echoes of ancient trade and the quiet industry of a community that has always understood the river's bounty. The striking ruins of Restormel Castle, a near-perfect Norman shell keep, stand as a silent sentinel over Lostwithiel, its circular form a stark contrast to the verdant landscape. The town itself, with its higgledy-piggledy lanes and the inviting scent of baking from its bakeries, maintains a character that feels both resilient and charming. Its market square, still a lively hub on market days, offers a glimpse into the enduring spirit of local commerce, a place where the colours of fresh produce and the chatter of neighbours mingle under the Cornish sky.

About This Lostwithiel Map Page

Explore Lostwithiel, Cornwall, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 50.407484, -4.670586. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.