Caffa Mill
A bustling ferry point and car park offering scenic river views and access to Fowey town and the Bodinnick Ferry.
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Fewer crowds, easier parking
Caffa Mill
Best Time
Fewer crowds, easier parking
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A bustling ferry point and car park offering scenic river views and access to Fowey town and the Bodinnick Ferry.
"Good location, just as you come off the ferry follow it round to your left ideal parking for the Seafari."
🚗 Ferry & Parking Tips
Use the app for parking payment or have coins for the 20p toilets. Consider alternative parking if Caffa Mill is full.
🎨 Art Trail Hub
Caffa Mill is a great starting point for the Fowey Art Trail, especially during festival times.
Quick Facts
Hours
Rating
4.2 · 163 reviews
Type
Parking
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Bodinnick Ferry Crossing
Caffa Mill
A charming car and passenger ferry connecting Fowey to Bodinnick, offering scenic river views.
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Caffa Mill waterfront
Enjoy picturesque views of the river, boats, and the surrounding Cornish landscape.
Art Trail Access
Near Seafarers Mission
Convenient starting point for exploring local art installations and studios during events like the Fowey Festival.
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Parking & Ferry Access
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🚗 Ferry & Parking Tips
Use the app for parking payment or have coins for the 20p toilets. Consider alternative parking if Caffa Mill is full.
🎨 Art Trail Hub
Caffa Mill is a great starting point for the Fowey Art Trail, especially during festival times.
🍕 Foodie Stop
Check for pizza pop-ups in the evenings; a great casual dining option.
🚶♀️ Walk to Town
An easy walk from Caffa Mill to Fowey town center and Albert Quay.
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🚗 Ferry & Parking Tips
Use the app for parking payment or have coins for the 20p toilets. Consider alternative parking if Caffa Mill is full.
🎨 Art Trail Hub
Caffa Mill is a great starting point for the Fowey Art Trail, especially during festival times.
🍕 Foodie Stop
Check for pizza pop-ups in the evenings; a great casual dining option.
🚶♀️ Walk to Town
An easy walk from Caffa Mill to Fowey town center and Albert Quay.
♿️ Accessible Parking
Note that disabled parking spaces have been reduced; check availability.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Caffa Mill is a convenient and scenic spot, especially for accessing the Bodinnick Ferry and Fowey town. Visitors appreciate the picturesque river views and its role as a transit hub. However, parking can be a significant issue during peak times, and the approach roads can be congested.
"Good location, just as you come off the ferry follow it round to your left ideal parking for the Seafari. There are toilets but it costs 20p and is coin only. Pay machines take card or you can pay by app. It does get busy so there's another car park a bit further up (as you come off the ferry follow it round to the right)"
Phil
"Disappointed that despite it being a very busy car park the authorities have taken the decision not only to reduce the disabled spaces but have taken more out for charging cars. I was there in possibly the busiest week of the year, during the Regatta and only ever saw one car charging!"
Ken Marshall
"Just park code 8351.
Got the last space as someone was moving out. Passage lane car park was full.
Right next to the ferry and easy walk to town.
Few benches to sit down and watch the car ferry to the other side"
r and r
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Frequently Asked Questions
🚇 🗺️ Getting There
Caffa Mill is accessible via Passage Street in Fowey. Be aware that the road can be single-track and busy, especially during peak times.
Yes, Caffa Mill has a car park. However, it gets very busy, and spaces can be limited, particularly during the Regatta or summer holidays.
Payment can be made via an app or coin-only machines for the toilets. Some reviews mention pay machines taking card.
While Caffa Mill is a hub for the Bodinnick ferry, direct public transport to the mill itself might be limited. The ferry is a key transport link.
It's located near the Bodinnick Ferry. Follow the signs once you're in Fowey. Some visitors have found the approach road busy and narrow.
🎫 🎫 Tickets & Entry
Caffa Mill itself is a car park and ferry point, so no tickets are required to enter. However, there is a charge for parking and the ferry.
As a car park and ferry point, Caffa Mill is generally accessible during daylight hours. Specific ferry times should be checked.
There is no entry fee for Caffa Mill itself, but you will need to pay for parking. The Bodinnick ferry also has a charge.
Yes, there are toilets available at Caffa Mill, but they require a 20p coin payment.
Advance booking for parking is not typically mentioned. It's advisable to arrive early, especially during busy periods.
🎫 🏞️ Onsite Experience
Caffa Mill is primarily a transit point for the Bodinnick ferry and a car park. It offers scenic river views and is a starting point for walks and art trails.
You can enjoy lovely views of the River Fowey, the ferry operations, and the surrounding Cornish countryside.
There are a few benches to sit and enjoy the scenery. While not a dedicated picnic area, it's a pleasant spot to relax.
Caffa Mill has a slipway that can be used for boat launching, though it's noted as being unattended.
There are designated disabled parking spaces, but recent reviews indicate a reduction in their number.
🍽️ 🍕 Food & Dining
Caffa Mill itself doesn't have dedicated restaurants, but it's a popular spot for pizza pop-ups on certain evenings.
The pizza pop-ups typically offer classic options like Margherita and cheesy garlic bread, with seasonal variations.
Yes, the pizza pop-ups offer takeaway. Fowey town also has various cafes and restaurants a short walk away.
It's a casual dining experience, especially if you catch a pizza pop-up. It's more about the convenience and local vibe.
Fowey town, a short walk from Caffa Mill, offers a range of pubs, cafes, and restaurants catering to different tastes and budgets.
📸 📸 Photography
Capture the iconic Bodinnick ferry, the bustling river traffic, and the picturesque Fowey estuary. The art trail also offers unique visual subjects.
Early mornings and late afternoons often provide softer light and fewer crowds, ideal for capturing the serene river scenes.
The waterfront area offers direct views of the ferry and river. Walking along Passage Street towards the town also provides good vantage points.
Landscape, maritime, and street photography are popular, capturing the essence of this working ferry point and its scenic surroundings.
Yes, the ferry operations are a central part of the Caffa Mill experience and make for dynamic photographs.
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