LOVELY LERRYN
Discovering Lerryn: An Archetypal Cornish Village
Nestled near Lostwithiel, this charming Cornish village derives its name from the River Lerryn, which flows through it—a tributary of the River Fowey, likely named after the Cornish word for waters, “lerion.” An Elizabethan bridge elegantly crosses the river, while stepping stones provide an alternative crossing during low tide.
The river has significantly influenced the village's development. In the mid-16th century, a mill and a silver smelting house operated here, processing ore sourced from mines in Padstow, Perran, and St Columb. Lerryn later emerged as a port, facilitating the transport of goods via the river, alongside the presence of boat builders and related trades. Naturally, smugglers found Lerryn an advantageous spot for landing contraband away from the watchful eyes of the Excise Men, with Brandy Lane serving as a nod to its shadowy trading history.
Lerryn is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering a wealth of picturesque waterside and countryside walks. Explore the wooded valleys adorned with bluebells in spring, visit the 15th-century Church of St. Winnow—just two miles away—where you can admire numerous Celtic Crosses, and don't miss the stunning gardens of the 18th-century St. Ethy House, which open to the public several times a year.
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