Boscastle
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See
The main things to see in and around Boscastle are the village and harbour, (especially at sunset) nestling in a spectacularly steep sided narrow valley, together with the surrounding cliffs and coastal scenery, most of which is accessible via the Cornish Coastal Path (see below). Specific attractions are:
The LookoutThis vantage point gives unrivalled views of the harbour entrance and some of the most rugged coastline in England. To get there, follow the harbour quayside and then walk up the footpath to the left.
Warren PointA vantange point to the east overlooking the sea and the small island of Meachard.
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Museum of Witchcraft and Magic
phone: +44 1840 250111address: The Harbour, PL35 0HDThe museum houses the world's largest collection of witchcraft-related artefacts and regalia. The museum has been in Boscastle since 1960.
Do
- Walk the Cornish Coastal Path
Buy
Both the National Trust and Museum of Witchcraft have gift shops for those looking for local souvenirs.
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Boscastle Pottery
phone: +44 1840 250291address: The Old Bakery, The Bridge, PL35 0HEA family pottery producing original Mochaware.
Drink
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phone: +44 1840 250278address: The Bridge, PL35 0HELarge free-house pub that sells local ales from Tintagel, St Austell, Rock and Newquay. The exterior stairwell banisters have a cobweb theme.
Sleep
Budget
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phone: +44 1629 592700address: Palace Stables, PL35 0HDRun by the Youth Hostels Association of England & Wales.
Mid-range
Splurge
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phone: +44 1840 250654address: Doctors Hill, Boscastle, PL35 0ASBoutique B&B. 2-night minimum stay.
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phone: +44 1840 250339address: Forrabury, PL35 0DJBeautiful Georgian house, 5-star B&B, 5-minute walk across flower-strewn ancient farming 'stitches' to the south west coast path and close to Boscastle harbour. 5 spacious, stylish and comfortable rooms with luxury en-suite. Definitely the place to stay.
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phone: +44 1840 250 202address: Boscastle, Cornwall, PL35 0AQA 17th-century hotel at the old habour, in a castellated stone building with a bar and restaurant. 14 rooms, including two turret rooms.
Connect
There is no cellular signal for the O2 network.
Go next
- Tintagel, with its ruined castle and reputed connections to King Arthur, is about 5 miles (8 km) away, either by foot along the coastal path or by road.