What to do and see in Boscastle, England: The Best Free Things to do

March 27, 2022 Matilde Konrad

Boscastle (Cornish: Kastel Boterel) is a village and fishing port on the north coast of Cornwall, England, UK, in the civil parish of Forrabury and Minster (where the 2011 Census population was included) . It is 14 miles (23 km) south of Bude and 5 miles (8 km) northeast of Tintagel. The harbour is a natural inlet protected by two stone harbour walls built in 1584 by Sir Richard Grenville and is the only significant harbour for 20 miles (32 km) along the coast. The village extends up the valleys of the River Valency and River Jordan. Heavy rainfall on 16 August 2004 caused extensive damage to the village.
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1. Boscastle - South West Coast Path walk

Boscastle Harbour, Boscastle PL35 0HE England http://www.southwestcoastpath.com/walksdb/192/
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Boscastle - South West Coast Path walk

This 3.6 mile moderate walk follows part of the South West Coast Path from Boscastle along the cliffs bordering the ancient fields of Forrabury, before heading inland through Minster Wood,and then along the Valency Valley. In 2004 these steep-sided valleys funnelled 440 million gallons of water through Boscastle village in 5 hours, causing devastating flooding.

Reviewed By KateW889 - Rugby, United Kingdom

Such steep hike for little legs, the views are stunning and if you're lucky enough to meet the Coastguard Lookout Manager at the Coastguards Lookout Tower then you're in for a treat as he told us about the local history, stunning views and breathtaking too. We saw some Cornish ponies too, we then walked through the Stiches to the Church. Really worth the hike up the Coastal path.

2. Beeny Cliff & Pentargon Falls Path Walk

Boscastle Gallery The Bridge, Boscastle PL35 0HE England +44 1392 383560 [email protected] http://www.southwestcoastpath.com/walksdb/197/
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Beeny Cliff & Pentargon Falls Path Walk

Follow the South West Coast Path on this challenging 5.6 mile walk. Enjoy the spectacular blowhole that booms and foams around low tide in the harbour and the torrent of water streaming over the cliffs at Pentargon Falls. Thomas Hardy met and courted his first wife nearby, and some of his most moving poetry was inspired by the scenery on this walk. Look out for seals below Fire Beacon.

Reviewed By bobbC7658IF - London, United Kingdom

This is a relatively easy and very well marked walk. There is some uphill and back down along the cliffs and it can get muddy in wet weather, so take good boots. The views are excellent and the coastline is stunning and very dramatic, you get very good views of Pentargon Falls too. Definitely recommend.

3. Boscastle Visitor Centre

Bottreaux Court The Harbour, Boscastle PL35 0HD England +44 1840 250010 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/Boscastle-Visitor-Centre-117892138292292/
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Boscastle Visitor Centre

Reviewed By Volkswag84 - Bristol, United Kingdom

The centre has a good array of information on boscastle and it's history, including some quite dramatic helicopter footage of the flooding events, well worth the visit.

4. Napoleon inn

High Street, Boscastle PL35 0BD England +44 1840 250204 http://www.napoleoninn.co.uk
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Napoleon inn

5. Boscastle Harbour

The Harbour, Boscastle PL35 0AG England http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/boscastle/trails/boscastle-harbour-walk
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Boscastle Harbour

Reviewed By 92stem - Burnham, United Kingdom

I've been visiting Boscastle for a number of years and recommend it for a pleasant walk. There is a large car park at the top of the village from where you can follow the stream which runs through the village to the harbour. Keep to the left for the main harbour wall from where you can also climb the rock steps for a better view out to sea. Keep to the right for the coastal path offering great views of the harbour. A great half day excursion !

6. Boscastle Pottery

The Bridge, Boscastle PL35 0HE England +44 1840 250291
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Boscastle Pottery

Reviewed By badmintontim - Hastings, United Kingdom

We made sure that our holiday in Devon and Cornwall took in this lovely pottery that we had visited before. It is family run with the unique pottery itself being made by the Father & Son. We bought further pieces this time and were very happy with them. Highly Recommended - Enjoy

7. Minster Church

Boscastle England https://www.facebook.com/minsterchurchboscastle/
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Minster Church

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