Cycling in Boswinger
Overview
The hostel has a handy emergency cycle and puncture repair kit on hand - just in case! Make a day of it with a round trip along quiet lanes and trail to Mevagissey and the Lost Gardens of Heligan for lunch, returning via St Ewe, Polmassick & Caerhays beach. Take a dip in the sea to cool off after a days ride. Bike hire is available from Pentewan Cycles five miles away.
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
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Walking and Rambling in Boswinger
Fancy a walk on the wild side? Plan a day trip to one of the many isolated and quiet coves near Boswinger for a little wild swimming!
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Mountain biking in Boswinger
Explore Clay Country along the Pentewan, Bugle and Wheal Martyn trails on the way to the Eden Project. Don't forget that there's a £3 discount off entry fee when you arrive by bicycle!
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Watersports in Boswinger
This lovely area is great for water sports, so whatever mode of water transport takes your fancy, take the plunge and enjoy some fun on, or in, the water!
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The Lost Gardens of Heligan
5 miles Lovingly restored, Heligan offers over 200 acres for exploration. Discover the romantic Pleasure Grounds and lush sub-tropical Jungle. Visit the website
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Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre
Don't miss this unusual glimpse into the past - a unique collection of shipwrecks, historical artefacts and varied exhibitions about the China Clay industry.
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St Austell Brewery
Enjoying the beers at YHA Eden Project? See how and where they're made with a trip to this award-winning brewery. Plenty to see and plenty to drink.
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Eden Ice Skating
From October to February, skate the day away in the amazing setting of the Eden Project.
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Eden Project
Situated in a former china claypit near St Austell, the Eden Project features a series of immense golf ball-shaped biomes which contain spectacularly exotic artificial Mediterranean, rainforest and ot
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Watersports in Eden Project
Near to YHA Eden Project is St Austell Bay and the Cornish Riviera where you can take part in sailing and other watersports or just take in the beautiful sandy beaches.
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Mountain biking around the Eden Project
The newly opened Lanhydrock Bike Hub boasts three graded mountain bikes plus a skills area.
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Cycling around the Eden Project
The Cornish Way forms part of the National Cycle Network, a network of attractive places to cycle throughout the UK. Two thirds of the route is traffic free with the rest taking place on quiet roads.
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Cycling in Bodelva
The Cornish Way forms part of the National Cycle Network, a network of attractive places to cycle throughout the UK. Two thirds of the route is traffic free with the rest taking place on quiet roads.
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Hangloose Adventure SkyWire
Fly head first at 60mph over the Eden Project on the longest zipwire in England, or try our giant cliff swing and stuntman airbag jump. Visit the Hangloose website.
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Pendennis Castle
Visit the hands-on discovery centre and explore one of the finest mighty fortresses built by Henry VIII to defend the country.
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National Maritime Museum Cornwall (Falmouth)
Love boats, the sea and Cornwall? You'll find all things nautical at this amazing museum – don't miss the stunning views from the lookout tower across Falmouth Harbour.
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Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm
Pay homage to this state-of-the-art brewing facility, including the press house and distillery, followed by a free tasting. Have a look around their museum. Take a ride around the orchards
