YHA Boswinger
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Garden/grounds
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Sole use available
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WiFi
Pendennis Castle
Overview
Visit the hands-on discovery centre and explore one of the finest mighty fortresses built by Henry VIII to defend the country.
Wednesday to Sunday 10am - 4pm.
Price
Prices start at £5.
Hostels nearby
YHA Lizard Point
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Free parking on premises
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WiFi
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Self-catering kitchen
Other things to do nearby
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.
BF Adventure
Get outdoors and have fun at this exciting activity centre. As a charity, they help hundreds of disadvantaged children in Cornwall too.
Porthkerris Divers
Dive in the sea and explore one of the wrecks on the Manacle rocks - the stair case from the Mohegan is in the hostel!
Watersports at Lizard Point
Enjoy surfing without the crowds - a surfers’ paradise without waiting to catch that perfect wave. For something a bit different, try a lesson with Porth Kerris Dive School and explore the underwater...
Helford River
15 miles This unspoilt estuary stretches from Falmouth Bay to the port of Gweek. Stroll along the little beaches dotted along its rocky shore. Visit the website
Poldark Mine - Cornish Mining World Heritage
This world heritage site offers a fascinating look into the underground world of mining. The beautiful rural setting belies its industrial past. Visit the Heritage Centre website
Coverack Windsurfing School
Try a half-day taster session at one of the few places in England where you can learn to windsurf on the sea. Coverack has an east facing bay, so protected and ideal for first timers to learn. Visit...
Roskilly's Ice Cream Farm
Take a look at a real working Cornish ice cream farm! Meet the herd of cows, go for a stroll around the meadows, and of course get a sample of their delicious ice cream.
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!
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!
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!
Cycling in Boswinger
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...
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 on a...
Gunwalloe Church Cove Beach
Made famous in the BBC series Poldark, this beautiful sandy beach has a little church at one end, jutting out of the cliffs. It is also an area of archaeological importance. See the Visit Cornwall...
Coastal Rush
Experience Cornwall’s famously spectacular coastline with a Coasteering adventure, a unique combination of swimming, climbing, scrambling, traversing and cliff jumping. Visit the Coastal Rush website...
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