National Maritime Museum Cornwall (Falmouth)
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YHA Boswinger
Overview
YHA Boswinger is a unique, rural retreat for outdoor breaks in Cornwall. With a multitude of secluded coves, coastal paths and leafy lanes just moments from the door, there are endless adventures on offer for walkers, cyclists and kayakers.
If you’re enticed by Cornwall’s renowned gardens, then we are perfectly placed for visits to the award-winning Caerhays Castle Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan.
Why guests love YHA Boswinger
Accommodation at YHA Boswinger
Things to do around YHA Boswinger
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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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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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Cycling in Boswinger
The hostel has a handy emergency cycle and puncture repair kit on hand - just in case!
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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
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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
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access after check-in
- 24-hour reception
- BBQ area
- Contactless payments
- Cycle store
- Dining room
- Extra-large garden/grounds
- Free parking on premises
- Games
- Garden/grounds
- Group meals
- Highchair
- Intermittent mobile coverage
- Minibus parking on premises
- Outdoor seating
- Sea view
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared drying room
- Shared laundry room
- Shared lounge
- Small garden/grounds
- Sole use available
- Unlimited breakfast
- Water refill station
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Reception opening hours: From 08:00 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 20:30.
Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.
Parking: There is parking available at the hostel.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in social spaces.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Boswinger, except when hiring the whole hostel through YHA Exclusive Hire. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.
YHA Boswinger - Access Statement
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Volunteering
Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.
The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.
Find out more and apply to volunteer.
History
YHA Boswinger was one of the first properties YHA bought in Cornwall. Originally it was two separate farm buildings but they have since been connected into one. The manager’s accommodation used to be three self-contained flats which were available for hire, but this has now been converted.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: Take a stroll down the lane to Hemmick Beach where you can enjoy a peaceful day of sea-swimming, rock-pooling, or taking off on stunning walks along the South West Coast Path. Or if you fancy something a little more challenging, why not try a cycle ride to Mevagissey, where you can admire the fishing boats in the impressive double harbour and cool off with a Cornish ice cream?
