Boscastle, Cornwall, UK - picturesque harbour and laid back atmosphere

Thickset fishermen’s cottages and interesting, unique shops set the tone for the romantic village of Boscastle. The village’s distinctive harbour and medieval core add to its picturesque, laid back atmosphere. Boscastle is an art-centric village with The Old Forge artist’s studio and gallery and a fine pottery. The village is best known for being home to the world-renowned Museum of Witchcraft but it is also home to many other historic attractions such as the Lime Kiln, lovely Norman era churches, the 19th century Coastwatch Lookout and the Bathing Pool, which was cut out of the rock in 1891. The National Trust owns and cares for Boscastle’s medieval harbour and the surrounding coastline, which is set within a Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The National Trust also runs a shop, café and visitor centre in a historic building in town. Boscastle makes an ideal base for exploring Cornwall and North Devon’s moorland, wooded valleys and coastal footpaths. A cosy holid

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