YHA Boswinger St Austell

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Boswinger YHA

Boswinger
St Austell
Cornwall
England
PL26 6LL
United Kingdom

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YHA Boswinger is a cosy and welcoming hostel located in Boswinger, a small hamlet in the heart of Cornwall, England. The hostel, which is housed in a traditional Cornish farmhouse, offers a range of comfortable accommodation options, including both private rooms and shared dormitories, catering to solo travellers, families, and groups alike. With a communal kitchen for self-catering and a comfortable lounge area for relaxation, YHA Boswinger provides a homely atmosphere for those looking to experience the rural charm of Cornwall.
The hostel's location in Boswinger offers guests access to a variety of attractions and activities. It's just a short stroll to some of Cornwall's most beautiful, secluded beaches and coastal paths, making it an ideal base for beach trips, coastal walks, and water sports. The nearby Lost Gardens of Heligan and the Eden Project offer fascinating horticultural adventures, and the picturesque fishing villages of Mevagissey and Gorran Haven are perfect for leisurely exploration and fresh seafood. Further afield, guests can visit the historic town of St. Austell or venture to the rugged landscapes of Bodmin Moor. With its authentic rural ambiance, excellent location, and warm hospitality, YHA Boswinger provides a superb base for experiencing the beauty and charm of Cornwall.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 291 feet / 88.7 metres above sea level

Beaches near this Hostel distance in miles.

Hemmick Beach

Near Gorran Haven - a sandy composition 0.4 miles away. A little known beach off the beaten track but a gem of a find, - sounth westerly facing, bordered by low cliffs either side

Porthluney Cove Beach

Near Gorran Haven - a sandy composition 1.1 miles away. Located to the west of Gorran Haven, as the name suggested this is a lovely sheltered cove with golden sand and a car park at the head of the beach

Vault Beach

Near Gorran Haven - a sandy and shingle composition 1.2 miles away. A shingle beach, transitioning to sand as the tide recedes, a long beach at just over 700 metres with a walk down from a National trust car park. There is an naturist section at the very far end but generally this is a quiet unspoilt beach

Gorran Haven Beach

Near Gorran Haven - a sandy composition 1.4 miles away. A popular sandy bay by this equally popular holiday resort at Gorran Haven

Little Perhaver Beach

Near Gorran Haven - a sandy and shingle composition 1.4 miles away. A small cove at Gorran Haven with a mostly sandy beach , some and shingle, immediately adjacent to the main Gorran Haven beach, A separate cove at high tide and joins the main beach at low tide.

Facilities at the accommodation
Shower or Bath
Meals Available
Car Parking onsite / close by
Children Welcome
Open All Year
WiFi - Internet Access
Disabled Facilities
Budget Hotels at St Austell

Facilities Nearby
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Water Sports
Fishing

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🛈 Distances are based on direct straight lines for a guidline, adjust for road travel

International Airports

Newquay Airport
Mawgan in Pydar Cornwall
TR8 4RQ
16.7 miles
Exeter Airport
Clyst Honiton Devon
EX5 2BD
70.7 miles

Local Airports

Truro Aerodrome
Truro Cornwall
TR4 9EX
14.4 miles
Perranporth Airfield
Perranporth Cornwall
TR5 0XS
17.1 miles

Motorways

M5 Junction 31
Bodmin
65.0 miles
M5 Junction 30
Exeter, Dawlish,Sidmouth, Exmouth
68.1 miles
M5 Junction 29
Honiton, Exeter Airport
68.7 miles

Railway Stations

St Austell
station code = SAU
PL25 4LA
7.3 miles
Par
station code = PAR
PL24 2LT
9.7 miles

Ferry Ports

Philleigh King Harry Landing sailing to ->

Trelissick

Address:
Philleigh
Cornwall
TR2 5JH

9.2 miles

Trelissick Landing sailing to ->

Philleigh

Address:
Trelissick
Cornwall
TR3 6QJ

9.3 miles

Attractions & places to see near this Hostel

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Caerhays Castle -
PL26 6LY

SW 97098 41592

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Located west of St Austell near Porthluney Bay beach, A castl and gardens open to the public with a large lake and views out to sea, garden walks and castle tours

1.3m / 2.1km - 19 minutes walk

Lost Gardens Of Helligan -
PL26 6EN

SW 99909 46424

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Located near Mevagissey a stunning large 200 acre garden restored to its former glory with a stunning array of plant specimens to become one of the foremost gardens in the country

3.4m / 5.5km - 50 minutes walk

Mevagissey Model Railway -
PL26 6UL

SX 01373 44782

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50.2695239, -4.78860451

2.7m / 4.3km - 41 minutes walk

Glenleigh Farm Fisheries -
PL26 7JB

SW 97155 50390

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Located near St Austell, Cornwall with two lakes for coarse fishing. The lakes are stocked with a variety of fish, including carp, bream, roach, rudd, and tench. The site also offers parking, toilets, and a small tackle shop.

5.9m / 9.5km

Mevagissey Aquarium -
PL26 6UR

SX 01589 44685

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Mevagissey Aquarium is a small, family-run attraction in the fishing village of Mevagissey in Cornwall, England. It features a wide variety of marine life, including fish, lobsters, crabs, and starfish, as well as interactive displays and a touch tank for visitors to get up close with the creatures

2.7m / 4.3km - 41 minutes walk

Trewithen Gardens -
TR2 4DD

SW 91351 47594

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Located between Truro and St Austell just off the A390. You can explore the historic house and tour the gardens. There is a Lake and plant centre as well as a tea rooms

6.3m / 10.1km

Mevagissey Harbour -
PL26 6QQ

SX 01506 44832

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50.27001866, -4.78677051

2.8m / 4.5km - 42 minutes walk

White River Place -
PL25 5AZ

SX 01275 52299

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A shopping centre in the hart of St Austell with a wide range of shops, eateries and a place to stop and have a drink with its own car park.

7.1m / 11.4km

Mevagissey Museum -
PL26 6QT

SX 01686 44823

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A small local museum that tells the history of Mevagissey village and its residents. It displays a variety of artefact's, including photographs, tools, and costumes, showcasing the area's past and present. Visitors can learn about the local fishing industry, agriculture, and the people who made Mevagissey their home.

2.8m / 4.5km - 43 minutes walk

Charlestown Shipwreck Museum -
PL25 3NJ

SX 03826 51606

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An interesting attraction full of history on the coast south of St Austell. With a museum, tunnels, , visit the historic and very scenic harbour with its tall ships, you may have even seen it ! Often used as a filming location including for the Poldark series.

7.2m / 11.6km

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Nearby Cities, towns and local villages near St Austell

Main Towns

St Austell 7.2 m - Saint Austell 7.4 m - Truro 10.4 m - Falmouth 12.3 m

Small Towns

Gorran Haven 0.9 m - Mevagissey 2.8 m - Portloe 3.6 m - Charlestown 7.3 m

Villages or districts

Boswinger 0.4 m - Treveor 0.4 m - Penare 0.4 m - Gorran Churchtown 0.9 m

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What is the nearest beach to this YHA Hostel?

The Little Perhaver Beach is 1.4 miles from this YHA Hostel. We also list other beaches within 5 miles with descriptions

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