Set in a beautiful wooded valley, Lostwithiel is located nearby to Bodmin, within easy reach of the rugged moors.
Founded by the Normans for tin exporting purposes, the approach to Lostwithiel is widely recognised as one of the most spectacular in Cornwall, offering beautiful scenery whether you’re arriving by road, river or rail.
Many tourists head to Lostwithiel for its unrivalled collection of antiques shops and packed calendar of collectors’ fairs. After a rummage among vintage treasures, visitors can head to the eerie ruins of the 13th century Restormel Castle, which boasts some exceedingly well-preserved defensive walls and sits perched on a hill overlooking the town.
Every fourth Saturday of the month, Lostwithiel hosts a bustling local produce market at the local Scout Hut, where visitors can sample and purchase meats, cheeses, fruit and vegetables from the region.
Regular, independent craft fairs are run at Lostwithiel Community Centre, a venue which also hosts a number of beer and cider festivals, quiz nights, and musical and theatrical performances. There is a small cafe inside which serves tea, coffee and homemade cakes.
Housed inside the Georgian Corn Exchange and spreading into the former Town Gaol, the Town Museum is a must-see if you’re interested in finding out more about Lostwithiel’s heritage during your visit.
Community, Cornish & Heritage
Tue 25th Mar, 2025 — Wed 26th Mar, 2025
Boconnoc, Lostwithiel
£27 — £27
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Community, Outdoor
Fri 10th Jan, 2025 — Fri 28th Mar, 2025
Boconnoc, Lostwithiel
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Art, Workshops
Sat 1st Mar, 2025 — Sat 29th Mar, 2025
Elaine Foster-Gandey Art, Lostwithiel
£125 — £125
Shopping
Sun 30th Mar, 2025
Lostwithiel Community Centre, Lostwithiel
£2 — £2
Community, Spiritual & Wellness
Tue 1st Apr, 2025
Lostwithiel Community Centre, Lostwithiel
£12 — £12
Cornish & Heritage, Family, Outdoor
Tue 8th Apr, 2025
Boconnoc, Lostwithiel
£0 — £15
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Live Music
Wed 9th Apr, 2025
St Bartholomew’s, Lostwithiel
£7 — £10
Cornish & Heritage, Family, Outdoor
Tue 15th Apr, 2025
Boconnoc, Lostwithiel
£0 — £15
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Family, Festivals, Live Music, Outdoor
Fri 30th May, 2025 — Sun 1st Jun, 2025
Scorrier Estate, Lostwithiel
£55 — £55
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Festivals, Outdoor, Spiritual & Wellness, Workshops
Fri 4th Jul, 2025 — Sun 6th Jul, 2025
Boconnoc Estate, Lostwithiel
£95 — £95
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Active, Dance
Wed 25th Sep, 2024 — Wed 23rd Jul, 2025
Lostwithiel Community Centre, Lostwithiel
£6.50 — £6.50
Outdoor, Talks
Tue 22nd Jul, 2025 — Sun 10th Aug, 2025
Boconnoc, Lostwithiel
£27 — £27
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Cornish & Heritage, Outdoor
Sat 25th Oct, 2025
Boconnoc, Lostwithiel
£0 — £15
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Cornish & Heritage, Outdoor
Wed 29th Oct, 2025
Boconnoc, Lostwithiel
£0 — £15
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Community, Cornish & Heritage
Wed 11th Jun, 2025 — Wed 12th Nov, 2025
Boconnoc, Lostwithiel
£27 — £27
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Active, Outdoor
Wed 1st Jun, 2022 — Thu 1st Jan, 2026
Lostwithiel, Lostwithiel
£ — £3
