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.
Cornish & Heritage, Outdoor
Sun 28th May, 2023
Boconnoc, Lostwithiel
£6 — £7.5
Art, Open Studios
Sat 27th May, 2023 — Sun 4th Jun, 2023
Artists at the Oasis Room, Lostwithiel
Art, Open Studios
Sat 27th May, 2023 — Sun 4th Jun, 2023
Roberta Hopkins, Lostwithiel
Art, Open Studios
Sat 27th May, 2023 — Sun 4th Jun, 2023
Artists at the Oasis Room, Lostwithiel
Food & Drink, Live Music
Sat 24th Jun, 2023
Boconnoc Estate, Lostwithiel
£11.55 — £11.55
Art, Workshops
Sat 15th Jul, 2023
Boconnoc Estate, Lostwithiel
£103.63 — £103.63
Live Music
Wed 26th Jul, 2023
Boconnoc Estate, Lostwithiel
£11.55 — £11.55
Family
Thu 27th Jul, 2023
Boconnoc Estate, Lostwithiel
£8.74 — £16.96
Family
Thu 27th Jul, 2023
Boconnoc Estate, Lostwithiel
£8.83 — £16.96
Family
Thu 27th Jul, 2023
Boconnoc Estate, Lostwithiel
£8.83 — £16.96
Talks
Tue 1st Aug, 2023
Boconnoc Estate, Lostwithiel
£22.38 — £22.38
Festivals
Thu 3rd Aug, 2023 — Thu 31st Aug, 2023
Lostwithiel, Lostwithiel
Family
Fri 20th Oct, 2023
Boconnoc Estate, Lostwithiel
£8.83 — £16.96
Family
Fri 20th Oct, 2023
Boconnoc Estate, Lostwithiel
£8.83 — £16.96
Cornish & Heritage, Outdoor
Wed 5th Apr, 2023 — Wed 25th Oct, 2023
Lostwithiel Community Centre, Lostwithiel
£5 — £5
Cornish & Heritage, Shopping
Sat 1st Apr, 2023 — Sat 2nd Dec, 2023
The Scout Hall, Lostwithiel
£ — £
Christmas, Workshops
Tue 5th Dec, 2023
Boconnoc Estate, Lostwithiel
£60.29 — £60.29
Active, Outdoor
Wed 1st Jun, 2022 — Thu 1st Jan, 2026
Lostwithiel, Lostwithiel
£ — £3
