Brought to public attention by the devastating flooding that occurred in 2004 the village has been completely rebuilt and its harbour restored to its picture-perfect former glory. If you like walking and taking in the scenery, then Boscastle is a must. Expect coastal walks and some challenging but worthwhile climbs up the rocky harbourfront to the blustery cliff face to be wowed by the views and crashing waves.

A lesser-known hidden gem of an attraction in North Cornwall is found in this village. The Museum of Witcraft and Magic. For anyone with a passing interest in things spooky (and in the history of such things), then this is the place to go. Purported to be the world’s largest collection of occult artefacts this is well worth a visit. As you wander through the village, you’ll notice how the links to witchcraft can be seen in other places, too. With mystical shops, witchy-named pubs (the Cobweb Inn) and a number of unexplained pre-historic mazes carved into rock faces within a few miles of the village, you can understand why some American visitors have referred to it as the Salem of Britain.

Food

Boscastle is a small village, so don’t expect many options. However, the Rocket Store is an exceptional find if you are out and about. Make sure to book, as it's a popular foodie destination. Priding themselves on locally sourced food from their own farm and boat, the food changes daily depending on availability. Personally, I found it to be outstanding quality.

Another great choice for a coffee or light bite is The Good Stuff, an independent cafe in the harbour that serves seasonal, local food.

Cobweb Inn (named to reflect the area's supposed history and links to witchcraft) or the Napoleon Inn are both great choices. The visitor centre is also a great place to find a good range of food for a light lunch. It has quite a lot of space for larger groups and allows dogs.

The Harbour Light Tea Garden is a lovely place to visit for a cup of tea. This higgledy little building stands out proudly at the head of the harbour and serves great cakes, coffee and light lunches. Or how about a Cornish Cream Tea (don’t forget to put the Jam on first!)