Area Info for Lostwithiel (Cornwall)

Lostwithiel (Cornwall, UK)

Lostwithiel is a historic town located in Cornwall, England. It is situated on the River Fowey and is known for its rich history and well-preserved architecture. The town has a population of approximately 1,500 residents and is a popular destination for visitors interested in exploring Cornwall's cultural heritage.

History

Lostwithiel has a history dating back to the medieval period. It was an important centre for the tin and copper trade during the Middle Ages. The town's name is believed to derive from the Cornish words "lost" meaning "a place" and "witheyl" meaning "a willow tree," reflecting its historical landscape and natural environment.

Landmarks and Attractions

One of the notable landmarks in Lostwithiel is the medieval bridge that spans the River Fowey, which dates back to the 15th century. The town also features several historic buildings, including the St Bartholomew's Church, which has origins dating to the 13th century. The town's narrow streets and traditional cottages offer a charming atmosphere for visitors.

Activities and Events

Lostwithiel hosts various events throughout the year, including the Lostwithiel Carnival and the annual Christmas market. The town is also a hub for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and exploring the surrounding countryside and riverways. The nearby Fowey River offers opportunities for boating and fishing.

Transport

The town is accessible by road and is served by the Lostwithiel railway station, which provides connections to larger cities such as Plymouth and Exeter. Its location makes it a convenient base for exploring Cornwall and the wider South West region.

Local Economy<

Historically, the economy of Lostwithiel was driven by mining and trade. Today, tourism plays a significant role, supported by its historical sites, natural beauty, and cultural events. Local businesses include pubs, cafes, shops, and accommodation providers catering to visitors.
Education
School
Lostwithiel School0.05 miles
Bodmin Hill, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, PL22 0AJ
St Winnow CofE School0.74 miles
Downend, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, PL22 0RA
Lanlivery Community Primary School1.46 miles
Lanlivery, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL30 5BT
Lerryn CofE Primary School3.17 miles
Lerryn, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, PL22 0QA
Luxulyan School3.33 miles
Luxulyan, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL30 5EE
Bodmin College3.78 miles
Lostwithiel Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 1DD
Tywardreath School3.83 miles
Southpark Road, Tywardreath, Par, Cornwall, PL24 2PT
St Petroc's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School4.24 miles
Athelstan Park, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 1DS
Roselyon Preparatory School4.34 miles
St Blazey Road, Par, Cornwall, PL24 2HZ
Doubletrees School4.49 miles
St Blazey Gate, St Blazey, Par, PL24 2DS
Lanivet Community Primary School4.59 miles
Lanivet, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL30 5HE
The Beacon Infant and Nursery School, Bodmin4.67 miles
38 Robartes Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 1JQ
Robartes ACE Academy4.67 miles
23 Barn Lane, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 1LU
Biscovey Academy4.81 miles
Lamellyn Road, Par, Cornwall, PL24 2DB
Biscovey Nursery and Infant Community School4.81 miles
Lamellyn Road, Par, Cornwall, PL24 2DB
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bodmin4.85 miles
Barn Lane, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 1LW
Health
Clinic
Outlook South West0.38 miles
2D Restormel Industrial Estate, Liddicoat Road, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, PL22 0HG
East Resource Centre4.18 miles
Unit 10, Bodmin Business Centre, Harleigh Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 1AH
Doubletrees School4.49 miles
St. Blazey Gate, St. Blazey, Par, Cornwall, PL24 2DS
Specsavers Hearcare - Cornwall - Bodmin4.73 miles
51 Fore Street, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2JB
Bodmin Share Contraception Clinic4.73 miles
The Chestnuts, 83 Fore Street, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2JB
Addaction / Re:Source4.78 miles
Bodmin Business Park, Launceston Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2RJ
Bodmin Contraception Clinic4.79 miles
Bodmin Health Centre, Dennison Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2LP
Bodmin Hospital5.02 miles
Boundary Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2QT
Polkyth Leisure Centre6.80 miles
Carlyon Road, St. Austell, Cornwall, PL25 4DB
Addaction7.19 miles
5 Church Street, St. Austell, Cornwall, PL25 4AT
St Austell Share Contraception Clinic7.23 miles
1 Biddicks Court, St. Austell, Cornwall, PL25 5EW
Specsavers Hearcare - Cornwall - St Austell7.29 miles
39 Fore Street, St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 5PY
Trevillis House9.26 miles
Lodge Hill, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 4EN
Wadebridge Dental Clinic10.13 miles
Brooklyn, Wadebridge, Cornwall, PL27 7AT
South Devon Osteopaths Ltd (Old Bridge Surgery)10.33 miles
The Looe Health Centre, Station Road, Looe, Cornwall, PL13 1HA
Looe Health Centre10.33 miles
Old Bridge Surgery, The Looe Health Centre, Station Road, Looe, Cornwall, PL13 1HA
GP
LOSTWITHIEL MEDICAL PRACTICE 0.30 miles
Lostwithiel Medical Practice, North Street, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, PL22 0EF
Dr MIDDLETON & partners3.97 miles
Par Health Centre, Eastcliffe Road, Par, Cornwall, PL24 2AJ
Dr MONK & partners4.10 miles
Middleway Surgery, St.Blazey, Par, Cornwall, PL24 2JL
Stillmoor House Medical Practice4.71 miles
Stillmoor House, Bell Lane, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2JJ
Carnewater Practice - Bodmin4.81 miles
Dennison Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2LB
Dr MIDDLETON & partners5.29 miles
Fowey River Practice, Rawlings Lane, Fowey, Cornwall, PL23 1DT
Dr Schenk & Partners5.51 miles
The Clays Practice, Roche Road, Bugle, Cornwall, PL26 8PP
Dr MIDDLETON & partners5.88 miles
Polruan Surgery, The Quay, Polruan, Cornwall, PL23 1PA
Wheal Northey Surgery5.91 miles
1 Wheal Northey, St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 3EF
Dr Mackrell & Partners6.79 miles
Woodland Road Surgery, 18-20 Woodland Road, St.Austell, Cornwall, PL25 4QY
Polkyth Surgery6.90 miles
Polkyth Surgery, Carlyon Road, St.Austell, Cornwall, PL25 4EG
Dr Schenk & partners6.97 miles
The Clays Practice, Victoria Road, Roche, St Austell Cornwall, PL26 8JF
Pelynt Surgery7.00 miles
Summer Lane, Pelynt LOOE, PL13 2LP
Dr Knobloch & Partners7.45 miles
The Park Medical Centre, 19 Bridge Road, St.Austell, Cornwall, PL25 5HE
Dr LUNNY & partners8.23 miles
Village Hall, Blisland, Cornwall, PL30 4JR
Polperro Surgery8.58 miles
The Coombes, Polperro LOOE, PL13 2RQ
Hospital
Bodmin NHS Treatment Centre5.02 miles
Boundary Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2QT
Fowey Hospital5.20 miles
Park Road, Fowey, Cornwall, PL23 1EE
St Austell Community Hospital7.21 miles
Porthpean Road, St. Austell, Cornwall, PL26 6AD
Liskeard Community Hospital10.44 miles
Clemo Road, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 3XD
Newquay Hospital17.61 miles
St. Thomas Road, Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 1RQ
St Barnabas Hospital20.24 miles
Higher Port View, Saltash, Cornwall, PL12 4BU
Launceston General Hospital20.44 miles
Link Road, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 9JD
Duchy Hospital20.95 miles
Penventinnie Lane, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 3UP
Royal Cornwall Hospital (Treliske)21.02 miles
Treliske, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 3LQ
Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre24.51 miles
20 Brest Road, Derriford, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 5XP
Mount Gould Local Care Centre24.65 miles
200 Mount Gould Road, Mount Gould, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 7PY
Nuffield Health, Plymouth Hospital24.65 miles
Derriford Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 8BG
Derriford Hospital24.68 miles
Derriford Road, Crownhill, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 8DH
Royal Eye Infirmary24.68 miles
Derriford Road, Crownhill, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 8DH
Tavistock Community Hospital24.77 miles
Spring Hill, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 8LD
Falmouth Hospital25.30 miles
Trescobeas Road, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 2JA
Pharmacy
Mountchase Pharmacy0.29 miles
13 Fore Street, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, PL22 0BW
Boots4.05 miles
4 Fern Lea Villas, Middleway, St Blazey, Par, Cornwall, PL24 2JG
Middleway Pharmacy4.10 miles
Middleway Surgery, Middleway, St Blazey, Par, Cornwall, PL24 2JL
Boots4.14 miles
29 Eastcliffe Road, Par, Cornwall, PL24 2AQ
Boots4.67 miles
34 Fore Street, Bodmin, PL31 2HL
Boots4.69 miles
Unit 5 Bell Lane, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2JL
Asda Pharmacy4.71 miles
Launceston Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2AR
Day Lewis Plc4.72 miles
17 Dennison Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2LL
Boots5.44 miles
16 - 18 Fore Street, Fowey, Cornwall, PL23 1AQ
Day Lewis Plc5.91 miles
Wheal Northey Centre, 1 Wheal Northey, St Austell, PL25 3EF
Boots6.65 miles
67 Victoria Road, Mount Charles, St. Austell, Cornwall, PL25 4QF
Boots6.68 miles
25 Polkyth Parade, Carlyon Road, St. Austell, Cornwall, PL25 4RD
Asda Stores Ltd6.76 miles
The Pharmacy, Cromwell Road, St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 4PR
Roche Pharmacy6.97 miles
1 Victoria Road, Roche, St Austell, Cornwall, Cornwall, PL26 8JF
Day Lewis Plc7.22 miles
1-3 Victoria Place, St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 5PE
Boots7.25 miles
29 Fore Street, St Austell, PL25 5EP
Leisure
Park
LANHYDROCK (Grade II* Listed)1.70 miles
BOCONNOC (Grade II* Listed)3.01 miles
PAR BEACH AND ST ANDREWS ROAD4.41 miles
BODMIN BEACON4.48 miles
TREGREHAN (Grade II* Listed)5.14 miles
MENABILLY (Grade II Listed)5.45 miles
GRIBBIN HEAD - POLPERRO6.33 miles
ST NEOT PARISH7.06 miles
PENCARROW (Grade II* Listed)7.38 miles
GOSS MOOR9.07 miles
GOLITHA FALLS9.25 miles
KILMINORTH WOODS9.44 miles
HELIGAN (Grade II Listed)10.53 miles
LAMELLEN (Grade II Listed)11.09 miles
CATCHFRENCH (Grade II Listed)12.75 miles
SEATON VALLEY NORTH12.81 miles
Shop
Groceries
Londis, Lostwithiel0.29 miles
18 Fore Street, Lostwithiel, PL22 0BW
Co-op Lostwithiel0.37 miles
Lostwithiel, PL22 0BS
The Village Shop3.27 miles
Churchtown Luxulyan Bodmin Cornwall PL30 5EA
St Blazey Convenience Store3.67 miles
12 Fore Street, St Blazey, Par Cornwall PL24 2NU
Londis St Blazey Service Station3.70 miles
Bridge Street, Par, PL24 2NS
Costcutter Nr Bodmin3.91 miles
2 College Lane, Nr Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 1HT
Co-op Par4.09 miles
St Blazey, PL24 2JH
SPAR Par4.14 miles
28, Eastcliffe Road, Cornwall, PL24 2AH
Co-op Par4.21 miles
Par Green, Par, PL24 2AG
Morrisons Bodmin4.24 miles
Priory Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2ST
Jordans Conv Store4.42 miles
The Glen Harbour Road, Par St Austell Cornwall PL24 2BB
Lidl Bodmin4.55 miles
Priory Road, Bodmin, PL31 2AA
Iceland Bodmin4.64 miles
9/11 Fore Street, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2HQ
Farmfoods Bodmin4.66 miles
Unit 1 & 2, Callywith Ind Est, PL31 2GR
Bodmin Service Station4.67 miles
Dennison Road, Bodmin, Cornwall PL31 2LW
Costcutter Cornwall4.68 miles
Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2HL
Transport
Airport
Newquay St Mawgan Airport14.79 miles
Plymouth City Airport24.75 miles
Bus Stop
Lostwithiel School (SE)0.07 miles
Lostwithiel School (NW)0.08 miles
Royal Talbot Hotel Duke St (SE)0.22 miles
Royal Talbot Hotel Duke St (NW)0.22 miles
Royal Talbot Hotel (NE)0.24 miles
Royal Talbot Hotel (SW)0.24 miles
Church (SE)0.28 miles
Church (NW)0.29 miles
Church (SE)0.31 miles
Lostwithiel Rail Station ()0.42 miles
Lostwithiel Rail Station ()0.43 miles
Barn Park (W)0.51 miles
Cott Road (SW)0.52 miles
Cott Road (NE)0.52 miles
Pelyn Cross (SW)0.96 miles
Pelyn Cross (NE)0.96 miles
Ferry Port
Fowey Custom House Quay Ferry Landing5.14 miles
Bodinnick Ferry Landing5.25 miles
Fowey Town Quay Ferry Landing5.48 miles
Fowey Ferry Landing5.58 miles
Polruan Ferry Landing5.84 miles
Mevagissey Ferry Landing10.85 miles
Rock Padstow Ferry Landing14.45 miles
Padstow Ferry Landing14.73 miles
Tolverne Ferry Landing20.08 miles
Philleigh King Harry Ferry Landing20.45 miles
Trelisick Ferry Landing20.57 miles
Torpoint Ferry Terminal21.34 miles
Devonport Ferry Terminal21.72 miles
Cremyll Mount Edgcumbe Ferry Landing22.27 miles
Plymouth Stonehouse Ferry Terminal22.67 miles
Place Ferry Landing22.94 miles
Railway Station
Lostwithiel Rail Station0.42 miles
Bodmin Parkway Rail Station2.50 miles
Luxulyan Rail Station3.51 miles
Par Rail Station4.03 miles
Bugle Rail Station5.24 miles
Roche Rail Station6.89 miles
St Austell Rail Station7.05 miles
Coombe Junction Halt (Rail Station)8.82 miles
Causeland Rail Station9.15 miles
St Keyne Wishing Well Halt (Rail Station)9.32 miles
Liskeard Rail Station9.35 miles
Sandplace Rail Station9.38 miles
Looe Rail Station10.24 miles
Menheniot Rail Station11.72 miles
St Columb Road Rail Station11.76 miles
Quintrell Downs Rail Station15.61 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (PL22 0A*)
Number of Properties in Catchment246
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)0
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)0
High Risk (>3.3%)0
Property Sales
10, ST GEORGES PARK

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0AT		£255,000
2025-02-20
semidetached
freehold
BARNGATE BARN

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0HU		£490,000
2024-07-31
detached
freehold
1, KNIGHTS COURT

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0BE		£410,000
2020-11-16
detached
freehold
THE LOFT HOUSE

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0HX		£360,000
2020-10-14
semidetached
freehold
Sold 2003-07-25   £235,000
7, KNIGHTS COURT

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0BE		£551,000
2019-12-04
detached
freehold
3, ST GEORGES PARK

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0AT		£158,000
2019-10-21
terraced
freehold
Sold 2016-04-08   £155,000
Sold 2012-09-17   £125,000
Sold 2006-12-20   £145,000
Sold 2005-05-20   £120,000
5, KNIGHTS COURT

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0BE		£447,500
2019-09-27
detached
freehold
Sold 2003-10-09   £300,000
THE BARN

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0HX		£944,000
2019-01-09
detached
freehold
6, KNIGHTS COURT

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0BE		£490,000
2018-02-21
detached
freehold
Sold 2010-05-07   £460,000
CADOR, 4, KNIGHTS COURT

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0BE		£395,000
2017-10-20
detached
freehold
Sold 2013-06-14   £365,000
Sold 2001-12-21   £235,000
THE WATCH HOUSE, ST GEORGES PARK

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0AT		£355,000
2017-09-25
detached
freehold
PENNYS HOUSE

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0HX		£125,000
2017-06-15
detached
freehold
7, ST GEORGES PARK

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0AT		£130,000
2017-03-20
terraced
freehold
8, KNIGHTS COURT

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0BE		£427,500
2016-12-14
detached
freehold
9, KNIGHTS COURT

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0BE		£524,286
2016-08-18
detached
freehold
Sold 2005-07-04   £485,000
TREGENZA, ST NICHOLAS PARK

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0BA		£210,000
2013-04-05
detached
freehold
TREMORVAH, ST NICHOLAS PARK

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0BA		£250,000
2012-04-16
detached
freehold
WOODLANDS FARM (GWENNEL BARN)
SWEETSHOUSE
BODMIN
CORNWALL
PL30 5FE		£100,000
2011-09-30
detached
freehold
WOODLANDS FARM (BANK BARN)
SWEETSHOUSE
BODMIN
CORNWALL
PL30 5FE		£175,000
2011-09-30
detached
freehold
WOODLANDS FARM
SWEETSHOUSE
BODMIN
CORNWALL
PL30 5FE		£345,000
2011-09-30
detached
freehold
14, ST GEORGES PARK

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0AT		£125,000
2010-03-03
terraced
freehold
MELLION, ST NICHOLAS PARK

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0BA		£175,000
2009-11-06
detached
freehold
FOUR OAKS, ST NICHOLAS PARK

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0BA		£245,000
2009-10-08
detached
freehold
Sold 2003-03-18   £184,950
MEANDERS, 10, ST NICHOLAS PARK

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0BA		£480,000
2009-08-11
detached
freehold
2, KNIGHTS COURT
LOSTWITHIEL
LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0BE		£335,000
2009-01-09
detached
freehold
Sold 2007-08-01   £370,000
Sold 2001-11-16   £200,000
BUNGALOW, ST GEORGES PARK
LOSTWITHIEL
LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0AT		£220,000
2007-06-22
detached
freehold
Sold 2004-06-01   £202,500
Sold 2002-01-25   £85,000
11, ST GEORGES PARK
LOSTWITHIEL
LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0AT		£174,950
2006-09-08
semidetached
freehold
LOWER DEMESNES
LOSTWITHIEL
LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0HX		£515,000
2005-11-14
detached
freehold
HILL HEAD COTTAGE
LOSTWITHIEL
LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0HU		£375,000
2005-07-01
detached
freehold
Sold 2002-05-31   £230,000
TREGARTHEN, ST GEORGES PARK
LOSTWITHIEL
LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0AT		£385,000
2005-07-01
detached
freehold
BROADACRES, ST NICHOLAS PARK
LOSTWITHIEL
LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0BA		£184,950
2003-10-01
detached
freehold
NEW BUNGALOW, ST GEORGES PARK
LOSTWITHIEL
LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0AT		£24,000
2002-08-30
detached
freehold
5, ST GEORGES PARK
LOSTWITHIEL
LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0AT		£77,950
2002-03-22
semidetached
freehold
HIGHBURY, ST NICHOLAS PARK

LOSTWITHIEL
CORNWALL
PL22 0BA		£137,500
2002-01-25
detached
freehold
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