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Bodmin
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Bodmin; one night if you want to stay near the steam railway or explore nearby Lostwithiel.
Bodmin is a small historic town in north‑Cornwall with a railway station, a prison museum, a steam railway and easy access to Bodmin Moor and Lostwithiel. One day covers the main sights; add a night for the steam railway or a relaxed pace.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- GBP
- Best months
- May–Jun, Sep
- avoid Aug (peak tourist crowds on the moor)
- Airport
- EXT
- Nights
- 1
Rules in force · 8Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Britain and Ireland ↗Neither the UK nor Ireland is part of Schengen: days spent here do not count towards the 90/180-day Schengen limit, and a Schengen visa does not admit you to either country.
- Britain and Ireland ↗The island of Ireland runs on two currencies: euro in the Republic, pound sterling in Northern Ireland and Great Britain. Carry a card that pays in both without fees.
- Britain and Ireland ↗Both islands drive on the left. Speed limits are in miles per hour in the UK (including Northern Ireland) and in kilometres per hour in the Republic of Ireland.
- United Kingdom ↗Most visitors who do not need a UK visa now need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travelling; this includes EU nationals. Irish citizens are exempt. Check the UK government site for your passport.
- United Kingdom ↗The UK is outside the EU and the Schengen area; a Schengen visa is not valid for the UK.
- United Kingdom ↗Driving is on the left; London has congestion and emissions charges for most vehicles, so do not drive in the city.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Bodmin999 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Bodmin, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the pound sterling (GBP, £).United Kingdom-wide
- SIM or eSIMEE, Vodafone (merged with Three in 2025) and O2 run the networks; prepaid SIMs sell in supermarkets, phone shops and airport vending machines…United Kingdom-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe everywhere.United Kingdom-wide
- TippingcheckRestaurant with table service: 10–12.5% if no service charge is on the bill; check before adding more.United Kingdom-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United Kingdom-wide
- SafetyBodmin is generally safe; watch for narrow rural roads and keep an eye on belongings in busy tourist spots.
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- RestroomsPublic toilets are scarce and some charge 50p–£1 (≈ US$2) or are card-only.United Kingdom-wide
- Emergency numbers999 police · 999 fire · 999 ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysShops in England and Wales open six hours on Sundays (usually 10:00 or 11:00–16:00 or 17:00).Shops in England and Wales open six hours on Sundays (usually 10:00 AM or 11:00 AM–4:00 PM or 5:00 PM).United Kingdom-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportEXT Exeter Airport (About 30 km (19 mi) east; bus or taxi to Bodmin (~45 min).).EXT Exeter Airport (About 19 mi (30 km) east; bus or taxi to Bodmin (~45 min).).
- Getting aroundBodmin Parkway station (hourly trains to Penzance and Plymouth).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee in a café£2–£3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Museum or sight ticketBodmin Jail entry£6–£8 (≈ US$8–11)
- Budget bedBed & Breakfast, a night, per person£55 (≈ US$75)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget £45 (≈ US$60) · Mid £70 (≈ US$95) · High £120 (≈ US$160)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- EXT Exeter Airport (About 30 km (19 mi) east; bus or taxi to Bodmin (~45 min).)EXT Exeter Airport (About 19 mi (30 km) east; bus or taxi to Bodmin (~45 min).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Feb
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Mar
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Apr
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
May
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jun
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jul
not flagged
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Aug
Avoid
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Sep
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Nov
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Dec
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Best: May–Jun, Sep. Avoid: Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)), coolest Jan (5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C) low), wettest Dec (11 rain days), driest Jun (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Bodmin: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
10 rd
Feb
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Mar
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
8 rd
Apr
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
7 rd
May
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
6 rd
Jun
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
Jul
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5 rd
Aug
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
Oct
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
9 rd
Nov
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
10 rd
Dec
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
11 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Bodmin Parkway station (hourly trains to Penzance and Plymouth). Local bus 11A links station to town centre (4 mi). Walk or cycle on the Camel Trail to the moor. Car hire at Exeter or local agencies for moor access.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Lostwithiel
goDoor to door: ≈30 min round‑trip
Bus 11A or train to Lostwithiel station, about 15 min.
Visit Restormel Castle (adult £5.90) and Lostwithiel Museum.
Bodmin Moor (Cardinham Woods trail)
goDoor to door: ≈2 h total for a short walk
Local bus to Cardinham or drive; walk from town centre.
Well‑marked trails, good for families.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
The Globe Inn
B&B in Lostwithiel, 5 min by bus; £70 per night.
The Royal Oak Inn
B&B in Lostwithiel; £75 per night.
St Tudy Inn
Gastropub B&B 10 mi north of Bodmin; £210 double.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- £45–£70 (≈ US$60–95) excl. bed
- Mid
- £70–£110 (≈ US$95–150) excl. bed
- High
- £110 (≈ US$150)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Bed & Breakfast2 × 1 night × £70 | £140 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × £70 | £140 |
| Train Bodmin Parkway ↔ Exeter (return)2 × £12 · Check National Rail for exact fare. | £24 |
| Bus 11A day ticket2 × £5 · Check local bus operator. | £10 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | £31 |
| Trip total≈ £173 per person per day, bed included | £345≈ US$500 |
Typical price for a double room in Lostwithiel.
2026 estimate in GBP; flights and rail passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee in a café | £2–£3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Pub meal (fish & chips) | £8–£12 (≈ US$11–16) |
| Bodmin Jail entry | £6–£8 (≈ US$8–11) |
| Restormel Castle entry | £5.90 (≈ US$8) adult |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Train service is roughly hourly; check the timetable for late‑day gaps.
- Bodmin Jail opening hours vary seasonally – verify before visiting.
- Some attractions (e.g., Restormel Castle) close in winter; check dates.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 999
- Fire
- 999
- Ambulance
- 999
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Emergency
- Police999
- Fire and ambulance999
Embassy
US consulate in Bristol; UK embassy in London.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bodmin Parkway → Bodmin town (bus 11A): about £5 (≈ US$7) one way (check schedule)
- Train Exeter ↔ Bodmin Parkway: about £12 (≈ US$16) return (check National Rail)
Say or show
- Sori — Excuse me / Sorry (saw-ree)
- Diolch — Thank you (dee-och)
- Faint sut? — How much is it? (faint soot)
- Bleth bus? — Where is the bus stop? (bleth bus)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Bodmin. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Jun, Sep · avoid Aug (peak tourist crowds on the moor) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Bodmin Parkway → bus → town centre (15 min).
- Lostwithiel railway station → walk to Restormel Castle (10 min).
- Car hire at Exeter for moor excursions.
Sources
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