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The Riverside

4.5(811)
Restaurant

About

The Riverside is a charming 13-room guesthouse set in a 1500s stone building overlooking the River Valency in Boscastle. Its central location offers easy access to the Southwest Coast Path and nearby routes, making it a convenient stop for business travelers and groups.

The venue features an elegant restaurant and tea garden with outdoor seating by the river, serving homemade Cornish cream teas, lunches, and evening meals. Spacious, comfortable rooms and attentive service create a relaxing atmosphere for meetings or overnight stays.

Best for

  • Intimate team dinners with river views
  • Business stopovers with comfortable stays
  • Casual client lunches in a relaxed setting

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

1500s stone building with river views
Historic Setting
1500s stone building with river views
Housed in a 16th-century stone guesthouse overlooking the River Valency, the venue offers a unique historic atmosphere paired with soothing natural water sounds visible from rooms and dining areas.
Tea garden with picnic tables and umbrellas
Outdoor Space
Tea garden with picnic tables and umbrellas
A charming outdoor deck overlooking the rivulet features picnic tables and umbrellas, providing a relaxed spot for cream teas, lunches, or casual gatherings in a scenic Cornish valley.
Award-winning restaurant with homemade specialties
Food & Beverage
Award-winning restaurant with homemade specialties
The Riverside offers an elegant dining experience with a menu praised for homemade quiche, fish chowder, and Cornish cream teas, complemented by a friendly and attentive staff even during busy periods.

At a glance

Rated 4.5 on Google · 811 reviews