Jamaica Inn

Christmas and New Year

December 11 2014

At Jamaica Inn traditional festive fair is already available every lunchtime and evening right up to Christmas. Then see the fun filled events over Christmas and New year here – amazing live music events with no entry fee, traditional Christmas Day lunch, fantastic New Year’s Eve party and disco and a Murder Mystery to solve over dinner on New Year’s Day.

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Jamaica Inn Planning Approval

December 10 2014

On 10th December Cornwall Council approved the building of a large round Function Suite for up to around 250 guests which will have magnificent views over the moors and will be ideal for weddings and corporate events. The Council also approved a Farm Shop off the carpark which will be a boon for locals who currently have to travel miles to the nearest shop and for tourists on their way to their rented...

Murder Mystery Evening

November 13 2014

Murder Mystery Evening

Jamaica Inn’s next monthly Murder Mystery will be on New Year's Day at 7pm.Our world famous Inn is the perfect setting for an evening of exciting entertainment solving a mystery, portrayed dramatically by actors, whilst enjoying a fine 3 course meal all for just £30 per head - to book ring us on 01566 86250. Why not turn the evening into a night at the Inn and stay in one of our charming 4-poster...

Festive Fun at Jamaica Inn

October 12 2014

Festive Fun at Jamaica Inn

Why not share a magical Christmas with us at Jamaica Inn this year by staying for a lavish 3 night break from 24th to 27th December!Christmas at Jamaica Inn begins with a 3pm onwards check-in on Christmas Eve. After settling into your room, take time to unwind in our cosy bar, warming yourself next to a roaring fire before sitting down for a delicious two-course meal from our festive menu. The evening...

Have a spooky Halloween at Jamaica Inn!

October 09 2014

Have a spooky Halloween at Jamaica Inn!

Jamaica Inn loves to embrace its stirring past, haunting presence and eerie location, so with Halloween approaching, it’s the perfect time to pay us a visit to experience this first-hand. Jamaica Inn is frequently named as one of Britain’s Most Haunted Inns and we’ve got something to excite all members of the family this Halloween. There’s weekend breaks for those wishing to stay in our reputably...

Pirates of St Piran – Saturday 2nd August

July 29 2014

Ever wanted to come face to face with Pirates? Well, we are pleased to announce on Saturday 2nd August, Pirates of St Piran will bring you a real blast from the past at the Inn! This famous 18th Century re-enactment group are a crew of 20 scallywags that will bring you an action-packed live performance of sea shanties, sword fighting and cannon blasting! Don’t miss out on this fantastic performance...

Murder Mystery Events

July 18 2014

Murder Mystery Events

Jamaica Inn is now holding Murder Mystery evenings every month. The world famous Inn is the perfect setting for an evening of exciting entertainment solving a mystery, portrayed dramatically by actors, whilst enjoying a fine 3 course meal. Why not turn the evening into a night at the Inn and stay in one of the charming 4-poster bedrooms with a tasty cooked breakfast in the morning?The first Murder...

Murder By Appointment

July 08 2014

If you are a fan of Cluedo, Poirot and a good ‘Whodunit’ then our Murder Mystery evenings are just perfect for you.With its wealth of history and twisted tales of smuggling and murder, not to mention its ghostly goings on, the world famous Jamaica Inn is the ideal setting for an evening of mystery solving whilst enjoying a three course meal. Portrayed by actors from the Murder by Appointment theatre...

Jamaica Inn Takes A Starring Role In Popular French TV Show

July 04 2014

Jamaica Inn Takes A Starring Role In Popular French TV Show

Jamaica Inn has been the focus of the TV cameras this week. A French film crew have been shooting scenes forFoeterien, a showwhich invites viewers to follow the adventures of six contestants who are on the trail of seven major historical figures throughout Cornwall. Each contestant is given just €50 each at the start of their seven day journey and theyhave to use whatever means they can to get around...

Jamaica Inn Becomes Repair Shop

July 04 2014

Jamaica Inn Becomes Repair Shop

Originally built as a coaching inn for weary travellers in 1750, Jamaica Inn went on to become a stop-off point for some less salubrious characters, namely smugglers who used the Inn to hide contraband that had been brought ashore.Nowadays the Inn is still a stopping point for travellers but those of the tourist variety and for the last few days, as a repair stop for former Royal Marine, Richard Steven...

Haunted Haunts!

June 18 2014

Haunted Haunts!

Jamaica Inn has recently been featured in a round-up of the most haunted pubs in Britain in the Metro.Coming in at number two, the article refers to the numerous reports of ghostly goings on at the Inn which include previous managers of the Inn hearing conversations uttered in a foreign tongue, suggested to be Olde Worlde Cornish, and the sound of horses’ hooves and the metal rims of wheels on the...

Pirates On The Prom

May 22 2014

Pirates On The Prom

Stop off at Jamaica Inn on your way to the Pirates on the Prom event in Penzance this bank holiday weekend.It’s in aid of the RNLI. On Sunday and Monday there’ll be a Guinness World Record attempt to gather the most number of pirates in one place! The best dressed pirate will win a complimentary night for two at Jamaica Inn!BBC Radio Cornwall’s Laurence Reed will act as compere on the main stage...

Charity Tractor Road Run!

May 09 2014

Kicking off at 10.30am this Sunday 11th of May will be a charity tractor road run, organised by The Cornish Tractor Club – all in aid of Kidney Research UK. The event will begin just off the A30 at Airfield Road, Cardinham, and those involved will proceed towards Jamaica Inn for a much needed stop off and refuel! Why not pop in yourself to catch a glimpse of the activity! It’s set to be a busy...

Enjoy a sing-a-long with the Belfast Busker!

May 06 2014

The Belfast Busker will be playing live at Jamaica Inn on Sunday 11th May at 4pm! Pop by for a pint of your favourite tipple and a delicious meal from a menu of locally sourced food while enjoying an afternoon of guaranteed entertainment and a good ol’ sing-a-long of songs past and present! We will also be showing all the goals as they happen on the final day of premiership football. Please contact...

The Fowey Festival of Words and Music

April 30 2014

The Fowey Festival of Words and Music

The Fowey Festival of Words and Music, organised by the du Maurier Festival Society, is running from 10th – 17th May 2014. It includes an exciting programme of art, literary, music and theatre events. To launch proceedings, the du Maurier lecture and luncheon will be hosted by author and Harper’s Bazaar Editor Justine Picardie and there will also be a grand draw. Prizes include a one night stay...

Opening times... Jamaica Inn is open from 7.30am, when breakfast is served to hotel guests and visitors, right through to midnight with dinner being served up to 9pm. The Museums are open from 8am to 9pm throughout the year and the Gift Shop and Farm Shop are open every day with times varying.

Farm Shop & Gift Shop
  • open every day (times may vary)

Bars
  • 10am – Midnight | Monday – Saturday
  • Midday – 10.30pm | Sunday

Smuggling & Du Maurier Museums'
  • Closed for refurbishments through to mid March

Food & Drink
  • Breakfast: 7:30am – 10.45am
  • Light Bites & Cream Teas: 11am – 5pm
  • Lunch & Dinners: Midday – 8:45pm last orders
  • Sunday Breakfast: 7.30am – 10:45am
  • Sunday Roasts and Light Bites: Midday – 4pm
  • Sunday Evening Meals: 5pm – 8:45pm last orders
Where to find us...
High on Bodmin Moor by the A30 about midway between Launceston and Bodmin – see the brown tourist signs.

Tel: +44 (0) 1566 86250
Email: enquiry@JamaicaInn.co.uk
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