Boswarthen farm, Madron, Penzance, Cornwall.

The farm and surroundings

The ancient parish of Madron is named after an unknown saint and is located north-west of Penzance with stunning views across Mounts' Bay and St Michael's Mount. Its history goes back into the early middle ages. It includes the mother church of Penzance and the famous holy well of St Madron, where it is claimed many miraculous cures took place.
North of Madron is the prehistoric holed stone known as Men-an-Tol, also believed to have had the power of healing. Children suffering from rickets were passed through the hole three times in the hope of restoring their health. The farm is situated approximately 2 1/2 miles from the town of Penzance and just ten minutes drive from the north & south coast of Cornwall.

The Boswarthen family

The Boswarthen farm is run by Adrian and Madeleine Nicholls and their children. We are delighted to have become a part of Feather Down Farms.

"We enjoy being a Feather Down farm because it gives us the opportunity to show people the beautiful area in which we live and an insight into the day to day workings of a dairy farm".

The farming at Boswarthen farm
Boswarthen is a family run dairy farm with 125 milking cows. We also have beef cattle and crops spread over their 550 acres of land on the edge of Penwiths ESA.

Pets allowed

Pets are welcome on Boswarthen farm, but please keep them under close control near livestock.

The location of the Feather Down tents

The tents are beautifully sited, surrounded by hedges, in a secluded field with the most stunning views of Mounts Bay including St Michaels Mount and the Lizard Peninsula in the background. There are many beautiful beaches and coves, perfect for surfing or relaxing.

EXTRA IN 2010

• Feather Down Fiels Spa

A unique experience in Wellness; a pure and revitalising way of bringing you down from your ‘always on’ urban life-style. Do-it-yourself invigorating goodness in the middle of a field breathing in the fresh British air, listening to the twitter of the birds. A once in a life-time treat.

The Feather Down Field Spa experience consists of hot and cold showers,a sauna and a huge warm water field tub and costs £ 97.50 (for a maximum of six persons) per part day (morning/afternoon or afternoon/evening). Extra persons; £ 10 each, per part day.

This Field Spa arrangement is best booked at reservation as availablity is limited.

• Private Chicken Coop

A great opportunity for the kids (and you) to feed and take care of the chickens, which is both educational and fun. In return the chickens (if they are willing!) will leave some eggs for you. You can rent a private Chicken Coop for £10 per weekend/midweek break and £15 per full week. The Private Chicken Coop needs to be booked at time of reservation.

• Breakfast Hampers
Local bacon, sausages and eggs ready for a delicious start to the day.

• Camp Fire Facilities
Gather your friends and family together for an evening beside the camp fire telling stories and toasting marshmallows! Available on most farms.

• Pre ordered Meals
In order to make your stay with us as relaxing and enjoyable as possible you can pre-order some supplies and order tasty, freshly home-cooked hot meals.

• Our Own Mini Maize Maze

Come the summer (Mid-July) we are hoping to create a Mini-Maze in the maize field. Come on in and lose yourself for a while!

• Clay pigeon shooting
This is suitable for children from 6 years and up and is great fun for all of the family or a large group of mixed adults and children. Farmer Adrian at the farm has all of the equipment required and you can arrange this activity directly with him during your stay.  £10.00 for 12 clays.

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