Jamaica Inn

Jamaica Inn 250 year old coaching inn, made famous by Daphne du Maurier in her classic novel 'Jamaica Inn'.

Jamaica Inn, Cornwall's legendary coaching house, immortalised in Daphne du Maurier's novel of the same name, has stood high on Bodmin Moor for over four centuries. We're still referred to by historians as Cornwall's most famous smuggling inn. These days we do welcome the more salubrious guest ... and the odd ghost! Jamaica Inn was built in 1750 as a coaching inn for travellers making the journey

between Launceston and Bodmin. Remote and isolated, it quickly became the ideal place to stop for smugglers transporting illegal goods into Devon and onwards. Jamaica Inn now is home to one of the finest and most extensive collections of smuggling artifacts in the UK at our Smugglers museum. In 1930, Jamaica Inn was visited by author Daphne du Maurier, who was inspired to write her most famous novel by the atmosphere and history of the inn. Fans of the novel now travel from all over the world to visit the Inn and our fantastic Daphne du Maurier museum. With all of this history, it comes as no surprise that Jamaica Inn is considered one of the most haunted buildings in Cornwall. In fact, when TV show Most Haunted featured Jamaica Inn, they said that it was one of the spookiest programmes that they have ever recorded. Guests have reported seeing and hearing things which cannot be explained, and now many stay with us with the hope of seeing something for themselves! Spend the night in one of our famous haunted hotel rooms, enjoy our superb food for lunch or simply stop for a real ale with your dog by our open fire!

Treat Dad this Father's Day, and we'll treat him too. 🍻To help you celebrate with your family, we're offering a free pin...
07/06/2026

Treat Dad this Father's Day, and we'll treat him too. 🍻

To help you celebrate with your family, we're offering a free pint for every dad when you book a table on Father's Day, and he'll receive a voucher for another free drink so he can come back for some well-earned 'dad time' with his closest friends.

Book here: https://www.jamaicainn.co.uk/food-and-drinks/

05/06/2026

The Jamaica Inn Paranormal Team are delighted to be returning to the legendary Jamaica Inn this Autumn for another season of unforgettable paranormal investigations.

As the evenings draw in and darkness settles across Bodmin Moor, an eerie mist often creeps silently around the ancient coaching inn, transforming this historic building into the perfect setting for a night of mystery, intrigue and investigation.

Your evening begins with a delicious two-course meal, giving you the opportunity to meet fellow investigators, share experiences and prepare for the night ahead. Then, as the Inn grows quieter and the shadows deepen, the investigation begins.

Over the years, we have experienced some truly remarkable activity within these old walls. From playful pranks seemingly aimed at unsuspecting guests to fascinating interactions that leave even the most seasoned investigators amazed, every event at Jamaica Inn is unique. The spirits here always seem to have a surprise or two waiting for us.

Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced paranormal enthusiast, our events offer a welcoming, respectful and exciting opportunity to explore one of Britain's most famous haunted locations alongside our experienced team.

Our Autumn events are always extremely popular and dates fill quickly, particularly throughout October. This year's Halloween Special promises something a little different, with a unique twist that we cannot wait to reveal.

Then, as the year draws to a close, we host one of our most anticipated events — our exclusive Returners' Night in December. Designed for previous guests and experienced investigators, this special evening allows participants to delve deeper into the mysteries of the Inn, conduct their own experiments and explore areas and techniques in greater detail.

Why not make a full night of it and book one of our famously haunted bedrooms? Many guests have reported strange experiences long after the investigation has ended, ranging from unexplained footsteps and maybe a smile from a passing spirit......

The question is...

What will you discover when darkness falls at Jamaica Inn?

£85pp
7pm to 2am.
Please ring reception to book.

🏴‍☠️ What a fantastic weekend at Jamaica Inn’s Pirate Weekend!A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and made the ev...
29/05/2026

🏴‍☠️ What a fantastic weekend at Jamaica Inn’s Pirate Weekend!

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and made the event such a success. We’re incredibly grateful for all the support from our guests, performers, team members, and everyone who helped bring the weekend to life.

From the live music and entertainment to the amazing pirate spirit throughout the inn, it was wonderful to see so many people enjoying themselves and creating lasting memories.

Thank you all for being part of it — we can't wait to do it all again.

⚓ Roll on next year’s Pirate Weekend! ☠️

The Coaching Inn Group🏴‍☠️⚓

25/05/2026
🎶 The big weekend at Jamaica Inn continues! 🎶🕺 Morris Dancing from 3pm TODAY🎤 Open Mic Night from 7pm TONIGHT🎵 The Lemon...
25/05/2026

🎶 The big weekend at Jamaica Inn continues! 🎶

🕺 Morris Dancing from 3pm TODAY
🎤 Open Mic Night from 7pm TONIGHT
🎵 The Lemonaires – Men of Cornwall LIVE from 6pm TOMORROW

Don’t miss out – great food, great atmosphere, and live entertainment all weekend!

📞 Book your table now: 01566 86250
The Coaching Inn Group

Day 2 of Pirate Weekend at Jamaica Inn and the atmosphere is incredible! ☀️🏴‍☠️Live music playing, cold beers flowing, s...
24/05/2026

Day 2 of Pirate Weekend at Jamaica Inn and the atmosphere is incredible! ☀️🏴‍☠️

Live music playing, cold beers flowing, sunshine shining, and pirates everywhere you look — what more could you ask for?!

A huge thank you to everyone who’s joined us so far and helped make this weekend such an amazing one. The energy has been fantastic and there’s still plenty more fun to come!

If you haven’t made it down yet, grab your crew and come join the celebrations! 🍻⚓️

The Coaching Inn Group

Address

Jamaica Inn, Bolventor
Launceston
PL157TS

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 8pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 8pm
Thursday 7:30am - 8pm
Friday 7:30am - 8pm
Saturday 7:30am - 8pm
Sunday 7:30am - 8pm

Telephone

+44156686250

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