I last went into The Otherworld about 15 years ago. I've gone out of my way, sometimes travelling a couple of hours, in the hope of going there again on about half a dozen occasions but every single time it's been shut. There's no signs on the shop, nothing online & I've asked around the village & no-one can tell me when it's open. I have no other purpose to come to Boscastle so sadly this is my last attempt & I will never get the opportunity to go in the shop again. After a 4 hour detour (yes, really), I'm now leaving Boscastle completely gutted. read more

This is a fabulous, otherwordly, mystical shop--extremely high-quality products including, crystals, jewelry, books, oracle/tarot cards, incense, burners, candles, and statues. Old-fashioned customer service and handwritten receipts. No phones and no computers are used in this store. The shop is privately and locally owned by a beautiful couple. Open 7 days a week from 12 noon to 5 pm. I was with the lady owner this week and promised her I would update everyone. Best shop in the U.K. for mystical shoppers. Please no pics or cell phone use inside. It is a small shop. I have been visiting this shop for over 14 years, since 2011. They are a must-see if you are in Boscastle. Don't miss this extraordinary experience. The shop provides a very personalized shopping experience one customer at a time. No, they do not have a website or social media page. Step back in time to an Otherworld. read more

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This was such a beautiful small crystal shop and the owner was so lovely! I took my chance to pop in the evening before heading back home to purchase a crystal I had my eye on and I wasn't expecting the shop to still be open with all the other shops in Boscastle being closed but she was still open! She was just about to close around about 5pm (which i have noticed is a late time for small businesses to still be open in Cornwall so I was not expecting her to still be open !) and she still let me and some other people have a browse! I ended up purchasing a stunning statement piece of Aragonite from her and the lady took such care wrapping it up to make sure it was safe and protected as possible. I did see a recent negative review on here by someone saying how they were disappointed to find that on the day they had visited she wasn't open but do these people forget that these are small businesses and not supermarkets with guaranteed opening times... they are usually ran by just one-two persons so on rare occasions where they may have appointments to attend etc, it is not the owners fault that you could possibly visit on a day where she may unfortunately need to close! I should also note that I live in Cornwall so I understand that most small businesses will be open a lot more during peak seasons (July/August) however if you do visit off season many small businesses due tend to shorten their opening hours/open less days so do keep this in mind for small businesses in general. They deserve time off too read more

I visited here on a recent trip to Cornwall, and it is an absolutely amazing shop -truly magical and so much choice. They offer all sorts from incense, tarot, books, ornaments, you name it, they seem to have it. Items seem really quite reasonable too. The shopkeeper was ever so friendly and helpful, and I didn't feel rushed or pressured into getting anything. Sadly they do not seem to have a huge online presence, but If you are in the area, I definitely recommend a visit. read more

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We visit Boscastle at least every other year, and we always visit the Otherworld. Most unique store in Cornwall. Gabrielle is extremely knowledgeable about everything in her store and very helpful. Love this place. A must see. read more

I was looking forward to visiting this shop in Boscastle after fond memories of the area and the shop when I was a child. However the lady in the shop is extremely rude! I would give 0 stars for her customer service. I went with the intention of buying a few books but left immediately. The shop must be under new ownership which is a shame. read more

I visited this store of wonders in June of 2017. The people were wonderful and actually stayed open late while we oohed and awed over the crystals and jewelry. I bought Paul's book which is entrancing - you sit down to read and are transported to another place and time. Friends with me bought statues for their business back home nd jewelry too. Such a lovely place to get lost for a few hours! read more

A wonderful hidden away shop in the heart of beautiful Boscastle. The owner is so knowledgeable and such a gentle, warm soul you could ever meet. He's the man to ask about the history of the area and has a great book published (for sale in the shop). The shop itself has the best variety of amazing quality crystals I have seen in the UK. I cannot say enough good things! read more