Boscastle is a village and fishing port on the north coast of Cornwall, United Kingdom. The name of the village derives from Bottreaux Castle, a 12th century motte-and-bailey fortress, of which few remains survive. Boscastle is an entrancing beauty spot, lying between the rivers Jordan and Valency. The riverfront is bordered by pretty thatched and lime-washed houses giving on to the north coast harbour, with its 16th century quay. Clinging to the hillside above the fast flowing water, are a group of 14th century cottages.