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Tintagel Castle

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Tintagel Castle is a historic castle and English Heritage site in Tintagel, Cornwall. Clinging to a rocky headland on the north coast, it is one of the most dramatic and legendary places to visit in Cornwall.

TypeHistoric castle
LocationTintagel
Best forSightseeing
Tintagel Castle, Tintagel, Cornwall
Photo: Kmtextor, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

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About Tintagel Castle

Tintagel Castle is famous for its links with the legend of King Arthur. The ruins you see today date mainly from the 13th century, when Richard, Earl of Cornwall built a castle here, but archaeology shows that the headland was an important settlement and trading place long before that, in the 5th to 7th centuries.

A footbridge opened in 2019 now links the mainland courtyard with the island, following the line of the narrow neck of land that once joined them. On the island you can explore the castle ruins, the remains of early medieval buildings, and the bronze sculpture known as Gallos, with sweeping views along the Atlantic coast.

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Highlights

✓The footbridge between the mainland and the island
✓Castle ruins with spectacular cliff and sea views
✓Gallos, the sculpture inspired by the castle’s royal past
✓Merlin’s Cave on the beach below the castle (at low tide)
✓The village of Tintagel, with the National Trust’s Old Post Office

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Plan your visit

The site is managed by English Heritage and it is best to book tickets in advance, especially in summer. There are many steep steps and uneven paths, so wear good shoes and allow a couple of hours. The castle is a 10–15 minute walk downhill from the village car parks.

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Where is Tintagel Castle?

Tintagel Castle is in Tintagel, Cornwall. Nearby you’ll also find Boscastle harbour and Port Isaac.

What is there to see and do at Tintagel Castle?

Highlights include the footbridge between the mainland and the island; castle ruins with spectacular cliff and sea views; gallos, the sculpture inspired by the castle’s royal past; merlin’s Cave on the beach below the castle (at low tide).

How do I check opening times and prices for Tintagel Castle?

Opening times, prices and booking details are on the official website, english-heritage.org.uk. Times can change through the seasons, so check before you travel.

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