Tintagel Castle

Now in ruins Tintagel Castle is Cornwall’s most iconic site where the legend of King Arthur was born. A strong hold of the Earls of Cornwall, the castle was built in the 13th Century.

Located on one of the most dramatic and windswept locations in Cornwall.

You have a small exhibition and shop along with a cafe.

You need to be energetic to visit the castle as you have to negotiate a hill down from the village and then up many steps, once at the top there is lots to explore. The path down from the village has a landrover service for a small charge.

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7 Day Weather Forecast

Today
Expect a temp in the range 1.6℃ to 3.5℃ with wind speed 0.8 m/sec (SE)

Saturday, Dec 10
Expect a temp in the range 1.6℃ to 3.2℃ with wind speed 2.6 m/sec (SSW)

Sunday, Dec 11
Expect a temp in the range 2.8℃ to 3.8℃ with wind speed 1.2 m/sec (SSW)

Monday, Dec 12
Expect a temp in the range -1.3℃ to -0.4℃ with wind speed 3.7 m/sec (ESE)

Tuesday, Dec 13
Expect a temp in the range 0.4℃ to 0.9℃ with wind speed 5.6 m/sec (E)

Wednesday, Dec 14
Expect a temp in the range -1℃ to 1.9℃ with wind speed 4.5 m/sec (NE)

Thursday, Dec 15
Expect a temp in the range 0.3℃ to 1.8℃ with wind speed 3.1 m/sec (NE)

Tintagel weather forecast from Yr, delivered by the Norwegian Meteorological Institute and NRK

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Tintagel Haven Beach

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Bossiney and Benoath Cove Beach

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Bossiney and Benoath Cove are located in a sheltered haven below the stunning cliffs of Bossiney, a small hamlet on the outskirts of Tintagel.  Bossiney is situated on one of the most romantic stretches of coastline, much of which is now preserved by the National Trust. Bossiney Beach and Benoath Cove are small that has minimal access at high tide, but Read more…

Trebarwith Strand Beach

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Trebarwith Strand, approximately a mile of sandy beach and rock pools popular with surfers and families. Limited beach available at high tide so take notice of safety warnings. Facilities include car park, toilets, shop, cafe and lifeguards in the summer. Read more…

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Tintagel Old Post Office

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The Old Post Office in Tintagel is a 600-year-old traditional Cornish Longhouse with a cottage garden. Read more…