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Tintagel Tourist Information


Tintagel, is the legendary birthplace of King Arthur. An Iron Age castle and settlement preceded the 13th century castle whose ruins can still be seen.

Tintagel Castle - Set on a wild and windswept Atlantic headland, Tintagel Castle had been a Celtic stronghold before becoming home to Earl of Cornwall. However it is better known as the legendary birthplace of King Arthur and home to Merlin, the magician.

Tintagel Old Post Office - A house of great antiquity, now in the care of the National Trust. This small 14th century manor house is full of charm and character, there is some fine oak furniture and a small collection of samplers.

Photo Credit: Roy Westlake / Cornwall Tourist Board

 

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What's near Tintagel

Attractions:
  Merlin's Cave  <1 Mile
  Tintagel Toy Museum  <1 Mile
  Tintagel Castle  1 Mile
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Towns:
  Forrabury  2 Miles
  Boscastle  3 Miles
  Delabole  3 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Parkway Estate Agency  4 Miles
  John Bray and Partners  6 Miles
  Miller and Company  11 Miles
Hotels:
  Bowood Park Hotel & Golf Course  4 Miles
  Lanteglos Country House Hotel  4 Miles
  Trehellas House  11 Miles
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Bed and Breakfast:
  Brooklets Cottage Bed & Breakfast  <1 Mile
  Bosayne Guest House  <1 Mile
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Self Catering:
  Fishermans Cottage  1 Mile
  Tremallow  1 Mile
  Pennti Ros  6 Miles
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Campsites:
  Coxford Meadow Campsite  8 Miles
  St Minver Holiday Park  9 Miles
  Glenmorris Park  9 Miles

Cinema: Odeon Plymouth  32 Miles

TIC: Camelford Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01840 212954  4 Miles


Attractions near Tintagel
Merlin's Cave (< 1 Mile)*
Closed due to Tetirement
Tintagel Toy Museum (< 1 Mile)*
Cornwalls only Toy Museum where you can view three generations of childhood toys.
Tintagel Castle (1 Mile)*
In all seasons, Tintagel is truly a magical place. With its spectacular location on Cornwall's most dramatic Atlantic coastline, Tintagel is a place of myths and magic, where the legend of King Arthur was born.
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Towns near Tintagel
Forrabury Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
Boscastle Tourist Information (3 Miles)*
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.
Delabole Tourist Information (3 Miles)*
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Hotels near Tintagel
Lanteglos Country House Hotel (4 Miles)*
Lanteglos is undoubtedly special - a little piece of heaven in beautiful North Cornwall. From the moment that you arrive through the leafy entrance, youll feel the peace and tranquillity, Youll find an oasis in this green and secluded valley.
Bowood Park Hotel & Golf Course (4 Miles)*
Set in the heart of North Cornwall amid 230 acres of rolling hills and woodland, the Bowood Park estate boasts modern accommodation and an award winning restaurant.
Trehellas House (11 Miles)*
Nestled amid the beautiful Cornish countryside, just off the main A389 between Bodmin and Wadebridge, this charming hotel is beautifully set within a Grade II listed building, dating back to the early 18th century.
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Self Catering near Tintagel
Fishermans Cottage (1 Mile)*
Quietly located in a National Trust area designated as an Area Of Natural Beauty, Fishermans Cottage is a half mile walk from Camelot Castle and the bustle of Tintagel. It lies 400 yards from the north coast path.
Tremallow (1 Mile)*
Tremallow is a 3 bedroom (sleeps 7) detached house in North Cornwall. Its elevated position allows far reaching views across the valley to the coast line and farmland to the rear.
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