The wild coastline at Tintagel
FEW places live and breathe the magic and myth of Cornwall like Tintagel.
Tintagel, a place inextricably linked with the legend of King Arthur, has for centuries fired the imaginations of writers and artists.
This iconic hero was first linked to Tintagel in the 12th century, when it was named by Geoffrey of Monmouth as the place where Arthur was conceived.
From Geoffrey’s medieval history of kings, to the poetry of Alfred, Lord Tennyson, the allure of Arthur has continued to captivate us. And the story of Tintagel is ever- changing, ever developing
Tintagel’s story actually begins with a Dark Age settlement where Cornish rulers lived and traded with far off shores, importing
Tintagel exotic goods and trading tin.
It subsequently saw settlement during the Early Medieval period, with theories existing for decades that it was the centre of a monastic settlement, but more modern thinking suggesting it was probably one of the seasonal residences of the king of what was then Cornwall, or Dumnonia.
A castle was built on the site by Richard, Earl of Cornwall in the 13th century, but it fell into disrepair and ruin. There was a fascination with the Arthurian legends during the Victorian era, and the ruins of the castle became a tourist destination. The beach was made famous by Alfred, Lord Tennyson, who set a dramatic scene here in his epic poem, Idylls of the King.
Today Arthur and what may have Family friendly pub
Open all year, the King Arthur's Arms Inn is a family run, family friendly Inn in the heart of Tintagel, opposite the National Trusts Old Post Office.
Ease of parking and location on the north Cornwall coast make The King Arthur’s Arms an ideal location for stop-overs, or longer stays to tour the area.
Come and relax, walk the coastal footpath, visit local beaches and St Necten’s Glen and see the famous King Arthur's Castle with Merlin's Cave.
The bar is fully accessible, has a wood burner, local real ales and ciders, free WiFi, free to use ATM machine, baby changing and disabled facilities, children’s colouring pads and crayons and dogs are welcome in all bar and dining areas.
The kitchen is usually open all day every day, from 9.00 am, serving breakfast, morning coffee, snacks, lunches, cream teas and evening meals.
Adjacent patio areas at the front and side of the Inn provide a sunny space that is easily accessible by pushchairs and wheelchairs.
Their comfortable bedrooms, with either en-suite or dedicated shower
rooms, have TVs, hairdriers, personal safes, toiletries, tea making facilities and access to a cot, iron/ironing board, shoe drying and cleaning, offer accommodation for single, twin, double, triple, four or six persons. Their B&B rates include full English breakfast and free parking in their car park adjacent to the Inn.
An M3a and four large totally accessible ground floor disability annexes are disabled wheelchair accessible rooms with shower wet rooms, adjustable beds and riser leather chairs and can sleep either two or three people. These rooms are not restricted to disabled guests and may be booked by everyone.
An M1 graded annex room has an extra single bedroom off the main bedroom. It is especially suitable for guests preferring to avoid stairs or needing walking aids.
For the best Bed and Breakfast prices and special offers at the King Arthur’s Arms, you need to actually type their full website address,
www.kingarthursarms.co.uk, into your website browser.
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been his castle are at the heart of one of Cornwall’s great days out – but Tintagel is about more than just the castle
Visit the ancient Post Office, now a National Trust property, in Tintagel itself – one of the best preserved medieval domestic houses in the country.
And take that chance to explore Tintagel itself, with a fascinating array of shops offering intriguing and beautiful crafts, and a fantastic choice of places to stop for a wide variety of refreshment.
Nearbv you’ll find the beautiful beach and surf schools of Trebarwith Strand, and up the
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coast is the beautiful seaside community of Boscastle.
All offer great access points to Cornwall’s magnificent coastal path, offering seals bobbing in the sea below, cliffs teeming with coastal birds, and unforgettable views of the wild Atlantic that brought those ancient traders and kings to Tintagel.
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