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abeautiful coastal area steeped in history and legend

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Tintagel offers a uniquely wonderfulholiday experience. The breath-taking beauty of its naturalcoastline, rugged cliffs, coastalpaths and sandy bays makes it atop destination in Cornwall.

The opportunity to holiday inTintagel and the surrounding areawith the wealth of things to do andsee make it much more than just aday visit destination.

In compiling this guide we hope togive you a small taste of the History,Myths and Legends, walks andwonderful scenery to be found inthe area, along with informationabout places to stay, places to eat,things to do and many attractionsto visit.

For more information please visit us at

www.tintagelparishcouncil.gov.uk

contents welcome to Tintagel

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Tintagel p1 - 27Welcome p3Legend of King Arthur p4 - 5Tintagel Castle p6 - 7History p8 - 9Family/Disabled Friendly p10-11Short Walks p12, 26St Materiana Church p13The Old Post Office p14Tintagel p14 - 16Youth Hostel p17Trebarwith Strand p18 - 19Tintagel Parish Map p20 - 21Treknow p22Bossiney p24Rocky Valley p25St. Nectans Glen p27

Boscastle p28 - 29Crackington Haven p30Widemouth Bay p31Local Events p32 - 33Davidstow p34Delabole p35Safe Motoring p36 - 37Camel Trail p38Useful Contacts p39

Ye Olde Malthouse Inn

Fore St, Tintagel, PL34 0DA

+44 (0)1840 770 461www.malthousetintagel.com

Ye Olde Malthouse Inn is a 14th century tavernand bed & breakfast guest house. We offer

accommodation, an old country pubatmosphere, local ales, lunch and evening

meals in our restaurant.

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Legend of King ArthurThe first outline of Arthur's life is givenby Geoffrey of Monmouth in "TheHistory of the Kings of Britain" writtenabout 880 years ago. How much ofthis life was fact or fiction isuncertain but a visit to NorthCornwall will allow you to learn somuch! Geoffrey tells us that Arthurwas the son of Uther Pendragon,King of the Britons, in a dangeroustime after Roman rule - the DarkAges. His account makes Tintagelthe fortress of King Gorlois and hisQueen Ygerna.

With the help of Merlin's magicUther tricked Ygerna into makinglove to him, thus Arthur wasconceived at Tintagel. ( SeeTintagel Castle, English Heritage).The child was given to Ector to beraised in secret. After Uther's deaththere was no King ruling all England.

Merlin placed a Sword in the Stonein London, saying that whoeverdrew it out would be King.

Arthur did so and Merlin had himcrowned. Arthur married Guineverewhose father gave him the RoundTable as a dowry. This was followedby a wonderful age of peace andchivalry. However, there werethreats from overseas and Arthurhad to travel to mainland Europeleaving Mordred, his son, in charge.Mordred rebelled, taking the crownfor himself, Arthur returned to Britain.

There followed a number of battlesas Mordred retreated to Cornwall.Finally they met at Camlann on theRiver Camel where a 6th centuryMemorial Stone now marks the spot(accessible through The ArthurianCentre at Slaughter Bridge, 10minute drive from Tintagel). The vastmajority of both armies died in theFinal Battle but Arthur spottedMordred amongst the bodies. Hecharged at him blaming him for the

King Arthurs Great Halls

Enjoy the romance & tragedy of King Arthur

& his Knights of the Round Table,

see some of the worlds finest stained glass

windows in 72 jewelled coloured scenes.

01840 770526

THE ARTHURIAN CENTRENr Tintagel, North Cornwall.

Information Centre and beautiful walks to

the unique,1500-year-old memorial stone

on the site of Arthur and Mordreds last

battleCamlann.Great visit for all ages.

Tel. 01840 213947

Sat Nav - PL32 9TT.

See website for details.

www.arthur-online.co.uk

www.northcornwallheritage.co.uk

civil war and end of a Golden Age.He killed his son but Arthur's skull wasseriously injured by Mordred's swordas he fell dying. The battle was nowover. So ended the Fellowship ofthe Round Table. Arthur knew hewas mortally wounded and askedSir Bedevere to return the SwordExcalibur to The Lady of the Lake (Legend has it that this is DozmaryPool near Jamaica Inn on BodminMoor). Arthur was then taken toAvalon to be healed - one day toreturn and save the British peoplefrom subjugation.

This is a very short summary of themany, many stories of Arthur. Someof the later Medieval story tellersexpanded on these stories,sometimes adding in more magic,mystery and monsters, to keep theiraudience enthralled but much ofGeoffrey's 'History' might have beenbased on fact (just like the stories ofTroy led to its discovery). Visit KingArthur's Great Halls in Tintagel tofind out more about the medievalArthur.

Intriguingly Tintagel was a major 6thcentury trading centre.Archaeologists have found darkage buildings and high valueimports from the Mediterranean, a6th century slate carving was foundon Tintagel island in 1997 - itincludes a personal name verysimilar to Arthur. A large granitememorial stone was found atCamlann, Slaughterbridge in 1602.

It commemorates a powerful Britishleader and is dated to c.540AD -the date of the final battle. NorthCornwall was clearly the centre ofa trading empire based on Cornishtin, minerals and other goods. There are numerous facts andarchaeological finds that tie inperfectly with Geoffrey ofMonmouth's account of Arthur.

See: Tintagel Castle, King Arthur'sGreat Halls, and The ArthurianCentre at Slaughterbridge.

Tintagel Castle, Haven and Merli

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Tintagel Castle is one of the mostvisited historic sites in Cornwall sowe have begun your visit with thisamazing location which is ownedby English Heritage.

Although its history dates back tothe Romans, it is believed to bethe birthplace of King Arthur andso is surrounded with legend andmystery.

It is set high on the dramatic NorthCornwall coast giving the mostwonderful views and pottery hasbeen found on the island whichindicate it was a significant sitetrading with The Romans and theMediterranean.

Castle Beach, TintagelWhich lies at the base of TintagelCastle, is also known as TintagelHaven and is a small shelteredtidal pebble beach which is agood place for a swim orsnorkel. There are kelp beds withplenty of marine life and greyseals are often around. It is adog friendly beach with norestrictions

Merlins Cave is found at thebase of the Castle Island onCastle Beach. At low tide youcan enter the cave and seethrough to the other side. Merlin,who was King Arthurs teacher, issaid to have lived in this cave.

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THE LEGEND LIVES ONExplore the myth and mystery of King Arthur in breathtaking surroundings.

01840 770060www.tintagellandroverservice.co.uk

Tintagel Land Rover Service

Tintagel Castle is situated half a milefrom the village down a steep and

uneven track. Our land rovers run a continuous service daily from Easter - 31st October.

Planned works to improve the visitor experience between November 2014 - July 2015 may affect some aspects of the site but

the castle ruins, island, headland and beach will remain accessible. For updates visit our webpage.

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The Cornishman InnGreat Food, Great Ale, Great Accommodation.

Tintagel - 01840 770238 www.cornishmaninn.com

The RestaurantA fresh and

comprehensive menuincluding homemadespecials, made from

locally sourcedproduce.

The Accommodation10 ensuite bedrooms

all with colour tv, tea &coffee making

facilities & centralheating.

Sky Box in every room.

The InnOffers a warm

welcome, a spectacularflowered terrace &

large gardens to enjoyin the summer time. Sky

Sports in Public Bar

situated right in the centre of the village, your hosts Jeremy & Rochelle will offer you a very warm welcome.

To attract modern visitors the villageneeded to smarten itself up andthrow off the "tatty" moniker onceattributed to it in sections of thetravel press. This was achieved by aregeneration project during 2003and 2004 costing over 4 million.

Now, as you stroll down the newlylaid granite pavements and look atthe clear blue sky overhead, yourview is no longer interrupted bywhat was once a cat's cradle ofoverhead wires. You can whileaway some time sitting on oakseats in peaceful Trevena Square,once a busy bus station, now anattractive village centre withmodern disabled friendly toiletfacilities and its newly installedgranite cross.

The origin of the name Tintagelprobably comes from "Dindagell" aCornish word meaning "fort on theconstriction" referring to the fort orcastle on the headland. Tintagelwas the name of the whole parish,the village being known as Trevenauntil the Victorian period. "Tre" is aCornish word meaning settlementor farmstead.

This picture shows what is now KingArthurs Great Halls, but then aprivate house, known as TrevenaHouse, owned by Sir Arthur andLady Hayter who once entertainedW.E. Gladstone, the great PrimeMinister. It was built by DouglasCook and included 19 bedrooms,but no bathroom!

Farming has been the mainstay ofthe population's working life throughthe ages. But intermittently otheractivities flourished, albeit briefly.Slate was a valuable commodity,providing building stone and roofingfor local buildings as well as beingexported far and wide.

From the harbour fishing boats pliedtheir trade on the dangerous watersof the north Cornish coast. Vesselswould beach at Tintagel Cove,loading and unloading goods forsale and export to ports along theBristol Channel. It is known thatsmuggling was rife along thisnotorious coast, and many wrecksfurnished local households withopportune goods washed up in theaftermath.

from the past

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to the present

disabled friendlyfamily friendly

u Gluten free meals menu.u Childrens crayons and paper

available from the bar.u Baby changing facilities

gentlemen with young children and babies are invited to use the childrens facilities located in the ladies toilet.

u Free High-speed Wi-Fi access is available throughout the bar/lounge area, please ask a member of staff for the exclusive security key.

KING ARTHURS ARMS INNOpen all year, this family friendly pub & B&B is in the centre of TintagelKing Arthurs Arms with accessible accommodation andconvenient location makes it an ideal stopover on your tour of thebreathtakingly beautiful North Cornish coast. Enjoy good food,good beer, real ales and good company. From breakfast to supperlet us take the hassle and washing-up out of meal time.

Free Wi-Fi, Free to use ATM & Children friendly

Please telephone 01840 770831Email info@kingarthursarms.co.ukwww.kingarthursarms.co.ukKing Arthurs Car Park, Tintagel

Village Centre parkingOvernight campervan parking permitted

There are a variety of rooms to suitmost needs, including wheelchairusers M3 disabled bedrooms,ground floor bedrooms andfamily/friends 2 and 3 bedroomannexes.

The Inn on the ground floor withno steps or stairs thus making iteasily accessible for wheelchairusers, babiespushchairs andpeople needingwalking aids.

Each spaciousdisabledaccommodationincludes a

specially designedwetroom which facilitateseasy access and use. Thecomfortable chairs andbeds are electricallyoperated. All rooms havehigh-speed WIFI.

The King Arthurs Arms Inn a familyrun, family/child friendly inn andpublic house offering good foodand 4 star bed and breakfastaccommodation in the heart ofTintagel directly opposite theNational Trust property The OldPost Office.

Dogs are welcome in the bar butnot in the bedrooms.

The Inn is generally open 9am-9pm daily throughout the summer

for food, there may be restrictedhours in the winter months. Themenu includes all day breakfastand a good selection ofhomemade dishes with the meatused in our food locally sourcedwhenever possible from a localfarmer/butcher and all milk andcream comes from Cornish farms.

The 2 bars are well stocked withleading brands, Cornish Mead,mulled wines and a wide choiceof Cornish real ales.

A short drive to the car parklocated next to Tintagel ParishChurch, St. Materiana, provideseasy access to the coast pathand the beautiful views of TintagelIsland, the castle ruins and thecoastline.

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In 2015 the National Trust will beupgrading additional paths,which will allow even greateraccess to this area. The car parkwill also be upgraded andlevelled.

easy coastpath access

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ATLANTIC ROAD, TINTAGELJULIE & PETER CAPSTICK

TEL. 01840 770116Email avalontintagel@googlemail.com

www.tintagelbedbreakfast.co.ukVictorian 5 star Guest House with Gold and

Breakfast Awards. Gothic, contemporary style. Private gardens and parking.

Stunning views to Tintagel Island, the Church & sea

The Avalon

All 7 rooms shower en-suite. Children over 3 welcome. Locally sourced produce. Special diets catered for. Free Wi-Fi for guests.

2 short circular walks

Leaving the Car Park turn right.Follow the main street to the turningcircle at the Camelot Castle Hotelentrance. Take the track down toyour right marked PublicFootpath. This leads to a kissinggate. Go through and follow thepath down towards the coast path.You can take a short detour up toyour right onto Barras Nose, thereare spectacular views northtowards Bossiney, the cliffs aboveBoscastle and Bude in the distance.Continue on the coast pathtowards the Castle, where you cango on to the Island (entrance feepayable) or down the steps onto

walk 1 - From King Arthurs Arms Car Parkthe beach to see Merlins Cave orjust rest for a while before walkingback up the wide track to thevillage and your starting point.Alternatively, as you start to walk upthe wide track towards the village,for a slightly longer walk you canfollow the zig-zag path on your rightwhich leads to the upper level ofthe Castle ruins. Once you reachthe top level you can either chooseto pay the entrance fee oralternatively carry on up the pathto your left which leads to St.Materiana Church. Stop for a whilebefore following the lane back tothe main street.

Leaving the car park turn left andcross the road to the Spar shop.Immediately after the Shop turn rightinto Trevena Square and walkthrough the Residents car park tothe bottom and cross over thewooden bridge. At the gate takethe footpath signposted TheChurch. Walk across the field andover the stile into the lane. Turn leftand carry on up the hill to St.Materiana Church. Alternatively, turn right out of the carpark and a few yards on your leftyou see the lane named VicarageHill. Follow this lane and you willalso reach the church.

walk 2 - From King Arthurs Arms Car ParkIf you walk through the Churchyardand out at the top entrance on yourleft you will be on the part of thecoast path known as Glebe Cliff,owned by the National Trust.Turn right and walk along the gravelpath towards Tintagel Castle. Fromthis pathway you will enjoy thefantastic views either towards PortIsaac, the Castle Island or the Budecoastline. Continue down towardsthe Haven where you can explorethe beach and Merlins Cave. Walkback past the Tintagel Castle VisitorCentre and follow the wide paththat takes you back up to the villagemain street and your starting point.

St. Materiana ChurchSt. Materiana Church was builtalmost entirely as it appears today,in its cruciform shape of nave,chancel and transepts, betweenthe years 1080 and 1150, in thetime of the first Norman earls ofCornwall, Robert of Mortain and hisson William. They held Tintagel withother lands of the earldom, andbuilt their castle at Bossiney, somesmall remains of which may still beseen. They were followed by EarlReginald, a son of Henry 1, whoseems to have built the first castleon the island and probably finishedthe building of the Church.

It seems likely that the presentChurch was built on the site of anoratory served in Celtic days bythe monks of Minster and laterreplaced by a Saxon-style building.This would mean that Christianworship has been continuallyoffered on this spot for 1400 years.There is a good view of CastleIsland from the Church.

HEADLAND CARAVAN& CAMPING PARK

Mr Francis, Tintagel, Cornwall

Tel: 01840 770239Email: headland.caravan@unicomemail.co.ukwww.headlandcaravanpark.co.uk

2-8 Berth Caravan HolidaysTouring & Campers Welcome.

Visit our website for more info & prices

A peaceful family run park, in King Arthurs mystical village of Tintagel.

Perhaps one of the greatestimpacts on the Tintagel landscapeover the last 500 years has beenthe extent of quarrying and miningin the area.

MinesDuring the 18th and 19th centuriessmall mines opened all along theNorth Cornwall coast. Here inTintagel a mine was cut into theisland in 1806 known as KingArthurs mine. It producedquantities of copper and lead untilit closed in 1854.

Slate QuarriesCliff quarries are a particularfeature of the region concentratedalong a small area of coast fivemiles on either side of Tintagel.Slate was quarried from the 1300suntil the early twentieth century. Agood example of these workingscan be seen at Lanterdan Quarry,south of Tintagel. Still workingtoday, Trevillett Quarry founded byWelsh slate miners during the 19thcentury contains two valuable

beds of slate, a red veined varietysuitable for walls and patios and ablue variety which produced theslates and floor of the Visitor Centre.

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Pasties, Sausage Rolls, Sandwiches, Paninis etc

Artisan handmade Cornish ice cream

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The Old Post Office owned by theNational Trust since 1903 is centrallyplaced within the village. A smallmedieval hall house dating backto the late 1300s and was used asa Letter Receiving Office for thearea in the 1870s. It has a lovelycollection of samplers, the reargarden is charming.

600 years of history.Learn what life was like, with family trails or dress-up in

Victorian Costume.

2015 Opening9 Mar 27 March 11am-4pm

28 March 27 Sept 10:30am-5:30pm

28 Sept 1 Nov 11am-4pm

Last admission 30 minutes before close.

Free to National Trust members,

admission prices apply otherwise.

Tintagel Old Post Office, Fore Street, Tintagel, Cornwall, PL34 0DB

01840 770024 tintageloldpo@nationaltrust.org.uk

Tintagel Old Post Office

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Tintagel

King Arthur's CafWe serve breakfast, lunch

& afternoon teas.

Find us at the top of the track that leads

to the Castle call in for a refreshing

drink and a delicious snack after your visit.

Open seven days a week

from February to November.

Tintagel Youth Hostel A short walkalong the coast path from Tintageltowards Trebarwith, you will find theYouth Hostel nestled into the cliff top.The Hostel was a former quarrymanscottage. From this coast line thesunsets are magnificent.

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Youth Hostel

The WootonsTINTAGEL

PENDRINAtlanticRoad,Tintagel

Mr. & Mrs. Watson Tel. 01840 770560

Email info@pendrintintagel.co.uk

www.pendrintintagel.co.uk

9 bedrooms all en-suite or private facilities

Children over 12 welcome. Free Wi-Fi

Private parking. Sorry, no pets.Lovely Victorian House overlooking the cliffs and Atlantic Ocean.

Beautiful sea and countryside views

Situated in the historical village of Tintagel.

Close to the Castle, coast path and many amenities.

From 32.50 pppn. Open all year.

A small inn and public house situated within 600 metres of Tintagel Castle

and the North Cornwall coast.

Tel. 01840 770170Email: ianbyoung@wootons.co.ukwww.wootons.co.uk

The disused Prince of Wales quarryclose to Trewarmett is a wonderfulsite, rich in wildlife and industrialhistory with great views of the seaand coast.

Here you can walk along a welldefined path around the bestpreserved beam engine house inNorth Cornwall. Built in 1871 at astaggering cost of 1590 (theequivalent of around 878,000 intodays money). During the1914/1918 war the WoolfCompound Engine inside it wassold for scrap and the housestood derelict until 1971 when agroup of locals raised the moneyto refurbish and make it safe. It isnow a Grade 2 Listed Building.

Tintagel self-catering holiday accommodation

Beautiful coastal and countryside viewsWarm and comfortable retreat at any time of the yearIn the heart of North Cornwall with the legends of King

Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table

Sleeps 5Cleaned and maintained by owners who live nearby.

Weekly tariff from 250 per week, short breaks available

Contact: Sue & Kearon MothEmail moth.sct@btinternet.com

Tel. 01840 770022 Mobile 07856 613831www.chylowen-tintagel.co.uk

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The Port William | Trebarwith Strand | Tintagel | PL34 0HB01840 770 230 | portwilliam@staustellbrewery.co.uk | www.theportwilliam.co.uk

Renowned for excellent pub food, welcoming bar & spectacular views of the sea & cliffs, The Port William has the perfect restaurant setting. The recently

refurbished bedrooms also ensure a comfortable & memorable stay.

Trebarwith StrandTrebarwith Strand - With its vastcliffs, dark caves and fine goldensand, this was once the centre ofthe local slate trade, from wherequarried stone was exported.

In the 1800s, this natural cove grewin importance mainly due toextensive quarrying along the cliffsand inland at the Prince of Walesquarry. It was so much easier toextract slate on the coast. Not onlywas it good quality, but there wereno problems with waste material. Itwas just thrown into the sea.Transport was made easy by simplyshipping the slate out directly fromthe quarry site via Port William, asmall harbour at the south end ofthe cove. Today the abandonedquarries leave a legacy of richindustrial heritage that is clearlyvisible from the coast pathbetween Trebarwith Strand andTintagel.

Today, Trebarwiths beautifulbeach, known as the Strand, is very

popular with locals and holidaymakers. Frequent strong winds offthe Atlantic Ocean make forexcellent surfing. The clean sand,warm pools and climbing rocksmake it a great place for children.The beach is tidal and at low tide itextends for almost a mile. At hightide the water covers the beachcompletely for about two hours. It issafer to bathe after low tide, whenthe tide is coming in. During holidayseasons lifeguards are present toensure the safety of bathers.

CUMBRAE HOLIDAY AGENCYTrebarw i th S t rand. T in tage l

Jayne Warton - Tel. 01840 214888jaynewarton@hotmail.comwww.cumbraeholidays.com

A range of self-catering properties inTrebarwith and the surrounding area.

Sleeping from

2-12 persons.

Pets welcome at

selected properties.

Please quote ref: TVG

when booking.

The Mill House, dates back to 1760 has 9 ensuitebedrooms, a traditional bar & a stylish restaurant

in a woodland setting close to the beach.

Open every day for lunch & dinner, Pauper'ssupper on Wednesdays (excluding July &

August-3 courses for 17.50) & steak night onThursdays. Regular live music.

Perfect venue for dining out, private &corporate functions, weddings & civil

partnerships.

The Mill House, Trebarwith, Tintagel,Cornwall PL34 0HDTel: 01840 770200

www.themillhouseinn.co.uk

Beach Safety

For most people, the seaside is nottheir usual environment. Makeyourself aware of high and lowtides and be aware of slipperyrocks. In the water be aware ofrip currents - they could drag youout of your depth. Try to choose alifeguard patrolled beach.

Wind and sun can cause sunburnand ruin your holiday - make sureyou apply a high factor sunscreento all your family, wear a hat andkeep covered up or seek shade,especially during the midday sun.

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ATLANTIC VIEW HOTELTREKNOW,TINTAGEL

9 double, twin, triple & family bedroomsAll rooms with sea or countryside views

Indoor heated swimming poolChildren welcome, sorry no pets.

Free Wi-Fi

Lovely Victorian Country House set 300 yardsfrom the cli top amid National Trust land in an

area of Outstanding Natural beauty. In theheart of King Arthur country, we have a

restaurant, licensed bar and swimming pool.

Mr. & Mrs. John LawsonTel. 01840 770221

Email atlantic-view@eclipse.co.ukwww.atlanticviewhoteltintagel.co.uk

TreknowTreknow is a hamlet in the Parishof Tintagel established in the earlypart of the 16th century to housequarry workers. The remains of oldquarry workings are clearly visibleon the coastline.

A small copper mine alsooperated in the latter years of the18th century.

SELF CATERING ACCOMMODATION

TRELAKE LANE, TREKNOW, TINTAGEL PL34 0EW

Weekly tariff from 295 a week. (See our website for full details).

Sleeps 4 plus cot

Tel. 01840 770844Email clive.shuttapark@btinternet.comwww.tintagel-accommodation.co.uk

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BossineyBossiney is a small hamlet on theoutskirts of Tintagel on the road toBoscastle. It is situated in one ofthe most beautiful areas of thenorth Cornwall coast, much of itbeing maintained by the NationalTrust.

Bossiney was mentioned in theDomesday Book as Botcinnii, amanor held by the Count ofMortain. It was the parliamentaryseat of Sir Francis Drake and in 1584he gave his election speech fromBossiney Mound which is next tothe Methodist Chapel and Jill Pool.

The Mound is all that remains of aNorman wooden fortress but myth

has it that The Round Table ofKing Arthur and his knights is buriedhere and will rise up from theMound on midsummers night.

Bossiney Cove - this is a wonderfulbeach which is dog friendly with norestrictions. You will see the famousElephant Rock with its trunk in thesand. At low tide it joins up withBenoath Cove. It is a popularbeach for families and surfers allthe year round.

In times past the path to the beachwas a donkey track where sandwas collected for fertilizing thefields. Lye Rock and the Sisters arehome to many seabirds.

Rocky Valleybands of coarse and fine-grainedgrey slates, dates back to theUpper Devonian Age (377-363million years ago), and stretchesnearly a mile inland to St. NectansKieve.

The rivers erosive power hasproduced a spectacular scene ofcrags, smooth rocks, gullies,cataracts and deep chasms.

The shelter offered by the valley isa welcome refuge for wildlife andthe stream plays host to dippersand grey wagtails. It is said thatthe 60s hit song Sunshine of YourLove performed by Cream andJimi Hendrix, was supposedlypenned here!

Further up the valley, remarkablywell preserved maze carvings arefound on a rock face behind theruins of an old roman mill. Similarcarvings found in Crete date back4000 years, but these were onlyfirst mentioned in 1948.

Rocky Valley - The Trevillett Riverrushes through this narrow gorge,originally known as Crocketts TorValley, before tumbling into thewaters of Bossiney Haven. The softbedrock, consisting of alternating

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2 walks

Turn right out of the Visitor Centre carpark and follow Bossiney Road for afew hundred yards until you reach theCatholic Church. Turn right intoTrenale Lane and follow the lane tothe grass triangle at the top. Here,you should turn left and follow thelane. There are fabulous views ofTintagel and the coastline along thisstretch of the lane. Carry on until youreach the crossroads. Go straightacross towards the hamlet ofHalgabron. Further down the lanethere is a steep left hand bend. Onthe right hand

side of the bend you will see a PublicFootpath sign. Go over the stile andfollow the footpath down through thewoods to St. Nectans Glen.

walk 3A WALK FROM TINTAGEL VISITOR CENTRE TO ST. NECTANS GLEN

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St. Nectans Glen

Trethevy - Tintagel01840 779538

www.st-nectansglen.co.uk

CornwallsHiddenGem

OPENING TIMESHigh Season

1st April to 31st Oct.9.30am to 5.00pm

Off Season1st Nov. to 31st March

10.30am to 3.00pm

St. Nectans Glen is a magical,tranquil and sacred site set in fifteenacres of stunning woodland. As youwalk up to the Glen along the gentlyflowing river, you will be amazed atthe stunning natural beautysurrounding you. The softly singingbirds above you or the spring flowersand foliage with their fragrance atyour feet, makes this a multi-sensoryexperience. Further along, you willsee the rocks and ruins of oldbuildings whose energy reflects thememories that they have seen.

You can sit by the river listening tothe water or explore the Meditationroom also known as St. Nectanscell, where it is said Nectan livedwith his parents and 23 brothers and

sisters back in the sixth century.

After a short walk down through astunningly landscaped woodland,you will reach the jewel in the crown.A magnificent 60 foot Waterfall andkieve, believed to be the only onelike it in the world. You will see howspecial St Nectans Glen is. Lookingfurther, you see a Site of SpecialScientific Interest containing rareand endangered Ferns, Fungi andplants.

Visiting the Glen, the one thing that iscertain is that you will never feel thesame again. You will go awayfeeling cleansed, refreshed anduplifted having experiencedsomething magical.

A free leaflet about St. Nectens Glen is available in the Tintagel Visitor Centre.

Turn right out of the Visitor Centre carpark and follow the road out of thevillage towards Boscastle. You will passthrough the hamlet of Bossiney. Followthe road down the hill out of Bossineyand up the other side. At the brow ofthe hill, there is a car park on the lefthand side providing free parking for St.Nectans Glen. After parking your car,carefully cross over the road and takethe track opposite which is clearlymarked to St. Nectans Glen. You willpass St. Pirans well and St. PiransChurch on the left. Then bear right andfollow the signs to the waterfall.

drive/walk 4A DRIVE AND WALK FROM TINTAGEL VISITORCENTRE TO ST. NECTANS GLEN

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Boscastle

This is a very popular medievalvillage with an Elizabethan harbour.It is not only a busy fishing villagebut in the past it was a small portimporting limestone and coal aswell as exporting slate and otherlocal produce.

The Rivers Jordan, Valency andParadise flow through the village.The Valency valley is a magical

Overlooking the harbour in the Cornish fishing village ofBoscastle and surrounded by the beautiful North Cornwallcoastline, the Wellington Hotel is one of Cornwalls oldestCoaching Inns and dates back to the 16th Century. Whether youstay at the 3 Star hotel or just come to eat and drink in the LongBar or the Waterloo Restaurant, you will be sure to receive a verywarm welcome.

The Hotel: 14 bedrooms starting at 45 for a single room and 75for a standard double room. Superior rooms and family rooms arealso available. All room rates include a full Cornish breakfast.Additional beds and dog beds can be provided in certain rooms.

The Long Bar: A traditional pub bar with a great selection of realales, beers and ciders and serving superb food at lunch and in theevenings. Families are welcome with a childrens menu available.Your dog can come too!

The Waterloo Restaurant: With 2 AA Rosettes, an elegant Georgiandining room, talented chefs and fresh local ingredients, enjoy anamazing meal in beautiful surroundings.

01840 250202info@wellingtonhotelboscastle.comwww.wellingtonhotelboscastle.com

walk to the dark and intriguingMinster Church. Jordan Vale is thesteep hill rising from the WellingtonHotel to the top of the village. Awalk up or down between the oldstone cottages takes one back intime. Forrabury Church stands highup to the south of Boscastle andnot too far off the coastal path.

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The photo below shows the whitelookout. This was built as asummer house around 1827. In later years it was used byrevenue men and then thecoastguards. In recent years it hasbeen re-established for thispurpose and is managed byCoastwatch volunteers.

The views along the coast arespectacular from this point, lookingnorth towards Bude, Hartland andLundy Island and south to the cliffsof Tintagel and its castle.

TROUT FISHING in the Valency Valley Boscastle

To book call Justin on07969 699 572

Beginners and families are welcome.Tuition, rod and tackle hire also available.

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Whichever direction youapproach Crackington Haven,the views are really spectacular.Only the road separates the seafrom a couple of beach shops, ahandful of houses, and a publichouse. With good car parkingspace this makes an ideal basefor those who enjoy walking andhaving fun on the beach with thefamily.

To the north of Penkenna Point(430 ft) lies St Gennys withbreathtaking views towards Bude,Morwenstow and Lundy Island.To the south the North Cornwallcoast traverses to the highest cliffin England High Cliff at well over700 ft. St Juliot Church is only

about 2 miles inland. For thosewho like remote beaches thereare few that rival Strangles andRusey.

Away from the coast are tranquilwoodland paths, running streamsand sunny meadows with theoccasional glimpse of deer.

Crackington Haven Widemouth Bay

This is a long open bay andbeach on the Atlantic coast. It isideal for families and is popularfor a variety of seaside activities.

Lifeguards patrol the beach in thepeak summer months when dogsare not permitted on the northbeach. A variety of marinewildlife can be found in the rockpools.

There are cafes on and aroundthe beach as well as a puband shops on the hill abovethe bay. There is ampleparking. It is also a popularwalking area with wonderfulcoastal views.

Just around the cliff top fromthe main beach is OutdoorAdventure. Established in1981 with the vision ofbecoming one of the topproviders of adrenaline

Amix of adventure swimming, scramblingand jumping, where the ocean meets the cliffs.

Individuals, families & groups - all abilities

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activities in the UK, their surfschool based at Widemouth Baybeach, provides lessons forcomplete beginners through tointermediates.

Their coasteering locations aresecond to none (one at our ownBossiney Cove). Theirexperienced instructors will takeyou on an amazing journey andmake it as challenging as you like.

The Cabin Cafe specialises inhome cooked foods, stunningcakes and pasties. All food isbaked on the premises usinglocal produce and free rangeingredients. Home producedRed Ruby beef heads the rangeof local reared quality meats notonly used in the cafe but alsoavailable to take home to roastor barbecue.

The shop sells Cornish gifts, surfwear and everything you needfor a day on the beach. A rangeof surfboards, body boards andwet suits can be hired.

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Crackington HavenOPEN ALL YEAR

Everything created & baked here!

SPECIALTIESRED RUBY BEEF PORK BELLY CABIN PASTIESCREAM TEAS & CAKES WITH A DIFFERENCE

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Local Events Calendar 201518th - 25th April Boscastle Walking Week25th April Trevithick Day, Camborne1st May Padstow 'Obby 'Oss Festival8th May Helston Flora Day and Furry Dance4th - 6th June Royal Cornwall Show3rd - 5th July Padstow Vintage Rally10th -11th July Rock Oyster Festival11th -18th July Delabole Carnival Week25th - 26th July War Machines Weekend at Davidstow

Airfield and Cornwall at War Museum28th July - 7th August St. Endellion Music Summer Festival30th July Launceston Agricultural Show25th July -1st August Tintagel Carnival Week12th August Camelford Show15th August Bude Carnival1st - 4th September Bude Jazz Festival3rd - 4th October Boscastle Festival

Tintagel Orpheus Male Voice Choir - Summer Concerts at the Social Hall, TintagelThursdays 25th June, 9th & 23rd July, 6th & 20th August

Further information can be obtained from Tintagel Visitor CentreAll dates correct at time of printing, please check before visiting.

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Photos courtesy of David Flower.

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Davidstow and Bodmin Moor DelaboleDuring the Second World War, RAFDavidstow Airfield was built. In 1941the land was acquired andconstruction started early in 1942providing a three runway airfieldwith extensive dispersal areas using700 acres of moor and farm land.

At 970ft above sea level it was thehighest airbase in the country,home to coastal commandsquadrons involved in air searescue, U-boat hunting andshipping patrols. It closed inDecember 1945.

Afterwards it was used as a motorracing circuit. In the 1950s three

Formula 1 races were held there.

Today, the main control tower isclearly visible with views to CrowdyReservoir, Roughtor and Brown Willy.

Located next to Dairy CrestCreamery (the home of Davidstowand Cathedral City cheeses), theRAF Memorial Museum and theDavidstow Airfield & Cornwall atWar Museums are well worth a visit.Their websites give detailedinformation and lists of forthcomingevents.

Three Services Museum on WWII Airfield,

Davidstow, PL32 9YFMobile: 07799 194 918Adult 5. Conc 4 Fam 13 (2A & 3child)Open 10am - 5pm / last admission 4.15pmEaster till Nov Closed Sun, Mon & Tues.Open every day in July, Aug, Sept plusSchool & Bank Holidays

Airfield tours, please call for availability.

www.cornwallatwarmuseum.co.uk

Delabole slate is probably the finestslate available and is knownthroughout the world. The quarry isone of the largest man made holesin Europe and can be visited free ofcharge.

Slate has been quarried here sincethe early twelfth century. InElizabethan times five small privatequarries were combined to formthe old Delabole Slate Company.Over 1000 men were employedand produced an average of 120tonnes of slate each day. It wastransported by horse and wagon toPort Gaverne and then taken byboat around the country and inlater years by train.

Today the Delabole SlateCompany Ltd. is a private Cornishcompany and employs around 40people.

With modern diamond wire saws, 5skilled quarrymen can still quarry anaverage of 120 tonnes of slateeach day, eliminating the need forblasting.

DELAMERE BUNGALOWSWest Downs, Delabole

Self- catering property, lovely setting withpanoramic views over the Allen Valley.

Sleeping up to 4 people ( or 5/6). Weekly prices from 200 to 430.

Some discounts and part week bookings available. Sorry no pets.

Tel: Janet 01895 234144info@ delamerebungalows.co.ukwww.delamerebungalows.co.uk

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motor services

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MOT TestingFull Repair FacilitiesCar Recovery & Sales

GOOD GARAGE SCHEME member

alan@atlantic.orangehome.co.uk

call: 01840 212 650

We are a garage situated on the B3266

some 3.5 miles from Tintagel and 400

yards from the A39 at Camelford.

IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITHYOUR CAR, CALL US FIRST CALLS

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Tel. 01840 212650

We offer excellent service andrepair facilities for all makes ofcars, owner proprietor, with over49 years experience. We areMembers of the Good GarageScheme and a VOSA approvedMOT testing station.

We pride ourselves in being ableto carry out the following, allforms of car repairs, diagnosticand electronic repairs, airconditioning work, tyres andbatteries.

We have four up to datecourtesy cars for which we makeno charge [age and licenceconditions apply]. We also offera recovery service from and toany part of the U.K.

We are a garage situated on theB3266 some 3.5 miles fromTintagel and 400 yards from theA39 at Camelford.

IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITHYOUR CAR, CALL US FIRST CALLSARE ANSWERED 24/7 OR EMAILalan@atlantic.orangehome.co.uk

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Safe motoringPlease remember, going on holiday is probably thelongest journey you will do in a year.

Join a motoring organisation. If you break down onroute recovery to your home can be hugelyexpensive.

Have your car serviced by a reputable garage. GoodGarage Scheme members are subject to a strictmonitoring code and can be trusted to do a goodjob.

Always check your oil, coolant and screen washlevels, tyre pressures and lights before your journey.

Check the condition of your tyres. On motorwayswhen driving at high speeds your tyres work hard.Many breakdowns and some accidents are causedby tyre problems. Check your tyres for wear anddamage. Pressures will need to be increased whenloaded or towing.

If you are towing make sure the tyres on your trailer orcaravan are fully checked as above.

If you have a problem with your car coming down onholiday, have it checked as soon as possible.Problems rarely disappear on their own.

Make sure if you have a roof rack that both it and theload are secure. We can have very high winds inCornwall.

When using cycle racks, make sure that both the rackand the cycles do not obscure the lights or numberplate.

Keep your petrol tank well filled. Getting stuck downquiet narrow lanes in the middle of the countryside isnot much fun.

Take your time! Cornwall is rural and has many narrowlanes with blind bends. Always anticipate thepossibility that just around that narrow corner theremay be a wide farm vehicle that cannot stop quickly.There may also be a family enjoying a walk or cyclistson the road. Enjoy a leisurely drive and stay safe.

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www.tintagelparishcouncil.gov.ukThis Guide was produced and published by Tintagel Visitor Centre

Bossiney Road, Tintagel, Cornwall. PL34 0AJTel: 01840 779084 Email: clerk@tintagelparishcouncil.gov.uk

Tintagel Parish Council accepts no responsibility for the accuracy of advertisers entries.

Tintagel Parish Council 2015Photos marked copyright David Flower

Printed by: www.phoenixprintbodmin.com - environmentally minded printers.

Useful Contact InformationTintagel Visitor Centre 01840 779084

Devon & Cornwall Police 101

Doctors SurgeriesTintagel, Bossiney Road 01840 770214Boscastle Surgery 01840 250209Camelford Medical Centre 01840 213894 Delabole Surgery 01840 213229

Minor Injury Unit Bodmin Hospital 01208 251577NHS Direct 111First Responders 999

Bus ServiceWestern Greyhound (Buses) 01637 871871

VetsPenbode Camelford 01840 213277Holts - Camelford 01840 212229Nutes - Wadebridge 01208 813258RSPCA - Emergency Number 03001234999

Dentist April Lodge, Bude (NHS) 01288 355355

Mobile Bank TintagelNat West - Visitor Centre Car Park - Friday 11.45 a.m. - 12.30 p.m.

Local Church ServicesSt Paul the Apostle Catholic Church Sunday Mass - 5.30 pm

Holy Days of obligation 12 noon & weekdays normally 10.00am

St Materiana Church Glebe Cliff Sunday Service - 10 amTintagel Methodist Church Sunday Service - 10.30 amBossiney Methodist Chapel Sunday Service - 11 amSt. Piran Church, Trethevy Weekly communion service,

Wednesday 10.00 a.m.

Tintagel Youth Hostel 01840 770334 or 0845 371 9145Boscastle Youth Hostel 0845 371 9006 or 01840 250928

Bridge BikeHire

01208 813050www.bridgebikehire.co.uk

Camel Trail

This ever popular 15 miles of trafficfree family cycling is a wonderfuloption for a day out no matterwhat the weather. The contrast inrides is spectacular - downstreamalong the Estuary to Padstow is stillthe most popular but the riversideride up to the Moors is very specialand is the more sheltered route.

When you combine the naturalbeauty of the Camel Trail with aride that is very comfortable forsomeone "not been on a bike foryears" this facility, with Bridge BikeHire providing bikes for all thefamily in Wadebridge, is a must dofor any visitor.

For up to date info on the trail seethe bloghttp://www.destination_cornwall.co.uk/ click "ride with Nige".

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