Tintagel Castle

Tintagel Castle is closed today, Sunday 8th December due to a lack of power at site. If you have a ticket booked to visit us, you will automatically be refunded within 10 days. Sorry for any disappointment this may cause, and we hope to see you again soon.

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Open Fri-Sun, 10am - 4pm. Last entry at 3pm.

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Address
Castle Road, Tintagel, Cornwall, PL34 0HE
  • Plan your visit

    What to expect on your day out at Tintagel Castle, including facilities, food and more.

  • Access information

    Tintagel Castle is a historic site situated on the clifftops of North Cornwall. Please see our access page, with advice for visitors with limited mobility.

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POSTCARD FROM TINTAGEL CASTLE

Go on a legendary adventure at Tintagel -  cross the spectacular new bridge to take in unforgettable views of the coastline and explore the history-rich headland. Walk among the castle ruins that still cling to the cliffs, find early-medieval remains, and meet Gallos - the life-size bronze statue of an ancient king who keeps watch over the wild seas below.

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Discover more with our digital guide

Explore Tintagel Castle with Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and culture app. Download the digital guide, featuring a new audio trail led by our Properties Curator Win Scutt. 

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Guidebook: Tintagel Castle

Price: £6.00

 Tintagel Castle Timeline

3rd-4th Centuries ADRoman Activity

Finds of pottery, early coins and two Roman inscribed pillars suggest activity on the headland.

450-650Trading Centre

Tintagel is a rich and important site, trading with the Mediterranean world. The headland is covered with many small rectangular buildings.

Find out more about the history of Tintagel

Tintagel Castle Jigsaw Puzzle

Price: £32.50

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