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Tintagel Beach

Cornwall, England


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Tintagel Beach, located on the North Cornwall coast, is a historic town with a rugged coastline and a rich Arthurian heritage.

Tintagel Beach is situated near the historic town of Tintagel, which features a rugged coastline and is home to the famous Tintagel Castle. The castle, managed by English Heritage, is situated on an island linked to the shore by a wooden bridge. Next to the island, there is a small cove that is difficult to access.

Tintagel Castle is a prominent feature of the coastline and is steeped in Arthurian legend and mythology. According to legend, the castle is the birthplace of King Arthur, and the site has been a source of inspiration for numerous myths, legends, and literary works throughout history.

Merlin's Cave, a large sea cave located underneath Tintagel Castle, is another popular attraction at Tintagel Beach. The cave is accessible during low tide, when the waters recede and reveal a cavernous entrance. According to folklore, Merlin, the mythical magician, was said to have been born in a cave beneath Tintagel Castle and used the cave as a place of retreat and contemplation.

Visitors to Tintagel Beach and Merlin's Cave should be aware that access to the cave is dependent on tides, and it can be dangerous to enter the cave during high tide or rough sea conditions. It is recommended to check local tide times and follow safety guidelines when visiting.

Tintagel Beach is on the Pentire Point - Widemouth Heritage Coast, and adjacent to the South West Coast Path.

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Weather and tides for Saturday 19 July

Today
Chance of rain 74%
Max temp. 20°C
(feels like 19°C)
Wind 7mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 83%
Min temp. 16°C
(feels like 14°C)
Wind 18mph

The tide at Tintagel Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 6:11 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 12:43 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   18.1°C  

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  • Facilities

    Food available Toilets Shops
  • Popular Activities

    Rockpooling Sunbathing Walking
  • Parking

    Pay and display parking in the village, 600 metres away.

  • Lifeguard

    No lifeguard cover at this beach

  • Water Quality

    Water quality not measured here

    Water quality not measured here

Recommended holiday cottages near Tintagel Beach

Things to do and see in the area

St. Materiana's Church (0.3 miles)
King Arthur's Great Halls (0.5 miles)
Tintagel King Arthur Walk - South West Coast Path (0.8 miles)
Rocky Valley (1.4 miles)
St. Nectan's Glen (1.9 miles)
Boscastle Harbour (3.1 miles)
Boscastle - South West Coast Path walk (3.2 miles)
The Museum of Witchcraft and Magic (3.2 miles)
Boscastle Visitors Centre (3.3 miles)

All distances are approximate

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Location: Tintagel

Location type: Village

OS Grid: SX051889

Country: England

Local Authority: Cornwall

Parish: Tintagel

Nearest postcode: PL34 0DQ

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