The ruins of King Arthur’s Castle stand high on the cliffs just outside the historic Cornish town of Tintagel. It is a place of myth, legend and romantic associations, set against a backdrop of craggy rocks, hidden coves and swirling seas. Tintagel is a welcoming place for all visitors, with several attractive pubs, restaurants and specialist shops. The South West Coast Path is at its most impressive here, and can be walked in either direction. The pretty village of Boscastle can be found a couple of miles northwards along the path. The sea in these parts is a surfer’s delight, and several beaches are in easy reach of Tintagel. Just 15 miles away is the popular resort of Bude, and other places which are well worth a visit are Bodmin Moor (with its spooky Jamaica Inn) and the world-famous Eden Project.
