- by Gordon
Tintagel Castle – The new Tintagel bridge Stunning views and a thrilling walk
On this page . . .
[wp_lightbox_fancybox_youtube_video link=”www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCHjpbyuuLw” title=”new Tintagel Bridge” source=”https://www.visitcornwall.tv/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Tintagel-castle-bridhe-550×281.jpg”]
CLICK on image above to play Video
Tintagel Castle
The castle is built half on the mainland the other half on the rocky headland the Castle is one of the most spectacular historic English Heritage sites in Britain. Its association with King Arthur ensures its fame. The history of the castle goes back centuries and long before the legend of King Arthur and Merlin and the round table. Richard, Earl of Cornwall, who was very wealthy built a castle here in the 1230s. The castle has no military value it appears that it was the legend of King Arthur that inspired him. The Castle fell into decay over the centuries but the legend of King Arthur and the romance surrounding it has kept the castle in the public eye.
Tintagel Castle and the new Tintagel bridge
For the first time in more than 500 years, the two separated halves of Tintagel Castle are reunited, thanks to a daring new footbridge unveiled by the charity English Heritage. Constructed in Plymouth and designed by Ney & Partner engineers and William Matthews Associates Architectural Practice, the bridge has independent 30m cantilevers extending from each side.
From Sunday (11 August) visitors will be able to walk in the footsteps of the medieval inhabitants of the Cornish castle – inextricably linked with the legend of King Arthur – and enjoy spectacular coastal views not seen since the Middle Ages. The new Tintagel bridge has been shortlisted for the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Stirling Prize for the UK’s best new building.
The new bridge at Tintagel
Tintagel and the coastal Path
The Tintagel Circulars consist of three family-friendly walks around the village that lead to the open clifftops around the village. Tintagel village that leads out to the open clifftops.
Further links for more information on Tintagel.
- Read more about the new Tintagel castle bridge on the English Heritage website.
- The Tintagel Visitor Centre
- Holiday Accommodation and today’s deals in Cornwall
- Follow us on Facebook