Should you visit TINTAGEL CASTLE? - Cornwall Days Out 2024 An Honest Review

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2 ай бұрын

In our video we ask 'Is it worth visiting Tintagel Castle?'.
We also give a local's tip to save money on your ticket price.
Tintagel is a small town on the rugged north coast of Cornwall UK and has long been associated with King Arthur, although no actual evidence proves he either existed or lived here.
Today the Tintagel Castle is a ruin and managed by English Heritage as a visitor attraction. It is situated on an island with stunning views up and down the coast. Highlights include the modern bridge access, the interpretation of the ruins and the Gallos statue, commonly called the 'Arthur statue'. Watch to see if it is worth it?
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@judybee 2 ай бұрын

No matter what anyone says about Tintagel, I will always love it. It just has a special place in my heart from when I was very young. The myth, the legend, the mystery, the atmosphere. I'm a little biased as I have been there on windswept dark rainy evenings & climbed those steps, with not a soul in the world around. It's a whole different world then. You can't put a price on a place that makes you feel that way. No statues, no gimmicks, no bridge in those days & no admission prices!! Would I pay that now?? Yep, probably, just to capture the moment again...but due to mobility issues now, sadly that won't happen. Memories are everything! x J x

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

You sound truly hooked!!! Your happy place! 😊 Sarah

@theolddog5129 11 күн бұрын

We took our two young ones there when they were 10 and 12 during a family holiday in Cornwall. All four of us abololutely loved it. Preserving history is expensive and English Heritage do amazing work. The entry fee should be considered in this light. These days it only takes a few clicks to find out what is there and the entry price. IMHO people need to make the effort before visiting rather than complaining about what isn't there afterwards!

@SantaDeerhound 2 ай бұрын

How have I never heard of the Cornwall Heritage Trust?! I joined immediately after watching this. Thanks very much.

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Sarah :)

@clives344 2 ай бұрын

Thinking of maybe doing the same as we will be in Cornwall for the month of June.

@kathavalon19 2 ай бұрын

Apart from that stunning sculpture, what we most enjoyed about our visit was the old post office and St Nectans glen 😊

@annraynor846 2 ай бұрын

St Nectans Glen is a lovely place x

@johnlane3559 2 ай бұрын

We have been to Tintagel many times, the first over 60 years ago, and the Castle was free!

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

Gosh! How times have changed! Modern living is expensive! Sarah :)

@colinbaker3415 2 ай бұрын

In this internet era, I'm shocked that people haven't done any research before visiting places. All it takes is a few clicks or swipes to discover A) what is there? and B) how much it costs and can I get it cheaper ? As you have shown many times in the past being a member of an organisation eg NT,CHT,or English heritage will pay for itself in the long run. If you are fans of Arthurian legend then this, and Glastonbury (Avalon) are musts, just do some research first . Great video all the same.

@cuckootown9478 2 ай бұрын

Another excellent video, you have a great rapport, it's always a lot of fun listening to you👍❤️

@Hedgehogsinthemist123 2 ай бұрын

How on earth do they arrive at those ridiculous charges? I'm surprised people are prepared to pay that. It must be years since I went to Tintagel. The bridge wasn't there. In fact, there was nobody there and the enormous, intimidating hotel was very rundown. There is nothing there and I fear it will turn into another Lands End with a licence to print money opportunity for some. The only affiliation I have of Tintagel is Rick Wakeman's 1975 album 'The Myths and Legends of King Arthur and The Knights of The Round Table'.

@stephenwilliams944 2 ай бұрын

We visited Tintagel last summer, we however didn't get fleeced but used the many paths to take great pictures of the coastline and Tintagel its self. If the cost were half we have done done but for a few stones no. Great video.

@shirley1827 2 ай бұрын

It should be open to the public as its land for all to enjoy, and it's mainly ruins and scenery to enjoy.

@debdavet-cornwallandbeyond1649 2 ай бұрын

Another nice video guys, and like your balanced views. Though we've been to Tintagel a few times, it must be over 10 years since we last went over to the island itself. A one off visit does look pricey, but after watching your video we've explored online, the many different English Heritage sites, and may consider a years membership and visit as many other sites in that year as we can.

@paulhardingharding3192 2 ай бұрын

The statue looks more like darth Vader!!

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

Our son used to be convinced it was and pretend to have a light saver duel! Modern day ‘knights’ Sarah 😂

@kernowarty 2 ай бұрын

I know someone who used to work at the Camelot Castle Hotel and quite a few people, and not just foreigners, thought that the hotel was King Arthur's castle!

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

😂 I’ve heard that before and it made me giggle before! Sarah :)

@annehinde9302 Ай бұрын

I love Tintagel it’s magical.I stayed at Camelot Castle another magical place.Well worth A visit.The energy of the place is invigorating you come alive there.🙏💕

@kaikito7662 2 ай бұрын

' A trip to ' rip off ' ruins ' caught the attention of my penny- clenching Scottish heart. I've written down and wrapped your comment around the brittle pound notes held hostage in my wallet.

@dust1415 7 күн бұрын

Thanks for this video it's brought back lots of memories of when Tintagel was a great place to go I was one of those re-enactors 30 years ago who used to make a long weekend of Tintagel when it had three pubs great restaurants, fantastic fish and chip shop and even granny, wobblylegs, fudge shop, he made the best cream teas around and bluebird Café had the best battler breakfasts. What are now flats in the car park Shame .Those long stairs Down to the beach and merlins Cave always bring back memories The carving wasn't there so this must be new thing as is the bridge too and I am surprised at the price but you're right the price is to keep it getting overcrowded

@esthermorrissey1454 2 ай бұрын

Another well informed video - interesting and balanced. I agree with you the Cornish Heritage card seems like a good purchase and I always think of my grandson when I see the statue - he did love Star Wars and ‘Arthur’ does look like Darth Vader ha ha!!. I think the the admission costs are quite a lot for a scenic walk across a bridge & for the little that seems to be there. I guess the toilet issue is another consideration the young and the elderly must fine this difficult & I put myself in the ‘elderly’ category. However, it is probably a once in a lifetime experience & probably one you will always remember. Well done Sarah and Andrew for another super video.

@sailingfalcornwall1405 2 ай бұрын

We visited recently for the first time. I agree more info is needed on the walk around. The bridge was surprisingly wide! The sunny non-windy weather is a must. Watching a kestrel hunting right in front of our eyes was a highlight and quite mystical. Thanks for sharing your thoughts x

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

You’re welcome! Sarah :)

@cornwallparanormalresearch2378 2 ай бұрын

Awesome like and shared out in you tube community. ⌚ will have to watch this later on the big screen.

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

Oh cool! I need soft focus!!! 😂😂😂 Sarah :)

@cornwallparanormalresearch2378 2 ай бұрын

No worries any time.

@annettebanham4205 2 ай бұрын

Your videos are always so fun and informative. My partner and I visited Cornwall in March and loved it so much that I found your films and have been working my way through them all, so far I’ve reached 223 puns!😂I’ve not been to Tintagel yet but it looks interesting enough to visit. I do notice that English Heritage have a 20% off promotion at the moment so worth it if you want to visit all the different sites in Cornwall and beyond. I just paid £57.60 for the year which makes a lot more sense. Look forward to seeing your next walk. X

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

I think you deserve a medal for listening to all those puns! Andrew used to make the children groan out loud with the worst Dad jokes! Sarah :)

@anniebanham4432 2 ай бұрын

I love that you laugh at them! Your relationship is what makes your videos so watchable x

@bobspeller2225 2 ай бұрын

I've been there as a child, (that was about 70 years ago) and a few times since with our children. But, I agree with your comments of cost and facilities. Its not one for older people or anyone with issues etc. Great video and a lovely review. All the best Bob

@kevp6345 2 ай бұрын

It's absolutely stunning there and the english heritage is great. It's amazing. We love it there! The cafe is lovely but expensive.

@sueharrison4725 2 ай бұрын

Everything at these places are so expensive... absolutely disgusting

@cherylbaker8878 2 ай бұрын

Loved it ,very buetiful

@johnevans5678 2 ай бұрын

Or come to Cymru where Arthur is actually from! and you can visit a castle that has a few walls for a lot less money!

@maobfh 2 ай бұрын

Fantastic!!! For some reason, I though things were public property there. A good example of my understanding of the land there. Brilliantly filmed and edited!!! Have you read Stephen Lawhead’s books? Taliesen, Merlin and Pendragon?

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

Not read these, thank you for the recommendation! Sarah :)

@lynnestait8011 2 ай бұрын

we went in many years ago, around 20 years, when our boys were little. The last time we visited on our own was 2016 so the new bridge wasnt there, we did all the free bits as we had the dogs with us like Merlins cave and walked along the coast path either side for the views, its definitely got a lot more expensive for what is actually there... and can I say that Im happy that 'CSI Mevagissy' and Sarahs belly laugh has been reinstated 🙂

@steveray8056 2 ай бұрын

Good morning from Canada. My wife and I visited Tintagel in 2016, before the bridge was built, and had a fabulous time exploring. We found climbing up and down the steps (the ones you went down) added to the mystery and mystical aura of the island. It was an experience that we enjoyed thoroughly. From our perspective, the bridge has ruined the adventure of what’s around the next corner as you climb. England, Scotland, Wales and Cornwall are full of “it could have happened here” which is part of the beauty and fun of exploring these places. What we also enjoyed was the age groups of people who climbed the steps from seniors, to children to people with dogs and we all chatted up and down the steps. It was a great experience. The bridge is noce looking and an architectural feat but, it doesn’t belong there.

@bernicebest 2 ай бұрын

Your videos always leave me with a happy smile and memories of a bygone age, it’s Mary many years since visiting ‘TINTAGEL’ I do remember how stunning the light was (an artists dream) don’t remember any visitor attractions, I would never ever go on any bridge that was suspended in mid-air if you paid me a million pounds, after having to be rescued from one because my english pointer refused to move after going several feet across and started shaking so hard it made my teeth rattle, I was more terrified than she was, it took about six strapping young men to retrieve us, never been so embarrassed in all my life …. I’m with Andrew it should be called ‘Scammalot’ but agree with Sarah it has a romantic atmosphere just imagining King Arthur wondering about the castle with Lady Guinevere 💘 I’m wondering if Arthur would be impressed by the remarkable sculpture! I think 3 - 5 is a fair guess! thanks 🙏 both of you for another delightful tour/history lesson, but I’ll be forever wondering if he ever did live or even go there 🤔

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

Hello Bernice and thank you for the donation, much appreciated! Sarah :)

@bernicebest 2 ай бұрын

@@CornishWalkingTrails 👍 Your very welcome 🤗

@YvetteWINSTONE-bl8jr 2 ай бұрын

I went to Tintagel as a teenager and tell in love with the area, always felt a special bond with the place. But having a sizeable daughter now and my own mobility issues I can't visit anymore which breaks my heart. But at least I get to see the places I love through your video's.

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

It is a mesmerising place! Sarah ;)

@christopherdakin7094 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for a fair and balanced video. It's years since I've been to Tintagel, before the bridge was built. I think it is a great place, but definitely too expensive. King Arthur, if he existed, was a Celtic ruler defending against the Saxons. Strangely he is portrayed as living in a much later period and as an English ruler. Beautiful scenery, thank you once again.

@jane-yz2yj Ай бұрын

I'm doing the coastal walk in Sept, and its just a quick passing though and I just wanted a photo of the statue, but Not paying that price to take 1 photo, great video thank you 😀

@cebusapella9125 2 ай бұрын

I think you were pretty fair in your assessment of it! I've been, of course, but many years ago. I'd say to anyone visiting Tintagel, rather than go to the castle, walk round the coast to Rocky Valley. You'll see views on the way as good as any from the castle, you'll see one of the most beautiful valleys in Cornwall, you'll even see a ruin! A lovely old mill, with an amazing old maze carved on the rock face inside, and all for free!

@mattylf1 2 ай бұрын

As you have mentioned, I think the power of social media does help promote Tintagel as I've seen so many photos of the statue and the doorway leading down to the cliffs on Instagram etc. I've not visied since 1988, but would like to take the family as they have never been. Will investigate the Cornwall Heritage Trust beforehand. Will ensure the kids visit the toilets before we start walking round !.

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

😂 we saw a huge advert for Tintagel Castle on the doors of the loos at Exeter Services, must have cost a fortune! The irony! Sarah :)

@giuliofish 2 ай бұрын

Having only had three opportunities to visit the UK (sadly never Cornwall), I console myself by collecting secondhand National Trust and English Heritage guidebooks (plus anything else I can get my hands on). After receiving the guidebook for the Tintagel and surrounds, I was far more interested in the old post office run by the National Trust (unfortunately I can't seem to find a book for that site) Though I do love to visit vicariously through your videos. Thanks for sharing.

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

We will return to Tintagel sometime because we have a locals guide planned, and intend to visit the Old Post Office within that video. I doubt there is a guide book because it’s so small. Sarah :)

@g.a.vanamstel1520 20 күн бұрын

We have visited Tintagel Castle and for us it is a 5 star ranking. We had calm and sunny weather.

@paulmagus2133 Ай бұрын

tintagel holds beautiful memories for me when i visited a sunny febuary 20 yers ago, the ruins give a sense of its history and is probably built on a much earlier settlement. there was a thick fog the evening we went and had to stay at a guest house there,as driving was very unsafe,. near tintagel are beautiful rocky wooded glens, 'rocky Valley', with running streams and waterfalls, like a fairy glen, covered in moss and spiral mazes cut into the rock by a ruined watermill made of stone. i love it there. the real magic is in the landscape.

@kathavalon19 2 ай бұрын

Next, come to explore Glastonbury "Ancient isle of Avalon".The Arthurian legend is huge here 😁

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

Yes! So we understand! We watched a forbidden history program with Jamie Theakston about Arthur and Glastonbury - very interesting! Sarah :)

@allanfettah4686 2 ай бұрын

Had a good time in Glastonbury, pre covid.. Nice walk up to the Tor too. Easy to reach via a short bus ride

@barleyarrish 2 ай бұрын

Some one after my own heart here said the old post office', seeing that old building made my day! I went about 30 odd years ago, it was much cheaper and more affordable. Whenit comes to the Arthurian, I'm a Wilson and Blackett cove...

@susanwhittaker865 2 ай бұрын

So many people were shocked at the cost of the bridge. We went before the bridge was built and it was a very rainy day. I was quite worried about people slipping & tripping (especially children). So hopefully the bridge has eliminated some of that. My family enjoyed the day, despite the weather.

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

I love the bridge - fabulous experience! Sarah :)

@shielaellison8943 Ай бұрын

I love it.

@adrianbew9641 2 ай бұрын

The price is a bit steep, but people should consider that the bridge was built at considerable cost to allow all persons access to the castle once only access able for the fittest of people. The ruins have to be maintained against the elements. All this expense has to covered by something and where possible usually by public ticket sales or donations .

@clives344 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video, love the location. Went there in 2012 with some visitors from France, their kids were a bit upset at not seeing a proper castle after they learnt about King Arthur. Agree with many its a bit of a rip off. Was amazed at the numbers of people visiting the Castle in 2023, I did the Maths at £20 ahead that a nice sum of money but on reflection it’s going into the trust which is a good thing. Think the cost of building the bridge will be covered in no time. Hopefully at £20 ahead the Parking is for Free?? An Audio System sounds like a must since there seems to be a large number of Foreign visitors

@JoannaLouise200 2 ай бұрын

I'm not sure I'd like to visit ~ my expectations may be turned to ruins :) I have vertigo, so would unlkely be able to get across that span brige without crawling on my knees (my mode of movement on the high level walkway at Kew Gardens here in London...it started swaying!). Those views though are incredible!. Cornwall Heritage Trust is a very good deal...I took out membership last year and, as you say Sarah, they do incredible work preserving/protecting Cornish heritage. Great video!

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

I am sat here giggling as I imagine someone crawling over the bridge! It does bounce and is very exposed to the wind! Sarah :)

@davidrowley-ic6dx 10 күн бұрын

First visited as a small child … would’ve been sometime around 1960 … was never allowed to forget that we had just climbed up to the ruins (way before any fancy bridge) when I “demanded” toilet facilities. My poor mother (old age brings sympathy) had to walk me all the way back to the nearest toilet, which I recall as being somewhere near Ye Olde Poste Officee 😂 … she was not amused … then all the way back again where my father had spent a peaceful break sitting on the ruins in the sunshine. Oh well … at least it left a lasting impression on me and I never forgot the place. I have been back a couple of times since then, over the years. I have always enjoyed the place, which I have only considered spoiled by the number of other people there. As someone who has membership giving access to both NT and English Heritage sites, I can visit without the entrance charge. I do have to say I would not be prepared to part with £40 for 2 people just to visit the headland, beautiful as it is 😢 There is one consideration, however; there are way more English Heritage sites that the public have free access to (albeit not necessarily big spectacular castles) than sites for which entry is charged. These sites still have to be maintained yet bring in zero revenue. It is, therefore, inevitable that the income from the charged sites does have to cover the costs associated with all these other smaller (less popular) ones as well. Equally, management of the bigger sites now incur far greater investment, overheads and maintenance to ensure improved accessibility for all. I suspect this was a major factor in the shiny new bridge (which I think detracts from the beauty of the place) … I certainly don’t recall ever seeing a wheelchair negotiating the old path 🤔. To be fair, accessibility to many sites and locations is a big issue. It is a sad fact that so many people are denied access to so many places … places that I have been fortunate enough to experience and which have had a profound impact on me … truly inspiring places. I might not like the aesthetic of the Tintagel bridge, but it does make it possible for a broader spectrum of the population to experience the raw splendour. Ho-hum … at this rate it won’t be long before a cable car finds itself installed to improve accessibility to the top of Glastonbury Tor … and some would ask “and why not?” … and how would I answer, I wonder? Cross that bridge when it happens, I guess … pun fully intended.

@gordonsimpson3235 2 ай бұрын

I enjoyed that Guys. Personally, I look upon King Arthur and his merry band as Cornwall's 'Loch Ness Monster. They have made a lot of money out of the fable - not least in 'tat' sold in gift shops. We went there last August, on a fine, warm sunny day. I do believe it is over priced, but since most visitors will go once or twice in a lifetime, its no big deal. I like Andrews comment - similar views for free all along the north coast. I went to see the bridge and the Gallos statue mainly....neither were there 40 years ago!!! Both are impressive, particularly the statue, although (again) I don't accept the Arthur inference. It is very ethereal. I loved the chaps hat blowing off....as if the statue was telling him to 'kneel and take your hat off when addressing me'. You are right, the lack of enough description of what you are actually looking at is frustrating - I thought that too when we were there. There may be a technical reason why they don't use the 'phone like guides' as per Bath....or it maybe that too many idiots will toss them off the cliff when they have finished the tour! It could of course just be that the truth about the castle is actually quite dull if you dispel the Arthur myth.....me being cynical! One thing I am sure of, that walk up the hill back to the village is a killer on a hot day...I thought I was reasonably fit, but wish I had jumped in the Land Rover 😓

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

You echo my sentiments! I do think though that the bridge and statue are fabulous business decisions, giving people something. There was local objection to the statue being named Arthur on the basis it was ‘Disney’fication. Gallos means power in Cornish and was an acceptable compromise. Sarah :)

@laurencedunkley8097 2 ай бұрын

As E.H. members and local's ,we visit regularly, regardless of weather, well you do with dogs, it's a great location for the many reasons given, although only the other week we were asked, ' Where's the castle' !!

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

😂 I feel for the children really, not much to fire their imaginations! Sarah :)

@TravellingTorunn 2 ай бұрын

Probably a bit expensive. At least there should have been a loo there for that price 😊 I have never been there but would actually like to visit next time I am in that area. The sculpture is marvellous, and I enjoy walking among old ruins and imagine how it was there when they were in use. I'd also really like to see the giant whose ankles reach 3-4 metres from the ground 😂😂 Thank you for the informative and beautiful video and the great views 🥰

@gordonsimpson3235 2 ай бұрын

But where would you put the loo without ruining the windswept nature of the site.

@TravellingTorunn 2 ай бұрын

@@gordonsimpson3235you may have a point there 😊

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

Hi Torunn, I love the sculpture - a highlight for me! Sarah :)

@TravellingTorunn 2 ай бұрын

@@CornishWalkingTrails Hi, Sarah! I think it is made by a genius 😍 Torunn 🙂

@kernowarty 2 ай бұрын

I visited recently and I thought it stated £19 not £21 but it is still far too much. It was a lovely day and there were indeed stunning views, but then again, there were stunning views OF the castle from the coast path for free. I was lucky enough to get in without paying because I am a member of English Heritage which was gifted to me as an Xmas present, although I am struggling to find many more English Heritage attractions within Cornwall to visit.

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

They seem to vary the price a lot, one day was only £15 online, so very difficult to say exactly how much it costs! I agree though, go to the other headland with a pair of binoculars! Sarah :)

@fab208athome 2 ай бұрын

In 1979 me and some friends went on a camping holiday to Cornwall and came across Tintagel; there were Police and emergency vehicles everywhere. So we decided to stop and explore. The excitement was because an RAF jet had lost control and wedged itself between a B&B and a house. We had missed the crash by about an hour but got some great photos of the aftermath. Very exciting for a bunch of spotty teenagers. Luckily the jet stopped there and didn't career into the High Street, that would have been disastrous. Maybe Merlin intervened ☺️

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

Fab story! Hope everyone was ok! Sarah :)

@esthermorrissey1454 2 ай бұрын

Talking to my husband - he remembers the crash at Tintagel - it was a Hawker Hunter from RAF Chivenor , Devon. He thinks the pilot ejected. Good comment and great memory.

@carolinegreenwell9086 2 ай бұрын

I visited pre-bridge and didn't go across to the island. I was put off by the dubious shops and strange atmosphere in the village, so we quickly moved on. To be honest, if I wasn't so badly affected by mobility issues and if I was in the area already, I'd go back for the bridge as I think it's stunning. But then I'm an EH member so price is not so much of an issue.

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

The bridge is a unique and interesting structure in its own right! Sarah ;)

@kimtozer5517 2 ай бұрын

Visited many years ago. It is expensive now, but we are members of CADW which gives access to English Heritage sites for free.

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

Perfect! Sarah :)

@peterwilliamallen1063 2 ай бұрын

There are two organisations in the UK looking after our historical past, one is the National Trust which looks after the old stately Homes arround the UK and English Heritage that preseves the sites of the UK's medieval castles and Ruins, If English Heritge did not look after these historical castle sites they would just disapear like the people that once lived there and the entrance fee covers the cost of maintaining these sites and one way of getting into these English Heritage and National Trust Sites free of charge is to join them as a member, this saves loads of money when on Holiday and these people don't complain about paying extortionate entrance fees to theme parks.

@markwilkie3677 2 ай бұрын

English heritage preserves England's medieval castles and ruins.

@peterwilliamallen1063 2 ай бұрын

@@markwilkie3677 You don't have to tell me that markwilkie3677, I explained that in my comment and I am also a member of both the National Trust and English Heritage, but English Heritage own other sites than ruined medieval Castles such as Dover Castle and Osbourne House on the Isle of Wight plus some prestigiouse houses in London

@dudmanjohn 19 күн бұрын

Regarding entry cost it's making a contribution to the overall English Heritage budget. "In 2013-2014, English Heritage had a total income of £186.55 million, of which £99.85 million came from grant-in-aid, with the remaining £86.7 million from earned sources. This included £17.47 million from property admissions, £14.96 million from catering and retail, £22.91 million from membership and £26.39 million from donations and grants." (Wikipedia). Sites with high attendance demand are able to charge higher entry prices which goes towards EH's total costs. Another big earner is Stonehenge but as a local resident I do not have to pay for entry thanks to the terms of Cecil Chubb's donation of the site to the nation 😉.

@dudmanjohn 19 күн бұрын

@@markwilkie3677English Heritage also manages Stonehenge which is a few thousand years before the medieval period and many post-medieval properties.

@paulf9487 2 ай бұрын

Some people have strange expectations, I know people who have moaned about the fact that the banjo pier in Looe isn't a 'proper' pleasure pier.

@susanwhittaker865 2 ай бұрын

Or a 'proper' Banjo !

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

How strange! 🤔 Sarah :)

@colinbaker3415 2 ай бұрын

Let’s hope they don’t visit Wigan pier!

@lindacourtemanche5550 2 ай бұрын

There are several gaps in the Golden Gate walkway. I agree that it can freak you out. I didn't look down. Focused on Alcatraz.

@sallydingle321 2 ай бұрын

I've been years ago when it was free to walk around. I loved it then but not sure I would now considering the price... I would go to the beach instead and admire from a distance 😜💖😘

@richardpaine5923 2 ай бұрын

Expensive. Deep pockets & a colostomy bag are required for this visit.

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

😂 Sarah :)

@jankitteringham8483 2 ай бұрын

Brilliant Thankyou. 🥰🇬🇧

@peterworby2049 2 ай бұрын

I think some of them are delusional and expected to see some fairytale castle with jousting going on and shields on walls..... people should go online and research where they are visiting as there is plenty out there on Tintagel....it's a ruin,not the set of some Arthurian film

@grahamebacon4372 2 ай бұрын

Went 25 years + ago.. Too much then for a family so didn’t go in.. can’t be any better now.

@johntimbrell 2 ай бұрын

As a National Trust life member, I considered joining English Heritage. It quickly became clear the English Heritage membership or entry fees were not for Mr & Mrs Average . Very occasionally I do feel aggrieved that I cannot enter EH properties especially because they buy properties using public funds.

@user-hf8ds3by5n 2 ай бұрын

I visited a few days before you were there. I did think it was a bit expensive considering what is there. I’ve been to better castle ruins in France that were free. It think they’re playing to the Arthur myth. I did enjoy seeing it but it’s something you only need to do once.

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

We were worried that the enthralment of first time visiting meant we missed the point! Knowing what to expect can dull the experience! Sarah :)

@stevesmith3990 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the video. Did King Arthur ever actually exist anyway?

@barrieking5939 2 ай бұрын

From what you've shown me, You could'nt pay me to go there. Visited the cave a couple of times while working in that area. Thanks for the views.

@deanmc178 2 ай бұрын

when i was there last , the new bridge was not there , its a long walk up the old steps

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

Definitely made me puff! Sarah :)

@lindacourtemanche5550 2 ай бұрын

What are the fees collected used for?

@kernowarty 2 ай бұрын

I didn't realise when I was there last that it is one way. I went back over the new bridge and nobody stopped me.

@pauljones1350 2 ай бұрын

Are they charging so much to cover the expenses of the bridge till paid off perhaps I would like to know how much the bridge cost to make,also no offence to baby Arthur as he was found there and innocent in all this as he does not get a penny,so we must respect Arthur’s legend it’s just a shame none annual members got to pay so much😮similar to looking at a low down surviving Roman fort,is there an atmosphere feeling there at all!anyone done video on the magical cave at low tide of course.bridge is paid off a dozen times over maybe funds left over go into other not so profitable sites under their care !

@Partyanimal1066 28 күн бұрын

I’ve visited the area once,and I live in Cornwall,due to me being a complete scaredy-cat I’ve never managed to get over the bridge. Sad but true.

@davidclinch1358 2 ай бұрын

We agree with your scores, we were very underwhelmed with the whole thing. Who says Arthur actually existed anyway, let alone whether he was associated with the castle, if that's what it was ?

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

After reading the comments and seeing all the 5* reviews we felt out of kilter but I’m glad there is at least 2 people that felt similarly! Sarah :)

@lionelmarytravels6003 2 ай бұрын

Yes, it is expensive, especially if you have a family. we visited 3 years ago and as English Heritage members, cost us nothing. i enjoyed the ruins, but that was what we expected. Main problem is that there are no toilets or refreshments up at the castle. it's a long tiring walk down to the cafe. with a very steep walk back up to the village. Didn’t visit Merlins cave. can you only access that when the tide is out?

@jackryan8371 23 күн бұрын

Hi, I have heard that car parks are a little away from the actual site and that could be a problem for the elderly! We are visiting next week with 2 over 75's. Just wondering what your thoughts were on this. Thanks!!

@Kualabear02 2 ай бұрын

In the internet age are people ever uninformed about a tourist site prior to visiting?….seriously? Everything you need to know, accompanied by photographs, is on the website.

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

A discerning, media savvy tourist will always win! Sarah :)

@tinnedtea Ай бұрын

Love Tintagel. Always stay at Headlands campsite when I visit Cornwall. Never paid to visit the castle and never would. Cornwall has been ruined. Really expensive everywhere. Cheaper to go to Japan than stay in Cornwall now. It's a shame.

@claptnei 2 ай бұрын

I can find nothing on the Cornish Heritage Trust site saying the membership will get you free entry to Tintagel Castle. It is not listed in there 12 sites? Sorry my mistake, I found the statement, when you become a member, you also get free access to all English Heritage sites in Cornwall.

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

I can reassure you it’s Definitely free entry because we went in on the Cornwall Heritage Membership, didn’t pay a penny! Might be worth pinging Cornwall Heritage trust an email for confirmation if you are worried. Sarah :)

@claptnei 2 ай бұрын

@@CornishWalkingTrails thank you for your reply. I have found the information on their site now. 🙂

@Francis-xl2gu 2 ай бұрын

THE WIND THOUGH!!! We was a little underwhelmed

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

When the wind is too strong, the bridge is closed! Sarah :)

@user-tn5sk2ox5n 2 ай бұрын

Totally agree with you Both ,Rather just go to St Materiana's Church, And walk to Trebarwith and back …All the North Coast is stunning ……..Great videos..

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

Oh yes! That walk is stunning especially now with the cliffs tapestried with colourful wild flowers! Sarah :)

@junehitchcock170 Ай бұрын

Didn’t have to pay 50 years ago. Won’t be visiting again. A pile of stones for that price isn’t worth it. Thanks for your video confirming it.

@LoveFalmouth 2 ай бұрын

Is Sunday still happening? I may not be able to do the walk and I don't want to hold you up but would love to meet you for a coffee afterwards?

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

Yes! See you there! Sarah :)

@lisahopper207 Ай бұрын

Is there any public transport available to the castle

@Itsnotsafeandeffective 2 ай бұрын

Overpriced and factor in parking in the village when you get there . Nice on a warm day great views Pasty shop on entry point excellent. local pubs excellent. Also views of Barracks on eastern side.

@stephnewman1357 2 ай бұрын

Lovely views on a clear day. When I went back in the 70's on a family holiday it was a grey and drizzley day. Disapointing as a child as I was expecting a proper castle. 😂 Its great to buy into the myth.

@soniahutchings3943 2 ай бұрын

I have been and agree with you. It’s too expensive .

@overthetopblues 2 ай бұрын

We feel that it’s about the mythology of the place, and nothing else. Also if you had audio devices (like in Bath) you wouldn’t hear because of the wind. We went there after hours, so we didn’t have to pay. We didn’t get to cross the bridge, but we did get all the feels. )

@g.a.vanamstel1520 2 ай бұрын

Can you visit it for more days with one ticket?

@Yourweakminds 4 күн бұрын

That caramel bunny. ❤

@goforitbeyourself.suekirk2165 2 ай бұрын

Used to live opposite this on the cliff but a little steep in charges !

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

Wow! Great spot to live! Sarah ;)

@goforitbeyourself.suekirk2165 2 ай бұрын

Was epic !!!

@peterworby2049 2 ай бұрын

Question,why did you drop the original title music?....we do enjoy your videos though.....spot on....

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

Very easy answer to the title music: Epic Sound bought the copyright and changed its status from ‘free to use’ to paying £9 a month ad infinitum for the privilege. They have forced us to remove it from some of our old videos because we didn’t pay, but have gone quiet for the moment. Unfortunately the channel revenue is not enough to warrant it! So we had to find something else. Tbh, I much preferred the old music! Sarah :)

@Kev_the-Brinklow-Kayaker 2 ай бұрын

Hi both. I've walked past this tourist magnet for years its lovely walking past and your pockets don't get lighter. I have been in the mythical merlins cave that I very much doubt was there when the King Arthur was there 😅 This place is the Lockness monster of Cornwall. No proof but charge you as if there really was history of Arthur. The buildings were probably shepherd huts and small holding for sheep. Wishing well too that lightens your pockets too ❤. Gotta love the balls of them asking for 21 quid and they felt guilty so put a bridge in and added a statue all great but there are other real ruins like the old workings from the real history mines 😅. I'm sure it's lovely and worth it for some in ankle deep ruins not for me. St Agnes walk we do we love it as parking free and mine buildings with chimneys to see and touch. I'm sure I could kayak to the island and climb onto it. It's not a castle....😮😅😮 All the best Kev the brinklow kayaker

@guineapigsue7785 Ай бұрын

I went last year and was disappointed. I knew it was ruins, but I love history, but still the ticket price was too high. I wasn't expecting so many people and dogs also so disorganised. Even though I had paid in advance I still queued for 45 minutes in the heat to get in. I walked around in a queue with what felt like 30,000 people, no space to get away from anyone. So many people had brought a dog and they where barking like crazy, echoing off the cliffs. I never thought I could feel claustrophobic outside.

@garypeacock5919 2 ай бұрын

We visited a couple of years ago while on holiday from Scotland, wasn't impressed at all (we bought tickets online), at least Pendennis and St Mawes have "proper" castles you can explore. I suppose the legend keeps it going, same as Loch Ness.

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

Agreed! Sarah :)

@steponfrog7265 22 күн бұрын

Unless English Heritage put some events on on the island itself, don't bother going more than once. (Cornish resident, English Heritage member)

@Cotswoldsaily 2 ай бұрын

If you park at the old church and walk along the coastline you can get to the castle for free ;)

@CornishWalkingTrails 2 ай бұрын

We parked at the church, and they have put the ticket office up by the new bridge now. Unless you snuck over the walls! 😂 Sarah :)

@ElizabethsaParish 2 ай бұрын

It was $48 per person…however this is the most beautiful place on earth…Lizard Point is equally beautiful for $5 parking…

@MRaquelGarciaValero 2 ай бұрын

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@user-ji7kw7mt6z 2 ай бұрын

Спасибо Саре и Эндрю за замечательный видеоролик. Но, вот, что мне хочется сказать. Я обожаю легенду о короле Артуре. Собственно, это моя самая любимая легенда. Я и Англию то полюбила, можно сказать, узнав эту легенду. Легендарному королю бритов присущи такие качества как благородство, порядочность, честность, верность слову, возвышенное отношение к женщине, деликатность и такт. Он собрал вокруг себя достойнейших и храбрейших воинов, держал в Камелоте пышный двор и свято чтил идеалы рыцарской чести. Эти все черты мне думается присущи всем английским мужчинам. Я знаю и понимаю что замок в Тинтагеле, руины которого вы показали был построен примерно в 1233 году Ричардом, графом Корнуолла (представителем нормандской династии Плантагенетов, это значительно позже, чем время, когда жил король Артур. Но, так хочется верить, что всё-таки это то место, где жила мать короля Артура леди Игрэйн, и отсюда Мерлин тайком увез младенца Артура.

@user-dt6tc1qr9d Ай бұрын

We came in 2001. The walls were much higher with windows and doorways then .

@treegoblin5479 2 ай бұрын

I got a English heritage card online from the New Zealand site , it's much cheaper. You just need to be able to do the accent

@Kim-J312 2 ай бұрын

Like visting Vlad Tepes ( Vlad the impaler)aka ( Dracula 🧛‍♀️ 🦇 castle) who didnt really exist 🙄 Just be blessed you have such interesting places in your country ! Ponder its existence later, on your free time

@robertnightingale4101 2 ай бұрын

I had to laugh when l heard an American call Tintagel, "Tint a gel"

@treegoblin5479 2 ай бұрын

Arturo = Arthur, Arturo is the big dipper the bear , it points to the north star , very important in ancient times, many ancient monuments point to the bear

@davidbrown5637 Ай бұрын

Since covid Cornwall as a whole seems to be trying to recover every penny lost through lock down. It seems hell bent on discouraging tourism by hyping up entry fees, parking fees and the cost of commodities. Since leaving Cornwall in 2016 to be nearer grandchildren we have felt compelled to return on holidays because we love the County and the people.this year our camping fees have risen hy 50% and last year saw many free parking after 6pm locations disappear. Now charged on 24 hour basis. Be careful Cornwall, tourism is needed don't kill it off by greed. We lived there for a number of years. Not a second home!!