Tintagel Castle loop to Barras Nose & Penhallic Point — Cornwall

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Tintagel Castle loop to Barras Nose & Penhallic Point — Cornwall

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Tintagel Castle loop to Barras Nose & Penhallic Point — Cornwall

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6.62km

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The Tintagel Castle loop offers an easy hiking experience along Cornwall's rugged coastline. You'll walk on varied terrain, including well-maintained coastal paths and some uneven cliff sections, with dramatic views of the dark Devonian cliffs plunging into the Atlantic. This 4.1-mile (6.6 km) loop, with an elevation gain of 393…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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1.58 km

View of Barras Nose

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A wonderful walk along the coast with great views!

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1.90 km

Barras Nose

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From Barras Nose you can look south west towards Tintagel Castle or north east towards The Sisters. Either way the views are breathtaking.

The headland was the first coastal area …

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2.40 km

View of the Tintagel Castle Bridge and Merlin's Cave

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From the footpath you can peer up to the bridge linking The Island with the mainland and gaze down upon Merlin's Cave. There is a carving of Merlin's face on …

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2.81 km

View of Tintagel Castle

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The South West Coast Path affords a wonderful view of Tintagel Castle, on Tintagel Island.

Tintagel Castle is a place of myths and legends. Supposedly where King Arthur was conceived, …

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3.46 km

Glebe Cliff

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Beautiful coastal path with always great photo opportunities.
Well worth seeing 👍

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4.17 km

View of Hole Beach from Lower Penhallic Point

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Stunning views out over Hole Beach from the headland at Lower Penhallic Point.

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6.50 km

Tintagel Old Post Office

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English stone house from the 14th century. The roof of the house is crooked and crooked. Denau that makes the charm. House and garden are top-maintained by the National Trust. Against entry the house can be visited.

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