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	CastleXplorer - Tintagel Castle
		Tintagel Castle is set on a dramatic and picturesque headland that is virtually an island, connected to the mainland by a slim finger of land.
		Over the centuries much of the castle has fallen into the sea and very little remains today, but it is worth the steep climb up the steps to either part of the castle for the setting alone.
		Later Earls of Cornwall made little use of the castle, leaving it in the care of a constable, and by the late 15th century the castle was already in ruins.
	www.castlexplorer.co.uk /england/tintagel/tintagel_info.php (405 words)

	Tintagel ~ Cornwall
		The castle of Tintagel lies on a finger of land projecting into the sea from the flat plateau of North Cornwall.
		Part of the castle is on the mainland; the other part of the castle is reached by walking over a narrow neck of land between two inlets of the sea.
		In medieval times, the only way to the castle was along this narrow approach passage flanked by the crag on the left and a high wall on the right.
	www.grisel.net /tintagel.htm (1727 words)

	Castle tours in England
		Tintagel Castle, on the rocky coast of westernmost Cornwall in England is not necessarily the oldest castle in England, but because of its association with the old Arthurian Legend and the ravages by the sea it has experienced, it only seems so.
		The only negative to the castle might be the swarms of well-behaved, unformed British school children traversing it during daylight hours, although they are as interesting to observe at times as their historic landmarks.
		Like most of England’s castles, it was built as part of the Norman’s amazing conquest of England in the 11th century, as the Normans progressed from the southeastern shores to western and northern England.
	ks.essortment.com /castletourengl_rhgx.htm (1445 words)

	TourUK guide to Tintagel Castle in Cornwall
		In 1139 Geoffrey de Monmouth published his 'History of Britain' and claimed that Tintagel was the birthplace of King Arthur.
		In the 14th century, with other Cornish castles, it was passed into the ownership of the Black Prince.
		The narrow causeway that connected the castle to the mainland in Geoffrey of Monmouth's time has been washed away and access to the castle is now by two steep stairways.
	www.touruk.co.uk /castles/castle_Tintagel.htm (226 words)

	Web Tintagel at Local.co.uk (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Perhaps it is the steep dramatic cliffs which rise almost 100m from the sea that have imbued Tintagel with such a sense of power and mystery.
		Search for Tintagel Castle Cornwall With its spectacular location on one of England's most dramatic coastlines, Tintagel is an awe-inspiring and romantic spot.
		Tintagel Island Tintagel Island Romano-British and early medieval settlement site once thought to be monastic in origin with later medieval castle and chapel.
	www.local.co.uk /Tintagel/Web (399 words)

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		The Castle's spectacular setting was captured in Turner's 19th century paintings and, much later, in 1979 it provided the scene for a film version of Dracula.
		The Castle is still held by the Crown, the Duchess of Cornwall, but in 1929 it's upkeep was transferred to government agencies and it is now managed by the English Heritage.
		In 1997, Tintagel Castle was the 18th most visited attraction with admission charge in the West Country, receiving 185,000 visitors (North Cornwall District Council, 1998).
	www.arasite.org /mpenappxs.html (1537 words)

	Tintagel Castle (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		The name of Tintagel is now firmly embedded in the English consciousness as the home of King Arthur, but the actual remains of the buildings perched on this headland in north Cornwall are more complicated than that.
		The earliest remains of the castle seem to date from around 1145, when Reginald, Earl of Cornwall and bastard son of Henry I constructed England's earliest linear castle (Lower, middle and upper wards in a row).
		Probably because of its remoteness, the castle was deserted and in ruins as early as 1483.
	www.heritage.me.uk /castles/tintagel.htm (618 words)

	Sites of the King Arthur Myths (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Tintagel is located on a rocky Peninsula on the northwest coast of Cornwall.
		Tintagel is said to be the birthplace of King Arthur.
		The ruins of the castle visible today are from a later castle built in the 1230s by Prince Richard, Earl of Cornwall.
	www.sfu.ca /archaeology/museum/kingarth/2tinta.html (303 words)

	Tintagel, Cornwall - Atlantic Highway
		If the commercial life of Tintagel is not to everybody's taste, then, surely, The Island and the nearby clifftop walks will be, for they offer some of the finest coastal scenery to be found in England.
		The cliffs surrounding Tintagel are some 300ft in height, which provides for dramatic coastal scenery and sounds, as they are continually pounded by the might of the Atlantic Ocean.
		The commercial activity surrounding Tintagel and the Arthurian legends began in earnest with the opening of the nearby station in Camelford in 1893.
	www.atlantic-highway.co.uk /Villages/Tintagel (897 words)

	Tintagel-King Arthur Country
		TH Tintagel is situated on the North coast of Cornwall and is renowned for its association with the legend of King Arthur
		Originally the Castle was attached to the main land but by erosion over the years a bridge had to be built.
		For the visitor to Tintagel there are many attractions to see in the village apart from the cliffs area.
	www.tintagelweb.co.uk (304 words)

	Town/Village information --- Tintagel --- Cornwall (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Tintagel castle was the home of King Arthur and his Knights.
		The castle was built by the first Duke of Cornwall, the son of Henry I, later to be extended in both the 14th and 15th centuries when the Black Prince resided there.
		Tintagel's most interesting buildings include the ancient 14th century manor house, which was the local Post Office in the late 1800's.
	www.cornish-links.co.uk /tintagel.htm (182 words)

	Tintagel Castle -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Tintagel Castle is located in (A hilly county in southwestern England) Cornwall, (A monarchy in northwestern Europe occupying most of the British Isles; divided into England and Scotland and Wales and Northern Ireland) UK near to (Click link for more info and facts about Tintagel) Tintagel.
		It was built by Reginald, (Click link for more info and facts about Earl of Cornwall) Earl of Cornwall on Tintagel Head, where according to Cornish legends the ancient Kings of Cornwall held their court.
		A Dark Ages Celtic fortress did exist there, however, and in 1998 a so-called " (Click link for more info and facts about Arthur stone) Arthur stone" was discovered there that could provide some basis for the legend.
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/t/ti/tintagel_castle.htm (215 words)

	A Place of Legends - The World & I Online Magazine
		Rumored to be the birthplace of a factual king arthur, the windswept ruins of tintagel castle on england's cornwall coast mystify and intrigue historians and true believers in the arthurian legend.
		Above the cave, the ruins of Tintagel castle have withstood the Atlantic's wrath since the twelfth century.
		Responsibility for the castle was transferred from the duchy of Cornwall to the government's Office of Works in 1929.
	www.worldandi.com /public/2001/november/tintagel.html (2874 words)

	BBC - Devon Great Outdoors - Walks - Arthur's Way, between two camelots
		Tintagel is perhaps the most familiar of all the sites associated with Arthur and has long held claim to be the site of Camelot.
		Clinging to the rugged Cornish coastline Tintagel is inexorably linked to Cadbury through the heroic legends of King Arthur and his fabled castle of Camelot.
		A signpost pointing in the direction of Tintagel suggests the ancient Cornish castle is 108 miles away as the crow flies.
	www.bbc.co.uk /devon/outdoors/walks/arthurs_way.shtml (861 words)

	Pictures of Castles, Cornwall, England. Where to see them
		Castle Dore Castle Dore, a prehistoric earthwork, between the 1st centuries BC and the 5th Century AD, 225 feet in diameter, a few miles out of Fowey, towards St Austell, off the beaten track, and best located using a good largescale map.
		Launceston Castle Launceston Castle A delightful unspoilt former market town in the far east of the County, dominated by its Norman Castle, atop a grassy motte and with a bailey to the south.
		A castle was first mentioned in the Doomsday book, but the stone remains visible today were largely constructed by Richard Earl of Cornwall in the 13th century, replacing an earlier wooden fortification..
	www.cornishlight.co.uk /castles.htm (915 words)

	Tintagel Castle
		The 13th century castle is a romantic ruin constructed on a windswept point of rock, with waves crashing all around.
		The castle is surrounded by Roman and Dark Ages remains, but more thoroughly surrounded by legends of King Arthur, who is said to have been born here.
		It seems that the castle was not in use for long, and the hall was roofless by the mid 14th century, and the site was left to crumble.
	www.britainexpress.com /counties/cornwall/castles/tintagel.htm (532 words)

	Tintagel Castle "King Arthur Arthurian" Bodmin Cornwall England English
		Tintagel Castle is a spectacular 12th century stone enclosure fortress, founded by Reginald, Earl of Cornwall.
		When owned by the Black Prince, the castle was in use as a prison, before being abandoned by 1478.
		Tintagel Castle is located west of the village centre, at the top of Castle Road, where there is a steep climb of steps.
	www.castleuk.net /castle_lists_south/200/tintagelcastle.htm (189 words)

	Tintagel Tourist Information on AboutBritain.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Tintagel, is the legendary birthplace of King Arthur.
		Tintagel Castle - Set on a wild and windswept Atlantic headland, Tintagel Castle had been a Celtic stronghold before becoming home to Earl of Cornwall.
		With its spectacular location on Cornwall's most dramatic Atlantic coastline, Tintagel is a place of myths and magic, where the legend of King Arthur was born.
	www.aboutbritain.com /towns/Tintagel.asp (476 words)

	BBC - Cornwall - Attractions story History and mystery at Tintagel
		The castle is found in the spectacular setting of the dramatic north Cornwall coast.
		Even before Richard, Earl of Cornwall, built his castle, Tintagel had come to be associated with the conception of King Arthur.
		In the bleak mid-winter, Tintagel is a place that inspires the imagination of writers and poets.
	www.bbc.co.uk /cornwall/attractions/stories/tintagelcastle/images/tintagelcastle.shtml (726 words)

	Tintagel ,North Cornwall- with its King Arthur Legend Castle with beautiful photographs
		Tintagel is far more commercialised than its quieter neighbour Boscastle, with attractions such as King Arthur's Halls- the stained glass windows are particularly impressive.
		Don’t miss the opportunity to walk along the Cornwall Coast Path from Tintagel Castle, west along Glebe Cliff to St Matriana's, a norman church in a stunning setting high on the cliff top.
		Between Boscastle and Tintagel, a short walk inland from the Coast Path is St Nectans Glen with its waterfall.
	www.cornishlight.co.uk /tintagel.htm (509 words)

	Tintagel - Cliffs, Castle and King Arthur
		It was decided by the Victorians to rename the village as Tintagel to promote tourism and the link to King Arthur and Camelot and to make the most of the improved transport links.
		The present remains of the Castle on the 'Island' are thought to date from Norman times (about 1080AD) although it is likely such a prominent headland would have been used throughout history.
		Tintagel now survives on its suggested links with King Arthur and is a very popular tourist area in the summer months.
	www.shimbo.co.uk /leisure/tintagel.htm (389 words)

	Tintagel Castle
		Tintagel Castle lies on either side of the isthmus linking Tintagel Island to the mainland.
		Built by Richard, Earl of Cornwall between 1227 and 1233 with the Inner Ward on the Island, and the Upper and Lower wards on the mainland, with a bailey on either side of the isthmus.
		By the late 15th century the castle was noted as being strong but ruinous.
	pastscape.english-heritage.org.uk /hob.asp?hob_no=431862 (326 words)

	Medieval Tintagel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		The archeologists contended that the structures found in the 1930's were in fact later, probably of a medieval date.
		Richard, Earl of Cornwall, younger brother of Henry III, obtained Tintagel in 1233.
		The north coast of Cornwall from Bude to Tintagel Dearman, W.
	vrcoll.fa.pitt.edu /medart/image/England/Tintagel/main-tintagel.html (505 words)

	Tintagel Castle - English Heritage, an Attraction in Tintagel, Cornwall. Search for Cornwall Attractions.
		This is further evidence that Tintagel was a royal palace for the Dark Age rulers of Cornwall and has fuelled tantalising speculation about the castle's Arthurian past.
		As many mysteries remain about Tintagel as facts are known, today fact and fiction are inextricably entwined and Tintagel remains one of the most awe inspiring and romantic spots in Britain.
		Tintagel Castle - English Heritage is in Tintagel, Cornwall
	www.information-britain.co.uk /showPlace.php?Place_ID=2158 (316 words)

	Tintagel (King Arthur's) Castle
		Many years ago the original Castle was split in two by the force of the sea and you now have to traverse some steep steps to arrive at the Castle gateway.
		The Castle, which is in ruins, was the fortress used by King Arthur in those long gone days and the Duchy of Cornwall are now owners of the property.
		In this rare photograph she is pictured at the door of her house which was situated half way down to the Castle beach.
	www.tintagelweb.co.uk /TintagelCastle.htm (523 words)

	The Tintagel Directory - Find Products and Services in Tintagel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Tintagel, home to Tintagel Castle sits high above the seas, a most evocative place to visit and soak up the atmosphere generated by the dramatic views and wonderful legends.
		Tintagel is famous for its connection with the Arthurian legends, King Arthur was said to be born on Tintagel Island where the remains of the 13th-century castle stand today.
		Below the castle on the Castle Beach is Merlin’s cave, which is accessible at low tide.
	www.tintagel-directory.co.uk (269 words)

	Views of Cornwall England Tintagel Castle Cornish British Britain England English Cornwall
		Romantic stories linking Tintagel Castle to the Round Table, knights and chivalry are exciting and magical but little is based on historical fact.
		The wondrous setting of Tintagel Castle inspires the imagination and the headland upon which the castle stands is proudly majestic with the turbulent Atlantic Ocean beating against its three sides.
		Today Tintagel Castle is little more than a shell although almost ninety feet of the great hall structure remain to show how magnificent the original buildings must have been.
	www.viewsofcornwall.com /static/castles_tintagel.php (351 words)

	CATA (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
		Tintagel is a marvellous family experience of mystery, myth and magic – a place where kings rule and a legend lived.
		Be inspired by 2,000 years of history in the glorious setting of one of England’s most stunning coastlines.
		This led to speculation that Tintagel was a royal site for the early medieval rulers of Cornwall and has fuelled tantalising speculation about the castle’s mythical Arthurian past.
	www.cata.co.uk /tintagel.aspx (336 words)

	Tintagel Castle : Properties : Properties & Events : English Heritage
		After a period as a Roman settlement and military outpost, Tintagel is thought to have been a trading settlement of Celtic kings during the 5th and 6th centuries.
		The remains of the 13th-century castle are breathtaking.
		As there is no on-site parking, pelase use the charged parking in Tintagel village, 600 metres away with room for up to 9 coaches.
	www.english-heritage.org.uk /filestore/visitsevents/asp/visits/Details.asp?Property_Id=320 (611 words)

	King Arthur: The Geography--Tintagel and Cornwall
		Insulted that the new king was paying so much attention to her, he stormed out of the gathering and retired to his castle, ignoring subsequent summons to address his king.
		Gorlois ensonced his wife in Tintagel Castle, which could be defended by a mere handful of men, and banded himself up behind the walls of Dimilioc Castle.
		Whatever he did, it looked to the Tintagel guards like their leader Gorlois was returning that night.
	www.geocities.com /CapitolHill/4186/Arthur/htmlpages/geography3.html (556 words)

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