This is the tenth in a series of short reflections on places in Cornwall.
There will be few words, and mainly images.
Tintagel may be found just along the coast north east of Port Isaac. A rocky headland became an island – and between the 5th and 7th century AD it was an important stronghold, and probably a residence of rulers of Cornwall. It looked like the perfect place for King Arthur ‘s court of Camelot. And so Richard Earl of Cornwall built a castle here in the 1230s.
Now you may reach the island by a dramatic, elegant new bridge constructed by English Heritage, who own the site.
Spectacular coastal views, the chance to visit Merlin’s cave down on the beach, and simply the glorious experience of being in such a sublime location, will uplift and transport you to another world.
SC Skillman
psychological, paranormal and mystery fiction and non-fiction.
My next book ‘Paranormal Warwickshire’ will be published on 15th June 2020 by Amberley Publishing.
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