Tintagel Castle Reviews Summary

Scenic Beauty and Views

Pros:

• "Stunning views"
• "The views are insane it truly is breathtaking."
• "The dramatic coastal views are awe-inspiring."
• "Spectacular views and good amount of information going around, and well maintained paths."
• "On a sunny day, the coastal scenery is worth a visit, even without the history."
• "The views of the place is simply awestruck!!"
• "Incredible piece of history here. Easy to park with a short walk downhill."
• "Breathtaking views, made better by the sunshine and blue skies of the day."

Cons:

• "I arrived here on a very windy day to find that the castle was closed due to safety."
• "It was a period of heatwave in uk. Baring that it was beautiful."
• "It's a bit of a trek up and down the hill so if your a little bit short on energy make sure you prepare before you go."
• "We were not lucky with the weather but even was really beautiful, and we enjoy a lot."
• "The reason for not going in was the £18 door prices per person, Sorry, but no."
• "The weather although overcast didn’t interfere with anything so I’d recommend coming in the off season."
• "If you have the opportunity to visit out of season as we do - give it a go."
• "Can't really comment on the place itself as it was closed the day we went due to the bad weather."

History and Mythology

Pros:

• "Great ruins, very interesting and from different eras. 5+6th century and 1200s"
• "The richness of history can be felt from the offset."
• "An absolute incredible place to visit! Worth every penny!"
• "Tintagel Castle is a magical journey into history and myth."
• "This is one of those places you just have to visit and if you can do it in the summer as the views are just phenomenal."
• "Incredible piece of history here."
• "Tintagel Castle is kinda ruins of an old castle from 11th century. It offers breathtaking views."
• "Visited Tintagel Castle and was captivated by its stunning cliffside location and rich historical significance."

Cons:

• "History and legend a little mixed..but fun."
• "It was OK for a day out but enormously overpriced for what is there."
• "English Heritage has turned this unique and historic attraction into an overpriced tourist trap."
• "Very "Touristy" but somewhere everyone should visit at least once."
• "Interesting ruins. Open to the coastal elements and a lot of steps and step hills to walk."
• "Although I have visited Tintagel before, it did not disappoint second time round."
• "Although it is fairly expensive at 18.50 per adult, we decided to sign in to English heritage."
• "The price seemed a bit steep but I can say that it’s totally worth it."

Accessibility and Facilities

Pros:

• "Good enough information on the history of the ruins and the such."
• "Cafe and shop very good pleasant staff lovely pasty and cream tea."
• "There's a cafe, toilets with baby changing unit and gift shop."
• "Beautiful place to visit! Get there early as its very popular!"
• "The new upper bridge makes a significant part of the castle accessible - even to wheelchair users."
• "Land Rovers shuttle visitors up and down the steep slope at the entrance for 1.50 pp each way."
• "The footbridge is now complete and having experienced it with and without it's well worth a visit again."
• "You can pay to get a ride back up to the city street for 2.50 pounds."

Cons:

• "Watch the kids as many sheer drops."
• "The steps down to the beach are broken at the bottom so you do have to scramble down a few rocks to get there."
• "It's quite pricey to enter but I thought it was well worth the fee."
• "The castle was closed because of the high winds but still a great walk onto the headland."
• "£18 to cross the bridge and get in? There is not much to see on the castle headland."
• "If you are going with trolleys or have reduced mobility be wary, it is not easy access."
• "It’s a lot of walking and isn’t accessible at all. Lots of steps too."
• "Lovely views but a total rip off £18 entry with little to show for it."