Medieval Tintagel Reconstructed
The remains visible at Tintagel today belong to a 13th-century castle built for the hugely rich and ambitious Richard, Earl of Cornwall, brother of King Henry III. Although his castle soon fell into disrepair, its links with Arthurian legend ensured that it remained a source of interest.
The reconstruction drawing below shows how Earl Richard’s castle may have looked in about 1240. Use the image windows to find out more about each feature.
Find out more about the castle
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Early Medieval Tintagel Reconstructed
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Tintagel: History and Legend
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Tintagel Castle Collection
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Visit Tintagel Castle
Built half on the mainland and half on a jagged headland, Tintagel Castle is one of the most spectacular historic sites in Britain.
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Buy Tintagel tickets
Book online to get the best price and prepare for a great-value day out at one of Cornwall’s must-see attractions.
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Buy the guidebook
Beautifully illustrated with plans, maps and historical images, the guidebook includes a tour and a history of the site and the people associated with it.