<\/span><\/h2>\nIf you’re on a tight budget, it is possible to see the ruins of Tintagel Castle without paying from the mainland. What is this? The land around the castle is free to walk on and so you can easily catch some great views from down at Merlin’s Cave (which is FREE).<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>Is Tintagel worth visiting?<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
Although the admission fee to Tintagel Castle is a bit steep, I still enjoyed exploring the ruins of the castle. The landscape itself is well-worth a visit, and the mixture of rich history and legends that surround this area definitely made our visit a unique one.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>Is Tintagel beach dog friendly?<\/span><\/h2>\nThe cave gives access to another small, rocky beach on the other side of the headland known as Westside Cove. This beach is not safe for swimming due to strong currents. Both beaches are dog friendly with dogs allowed all year round. There is safety equipment at Tintagel Haven.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>Can you walk around Tintagel Castle?<\/span><\/h2>\nIf you’re on a tight budget, it is possible to see the ruins of Tintagel Castle without paying from the mainland. What is this? The land around the castle is free to walk on and so you can easily catch some great views from down at Merlin’s Cave (which is FREE).<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>Is there a sandy beach at Tintagel?<\/span><\/h2>\nVisitors to Tintagel can walk down to the secluded beach below the castle, known as Tintagel Haven. When the tide is out, you can enjoy a picnic on the sand, explore the rock pools and stroll along the shore. It’s the perfect spot for a quick paddle, or to admire the waterfall falling from the cliffs above.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>Can you cross the bridge at Tintagel?<\/span><\/h2>\nAbout the new bridge Tintagel Castle welcomes almost 250,000 visitors each year and the new footbridge will help to reduce congestion especially at peak periods. It also provides a step-free route onto the island, helping more people to enjoy a visit to the castle.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>Why is there a gap in Tintagel bridge?<\/span><\/h2>\nThe gap represents the transition from the mainland to the island, present to past. The bridge is paved with Cornish Delabole slate, with stainless steel balustrades fitted along its length. The balustrades have been designed to be so fine that, when viewed from a distance, they disappear against the sky.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>How high is the bridge at Tintagel?<\/span><\/h2>\nTintagel Castle Bridge tapers from a height of 4.5 metres at the rock face to 170cm at the centre<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>Can you visit Tintagel Castle for free?<\/span><\/h2>\nCan you visit Tintagel Castle for free? No, BUT you can SEE Tintagel Castle for free on the mainland before you cross over to Tintagel Island and from around Merlin’s Cave.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>Can you cross Tintagel bridge without paying?<\/span><\/h2>\nThe Tintagel bridge is only open when the Tintagel castle is open and is free to cross, as it is part of your entry ticket.<\/b><\/p>\n