Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Why Tintagel Makes a Great Base for a Cornwall Holiday


Cornwall is famed as a great location for family breaks, thanks to its beaches, countryside and wide range of attractions. Tintagel is a perfect base to explore this from, as the village on the Atlantic coast is within easy travelling distance of a selection of fascinating destinations.
Opt to stay in a holiday cottage in Tintagel and you will discover there is lots to do just a short walk away. The highlight of a getaway here is a tour of the remains of the castle; legend has it that King Arthur was born in the fortress and that Merlin lived in a cave underneath it.
There are other sites in the village related to the mythical monarch, including King Arthur's Hall. You will also want to see the National Trust-owned Old Post Office, a beautifully-restored medieval yeoman's farmhouse that was briefly a postal centre in Victorian times.
If you take a car with you to Cornwall, you will find a host of other attractions just a short drive from Tintagel. Crealy Great Adventure Park near Wadebridge is a fun day out for families with children, as it has a petting zoo, indoor and outdoor adventure playgrounds and terrifying rides, such as The Beast and Morgawr.
A day trip to Boscastle is another good choice, as it is one of the prettiest villages in the county and there is lots to discover outdoors. The National Trust owns most of the land here and has placed paths across it, so it is easy to explore the area.
Take a stroll up to Penally Point cliffs to enjoy the views and follow the trail through Forrabury Stitches, a rare example of a well preserved celtic strip field system. If the weather is not good during your time in Boscastle, you could visit the Museum of Witchcraft to see its collection of magic-themed artefacts.
Every holiday should include a treat and in Cornwall that means a trip to Padstow. The town has some beautiful beaches ideal for long walks and is also where you will find Prideaux Place, a magnificent Elizabethan manor house and gardens.
After seeing them, reward yourself with a meal at one of the eateries owned by television chef Rick Stein. He has four in Padstow, including one of the UK's best fish and chip shops, a stylish bistro and the upmarket The Seafood Restaurant, where his team transform the local catch into sumptuous gourmet dishes.

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