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June 19, 2019
Stage 12: Crackington Haven to Tintagel – South West Coast Path
Hard
05:24
18.6km
3.4km/h
490m
460m
Overview
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Waypoints
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4.02 km
High Cliff
Highlight • Viewpoint
Standing at 735 feet (223 m) tall, High Cliff, as its name suggests, is Cornwall's highest cliff. After a steep push to the summit, you're rewarded with awe-inspiring views over the Cornish coastline and far out to sea. Look out for herds of Soay sheep or goats, which graze the inhabitable cliffs with surprising ease.
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10.9 km
Boscastle Harbour
Highlight • Settlement
A century ago, Boscastle was a bustling harbour community with hundreds of commercial ships passing through every year. These days, it’s difficult to imagine the tranquil little village being a hive of industry. It has a serene and laid-back atmosphere, making it a real gem along the Cornish coast.
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3
15.9 km
Bossiney Cove
Highlight • Beach
Bossiney Cove is a beautiful hidden gem that can only be reached at low tide. The cove has a small sandy beach which is completely disappears at high water. Access to the beach is via a footpath over farmland and then by steep steps. Unfortunately, the route is not suitable for wheelchairs, pushchairs or people with mobility issues.
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4
18.0 km
Tintagel Castle and Merlin's Cave
Highlight • Castle
The medieval fortification has been linked to Arthurian legends since Geoffrey of Monmouth mentioned it as the place of Arthur's conception. Best viewed on sunny days it offers breathtaking views onto the craggy coast. The climbs are steep, so bring a bit of stamina.
For opening times of the café, exhibitions, further details and admission fees see here: english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/tintagel-castle
For opening times of the café, exhibitions, further details and admission fees see here: english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/tintagel-castle
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5
18.3 km
Merlin's Cave and Merlin's Face Carving
Highlight • Cave
Located beneath Tintagel Castle, the cave can be explored at low tides, and was made famous by Alfred Lord Tennyson's Arthurian "Idylls of the King". Part of the castle tour, visiting it requires paying a fee, but the climb down the rocks is well worth it. Best to explore at low tides and with a torch.
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18.6 km
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Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
16.3 km
2.18 km
146 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
10.5 km
5.97 km
2.09 km
< 100 m
< 100 m
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