Crackington Haven has been featured
in this column several times - it offers some of the most dramatic
walking along Cornwall's north coast. Now a local farm is offering
wildlife, habitat and wild flower walks in the area.
Every Thursday afternoon (2.0 until 5.0) walkers can explore fascinating
and beautiful Chyrond Farm by following a number of specially laid
out trails through the woods, valleys and fields. Admission £2
per person - phone 01840 230617 for details.
A New Tintagel circular walk
The £3 million
regeneration project of Tintagel village and castle, completed last
year, tied together the community's ancient roots and the innovative
design which re-created the area in an attempt to enhance its natural
beauty. As part of the project a three-mile circular walk was developed
to take in the most awe-inspiring places and spectacular scenery
in the area.
The trail takes visitors from Trevena Square, in the heart of
the village, up to the majestic cliff tops and the legendary castle,
then back to the village, taking in some of the most captivating
and beautiful scenery along the way - taking in St Materiana's church,
Tintagel Island, Merlin's Cave and Barras Nose.
The highlight of the walk is of course the impressive island and
castle of Tintagel. The place was thought to be a fortress for ancient
Cornish Kings. It has long been connected with the Legend of King
Arthur and is often referred to as 'King Arthur's Castle'. Aside
from its Arthurian connection, Tintagel Castle holds many other
secrets and surprises with discoveries of pottery from the 5th and
6th Century's, beautiful glass pieces from 6th and 7th century and
even a 1,500 year old piece of slate with two Latin inscriptions,
one inscription translating as 'Artougnou, father of a descendant
of Coll'. No one really knows who this person was - the entire island
remains shrouded in mystery.
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