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Tintagel — Castle, Rocky Valley & St Nectan’s Glen Loop

ModerateCan split into sections.
Distance11 km
GradeModerate
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About this walk

A dramatic coastal loop blending legend

The Experience

waterfalls and rugged scenery.

Elevation Profile

Illustrative profile
176m189m202m216m0km2.2km4.4km6.6km8.8km11km
11 km route·Moderate

Landscape & History

A full experience of Tintagel’s coastline and hidden valleys.

Safety & Conditions

Weather

Busy areas near castle.

Navigation

Best early or late. Waymarked sections.

Footwear

Walking shoes or boots are recommended due to stony and uneven sections.

Variations

A longer but memorable circular route.

Access & Parking

Link castle area with Rocky Valley and St Nectan’s Glen.

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Wildlife you might see

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Common sightings along this route — based on habitat and recent reports

Porbeagle SharkPeak season

Porbeagle Shark

marine-life

Curlew

Curlew

bird

BadgerSeason approaching

Badger

mammal

Birch PolyporePeak season

Birch Polypore

fungi

Sphagnum Moss

Sphagnum Moss

plant

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History along the route

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