Tintagel Haven, Cornwall

Tintagel Haven

An enchanting sand and shingle beach hidden below the cliffs off Tintagel, home to the renowned Merlin’s Cave.

Discover the 300ft tunnel passing below the island and castle at low tide, and admire the stunning waterfall to the north of the beach.


Image Credits: Glen BowmanCC BY 2.0; Reading TomCC BY 2.0; William WhyteCC BY-SA 2.0

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Location

Address: Atlantic Rd
Tintagel
PL34 0DS

Useful Information

Dog Friendly

  • Sand and shingle beach accessed down cliff path
  • Beach disappears at high tide
  • Merlin’s Cave can be accessed at low tide only
  • No lifeguard cover
  • Dogs welcome year-round
Disclaimer

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Parking
  • Parking in Tintagel
Dangers
  • Access down a cliff path, take care
  • Beach is not accessible at high tide

Weather & Tide

Tintagel WEATHER

Local Tide Times

21 May 2025

Time Type Height
06:21 low 2.31m
12:49 high 5.4m
18:53 low 2.46m

22 May 2025

Time Type Height
01:22 high 5.78m
07:37 low 2.06m
14:04 high 5.65m
20:06 low 2.14m

23 May 2025

Time Type Height
02:37 high 6.1m
08:41 low 1.69m
15:15 high 6.05m
21:07 low 1.72m

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