Castles, Canals and Witches in Cornwall England

5.0 (4 reviews) Cornwall, England
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Duration4h - 16h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Leave the car behind and come explore some of the most beautiful scenery in the UK with Chris in his vintage taxi.
It's not just pretty; it's an incredibly old landscape, and its history goes back beyond the dawn of civilization.
We don't just concentrate on ancient history; we discover what part of North Cornwall plays in today's modern world and in the security of the nation.
We visit forgotten castles; you'll hear of legends and stories. You'll marvel at awe-inspiring scenery, and you'll learn to dowse.
This tour is not suitable for guests arriving by cruise ship into Falmouth. Please search for my West Cornwall Tour, "Soldiers, miners and fairies".

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Use of Dowsing rods.
  • Pictures used in talks and explanations can be emailed to you.
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Entry fees to Tintagel Castle (From £14.80. See the English Heritage website).)
  • Entry fee to The Cornwall At War Museum (£7).
  • Davidstow Airfield & Cornwall At War Museum
  • Tintagel Castle

What to expect

  1. Hawker's Hut
    40m
    A gentle stroll of about a mile brings us to the smallest property owned by The National Trust. Built entirely of driftwood by The Rev R.S.Hawker, he spent many hours here inspired in his writings by the magnificent coastline.
  2. Bude
    1h
    We come into Bude and look at a medieval pack horse bridge, the Bude canal, the harbour and a rare sea lock. We look at the site of Bude railway station.
  3. Widemouth Bay
    5m
    We pause to look at the fabulous coastline and a bronze age burial mound before continuing along the coast to look at the spectacular chevron folds, an amazing geological feature of folded layers of sedimentary rock.
  4. Boscastle Harbour
    2h
    We walk around the historic harbour talk of the industry which built Boscastle. You'll learn of the flood of Boscastle in 2004. We walk up to The Lookout which is on the site of a bronze age castle. Before we leave Boscastle we visit the castle which gives Boscastle it's name.
  5. Minster Church
    30m
    This is perhaps the prettiest church in the universe. You'll learn of the life of a witch, her death and what happened after!
  6. Tintagel
    2h
    We spend as long as you like in Tintagel.
    There are historic buildings to look at as well as shops to browse in.
  7. Tintagel Castle
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Thought to be the home of the legendary King Arthur it was certainly the home of the royalty of Dumnonia.
    Entry is not included in the tour but you are welcome to visit.
  8. Davidstow Airfield & Cornwall At War Museum
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    An absolutely fascinating place to visit, this airfield saw action in WW2 and was used as a formula one racing circuit post war.
    The Cornwall at War Museum is also well worth a visit.
    The airfield is free to visit, but entry to the museum is not included.
  9. Roughtor
    30m
    In the shadow of Roughtor you'll learn of the tragic end of Charlotte Dymond, view a bronze age field system and round houses. A walk up Roughtor itself is possible.
  10. Stannon Moor prehistoric relics circular walk
    30m
    We visit Stannon stone circle. Standing alone on the desolate moor for centuries, its purpose long forgotten. But you'll learn to dowse here, and questions can be asked of the dowsing rods. What will you discover?

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will collect you from your home or holiday accommodation from anywhere within around ten miles of the North Cornish Coast from Morwenstow to Tintagel. (Roughly an area encompassing Wadebridge, Holsworthy and Hartland.)
We can meet you at a car park or bus stop if you are travelling to meet us from outside this area.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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