Castles, Celts and Kings

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1 For general enquiries or more information on any of our sites, visit or ring our customer services department on CHYSAUSTER ANCIENT VILLAGE B3311 Redruth A394 Newquay A390 A30 Truro A392 A39 TINTAGEL CASTLE A39 St. Austell A390 A Camelford Bodmin 391 A3 A395 A30 RESTORMEL CASTLE Fowey ST. MAWES CASTLE St. Ives Camborne St. Mawes Penzance Falmouth PENDENNIS Helston CASTLE LAUNCESTON CASTLE A388 A38 A30 Launceston PLYMOUTH A DAYS OUT IN HISTORIC CORNWALL KERNOW ISTOREK Castles, Celts and Kings FINDING US IS EASY You can spot all our sites by the distinctive brown and white roadside signs, including our many smaller free sites which are worth exploring. Join English Heritage and enjoy more great days out With over 400 historic sites plus hundreds of action packed events throughout the year, you can enjoy many wonderful days out when you become a member of English Heritage. To join English Heritage speak to a member of staff at our sites or take out membership online at or call However you choose to support us, please remember to If you would like this document in a different format, please contact our customer services department on telephone: fax: textphone: customers@english-heritage.org.uk All details are correct at the time of going to press but we do advise that you contact the property before you start your journey. Alternatively, check our website for up-to-date information on opening hours and events. All photos English Heritage Photo Library unless otherwise stated (EH01/09)VIT Skyscan Balloon Photography

2 Places to see Tintagel Castle pages 4-5 Historic Cornwall Castles, Celts and Kings Visit Cornwall, an enchanting land where magic and mystery mingle with scenery of outstanding beauty. Pendennis Castle pages 6-7 Merlin s Cave, Tintagel From sheltered harbours and rugged coastlines to Tudor fortresses, Celtic settlements and legends of King Arthur, Cornwall has inspired poets, writers and warriors, leaving a rich legacy for all who come to explore. St Mawes Castle pages 8-9 Restormel Castle pages Pendennis Castle Launceston Castle page 12 Chysauster Ancient Village page 13 KEY a Audio tour l Education d Dogs welcome D No dogs F Family learning p Parking q Picnic area WHAT S ON Historic sites are magical venues for special events. Throughout the year, English Heritage hosts a fantastic programme that brings history to life and provides a great day out for all the family. For details of What s On in Cornwall, see pages Front cover: Pendennis Castle, Chysauster Ancient Village, Restormel Castle and Tintagel Castle. 2 3 s Shop c Tearoom/Café B Toilets h Holiday Cottage E Exhibition w Accessible for disabled people Family Ticket admits 2 adults and 3 children. Group discounts available. Prices may vary at special events. For reservations or information on holiday cottages, visit

3 Skyscan Balloon Photography Discover an area rich in flora and fauna that provides a breeding ground for sea birds, lizards and butterflies Tintagel Castle Castel Dyntagell A spectacular location on Cornwall s dramatic and windswept Atlantic coastline, Tintagel is a place of myths where the legend of King Arthur was born. Relax and unwind in our stunning new beach café Browse the superb shop which specialises in books, medieval and Arthurian themed gifts and toys, jams and chutneys Once a stronghold for the Earls of Cornwall, the castle was built in the 13th century. Now in ruins, it still has the power to inspire Our introductory video Searching for King Arthur will recreate the story of the castle and its inhabitants over the ages. Then step back in time and experience for yourself the ever changing atmosphere of this wonderful place Climb the rugged trail across to the island and watch Atlantic breakers crash against the cliffs and into Merlin s Cave Explore the ruined castle where it is said King Uther Pendragon met with the beautiful Igraine and conceived King Arthur GREAT DAYS OUT In all seasons, Tintagel is a truly magical place. Come and let it cast its spell on you. Open all year round. TINTAGEL CASTLE Adult 4.90 Concession 4.20 Child (5-15yrs) 2.50 Family ticket For more information, ring the property direct on Apr-30 Sep: daily 10am-6pm 1 Oct-1 Nov: daily 10am-5pm 2 Nov-31 Mar: daily 10am-4pm Dec & 1 Jan Closed Address: Tintagel, Cornwall PL34 0HE Direction: On Tintagel Head, ½ mile along uneven track from village. Located on the south-west coast path d E F s c B Beach café opens 10am 1 Apr-1 Nov, 11am 2 Nov-31 Mar and closes ½ hour before castle. Parking in village 600 metres away, not English Heritage. Land Rover service in summer from village (separate charge). Please note: Due to the coastal landscape, visitors with limited mobility may not be able to access many areas of the site even with assistance.

4 Pendennis Castle Castel Pendynas Journey back through 450 years of history from Tudor times to World War II and discover the wartime secrets of Pendennis Castle. In the restored Royal Artillery Barracks our interactive exhibition will provide the perfect introduction to the history of Pendennis. From here step back in time and experience Cornwall s greatest fortress. NEW EXHIBITION Pendennis Castle is now the home of a selection of wartime cartoons by George Butterworth. The acclaimed cartoons, which appeared daily throughout World War II, lampooned both Hitler and Mussolini, enraging the Nazi leader so much that the cartoonist was put on his hit-list. Take time on your visit to view this impressive collection. In the Tudor keep built by Henry VIII, see a Tudor gun deck in action and experience the sights and sounds of battle Find out what it was like to be a garrison soldier at the turn of the last century Explore the cells of the World War I guardhouse and experience the thrill of an enemy alert on the World War II observation post Then descend through secret tunnels to the big guns of Half Moon Battery Please ask about our free children s activity sheets and guided tours Watch the Noon Day Gun firing in July and August Finally finish your visit with a delicious Cornish cream tea in the relaxing surroundings of our tearoom PENDENNIS CASTLE Adult 5.70 Concession 4.80 Child (5-15yrs) 2.90 Family ticket Apr-30 Jun: daily* 10am-5pm 1 Jul-31 Aug: daily* 10am-6pm 1-30 Sep: daily* 10am-5pm 2 Nov-31 Mar: daily 10am-4pm During Nov-Mar some buildings are by special guided tour only. Please call for details Dec & 1 Jan Closed *Castle closes at 4pm on Sat. HOSPITALITY W A Available for corporate and private events. Licensed for civil ceremonies. For more details ring the Hospitality Manager on: Address: Pendennis Headland, Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 4LP Direction: On Pendennis headland, 1 mile SE of Falmouth town centre. Located on the south-west coast path d E F q l h p s w c B Tearoom opens 10am 1 Apr-1 Nov, 11am 2 Nov-31 Mar and closes ½ hour before castle. Limited disabled access to the keep and parts of the grounds. The Keep closes for 1 hour at lunch on Saturday if an event is booked. For more information, ring the property direct on

5 St Mawes Castle Castel Lanvawseth Facing Pendennis is its partner castle, St Mawes, the most picturesque and beautiful of Henry VIII s coastal fortresses. Set in the lovely village of St Mawes, the castle has remained unchanged over the centuries. Overlooking the glittering bay of the Fal Estuary, the pretty clover shaped castle commands magnificent views, best seen from its battlements. Relax in St Mawes lovely grounds and enjoy its breathtaking setting Let our free audio tour bring the castle s fascinating 450 year history to life Bring a picnic and enjoy a perfect family visit ST MAWES CASTLE Adult 4.00 Concession 3.40 Child (5-15yrs) 2.00 Last entry 30 minutes before closing. HOSPITALITY Available for corporate and private events. Licensed for civil ceremonies. For more details ring the Hospitality Manager on tel: Apr-30 Jun: Sun-Fri 10am-5pm 1 Jul-31 Aug: Sun-Fri 10am-6pm 1-30 Sep: Sun-Fri 10am-5pm 2 Nov-31 Mar: Fri-Mon 10am-4pm Dec & 1 Jan Closed Address: St Mawes TR2 5DE W A Direction: In St Mawes off A3078. Located on the south-west coast path a d F q h p s B b Dogs welcome on grounds only. Access difficult for those with restricted mobility. Coach parking 600m from castle. Site closed at 4pm on Sun & Fri if there are hospitality functions. For more information, ring the property direct on

6 Skyscan Balloon Photography Restormel Castle Castel Rostormolgh High on a motted hill stands this splendid castle ruin. A former stronghold of the Dukes of Cornwall, Restormel Castle was used as a miniature palace to provide lavish accommodation for the Duke and his honoured guests. It lies just a mile away from the attractive medieval town of Lostwithiel. Visit in spring when the banks are awash with daffodils and bluebells In the summer, Restormel is one of the best picnic spots in Cornwall and boasts panoramic views of the peaceful countryside A fantastic place for children to explore and imagine themselves in the castle of Edward, the Black Prince RESTORMEL CASTLE Adult 3.00 Concession 2.60 Child (5-15yrs) 1.50 Group discounts available. Prices may vary at special events. d p s B l q 1 Apr-30 Jun: daily 10am-5pm 1 Jul-31 Aug: daily 10am-6pm 1-30 Sep: daily 10am-5pm 2 Nov-31 Mar Closed Address: Nr Lostwithiel PL22 0EE Direction: Off A390, 1½ miles N of Lostwithiel For more information, ring the property direct on

7 Launceston Castle Castel Lanstefan A thousand years of history can be found at Launceston Castle, the former capital of Cornwall. The castle once commanded the town and surrounding countryside and controlled the main entry route into the county. It has had many lives including being one of the great strongholds of the Earls of Cornwall, a town gaol and a hospital during World War II. Chysauster Ancient Village Chy Sylvester Almost at the very tip of England you will discover Celtic Cornwall at Chysauster Ancient Village. The original inhabitants of this ancient settlement occupied the site almost 2000 years ago. Discover a cluster of unique stone homesteads found only on the Land s End Peninsula and the Isles of Scilly Explore the wild and rugged surroundings and enjoy these fascinating structures that still survive amongst the natural landscape of wild flowers and windswept heather A shop is available selling a range of quality books, gifts and souvenirs Skyscan Balloon Photography Visit the exhibition that reveals the castle s long and varied history Browse the shop for great gifts, books and souvenirs LAUNCESTON CASTLE Adult 3.00 Concession 2.60 Child (5-15yrs) 1.50 d q p s Parking nearby, not English Heritage (pay & display). 1 Apr-30 Jun: daily 10am-5pm 1 Jul-31 Aug: daily 10am-6pm 1-30 Sep: daily 10am-5pm 2 Nov-31 Mar Closed Address: Castle Lodge, Launceston PL15 7DR Direction: In Launceston Town Centre For more information, ring the property direct on CHYSAUSTER ANCIENT VILLAGE Adult 3.00 Concession 2.60 Child (5-15yrs) 1.50 D p s q B Limited access for disabled people. 1 Apr-30 Jun: daily 10am-5pm 1 Jul-31 Aug: daily 10am-6pm 1-30 Sep: daily 10am-5pm 2 Nov-31 Mar Closed Address: Newmill, Penzance TR20 8XA Direction: 4 miles N of Penzance off B3311. Signposted For more information, ring the property direct on

8 HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS Events at Pendennis Castle Fri 10 Mon 13 Apr Easter Fun 10am 5pm (4pm Sat) Take part in egg racing, face painting and Easter bonnet making. Sun 24 Mon 25 May Wartime Weekend 11am-5pm To mark the 65th anniversary of D-Day, join us for a special trip down memory lane. The highlight of each day will be a fantastic aerial display by a WWII aircraft. Booking recommended, call Tue 26 Sun 31 May Spy Quest 10am 5pm (4pm Sat) Follow the clues around the castle and try to crack codes and ciphers to win your secret prize. Time Travellers Go Calling all Adventurers, Time Travellers and Explorers! Wed 29 Thu 30 Jul Firepower! 11am 5pm Watch in fascination as the guns are fired and hear tales about how they were used in action. Join the Time Travellers Go club on timetravellersgo for fun, adventure and events near you. Mon 3 Fri 7 Aug Time Travellers Go Pirate Academy Mon 10 Fri 14 Aug Time Travellers Go Knight Academy Tue 18 Thu 20 Aug All The King s Guns 11am 5pm King Henry VIII visits Pendennis Castle with his entourage and massive firepower. The King himself will be in residence to see the strength of his gunners and also take part in displays of horsemanship and hunting. Mon 24 Fri 28 Aug Preparing for the King 11am 5pm As we build up to the return of Henry VIII for his spectacular joust, learn about different aspects of Tudor life such as weapons and games. Events for 2009 Sun 30 Mon 31 Aug King Henry s Joust 11am 5pm Witness the majesty, pomp and pageantry as Henry VIII arrives at Pendennis Castle. Courtly music fills the air to set the scene for a magnificent highlight each day of Tudor horsemanship which includes a duo of fully armoured Knights in a full contact joust. Booking recommended, call HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS Sat 24 Sat 31 Oct Haunted Halloween 10am 4pm Get spooked at Pendennis Castle over Halloween with our special ghost tours and Halloween fun. Booking essential, call Thu 29 and Sat 31 Oct Evening Ghost Tours Come and take part in our special Halloween ghost Tour. Cornish pasty and hot drink are included. Over 16 s only. Not suitable for people of limited mobility. Booking essential, call Events at Tintagel Castle Every Wed during Aug Pirate Tales 11.30am, 1.30pm, 3.15pm Madcap swashbuckling piratical entertainment with those travelling tinkers Captain Jeremiah Obadiah and Dr Thomas Clinker. Hear of strange voyages and cargoes, fortunes and hearts won and lost. Sat 28 Sun 29 Nov, Sat 5 Sun 6 Dec, Sat 12 Sun 13 Dec Events for 2009 Christmas Weekends 10am 4pm Enjoy tall Christmas tales in the Keep with our resident storyteller and follow the trail of clues around the castle and claim your candy cane! Sun 20 Dec Nadelik 11am 4pm Celebrate Christmas the Cornish way. Expect mince pies and mulled wine, carol singers and possibly even the sound of sleigh bells in the distance. Every Thu during Aug King Arthur s Tales 11.30am, 1.30pm, 3.15pm Back by popular demand, meet King Arthur and Merlin as they spin tales of magic, mystery, adventure and the days of the round table. Event at Restormel Castle Wed 6 Sat 16 May The King s General Gates open 6pm, performance starts 7.45pm As part of the Du Maurier festival, join The Tywardreath Players as they perform this tale of love, loyalty and betrayal during the English Civil War. Booking essential, call For prices and full details of these events, please visit or ring At many events an additional charge may apply to visitors, with members and Overseas Visitors Pass holders paying a discounted entry. Please check our website or ring us before setting out. Children must be accompanied at all times. English Heritage may permit filming and photography at these events, some of this may be broadcast or published in the future