Located in the middle of that stretch of coastline, described in the Cornish Country Guide as 'Sunshine Strip', the area of Tintagel is perhaps best known rather for the 'goings-on' of King Arthur, than for its beautiful natural characteristics. However, in the latter respect, the coastline hereabouts is glorious and the many golden sandy beaches, the cliff scenery and walks are outstanding. At hand, at Tintagel, there are the outdoor pleasures of swimming, surfing, riding and many others and the close proximity of the Camel Estuary offers all sorts of boating activities. There is a wide range of shop, pubs, etc., in the village. With regard to those less fortunate parts of these Islands who claim to be the birthplace of King Arthur, all must judge for themselves. But as Geoffrey of Monmouth stated, c.1150, that the event occurred hereabouts in the 6th Century, and as that worthy was a Bishop and doubtless an illustrious jewel in the Church's crown, we are not disposed to argue with him.

A pretty hamlet of cottages around a small green, which has a telephone box, about half a mile from Tintagel and 2.5 miles from the sandy beach at Trebarwith Strand. Bossiney, a steady 20 minute walk, has a sandy beach at low tide and with the picturesque harbour village of Boscastle about 2.5 miles to the North East it provides a pleasant rural base from which to explore.

This small village is one of the seven Parishes of Tintagel. Its main attraction is that it is only a 15 - 30 minute walk across the fields to glorious Trebarwith Strand. The pleasant Mill House Inn is a short walk away as is a small general store. Tintagel is two miles away.

St Teath is one of those pleasant Cornish villages, typical of this part of the County, being set back a couple of miles from the north coast to secure the shelter of high ground from winter gales. Situated on the slopes of the lovely Allen Valley, the village is centred around a square with a clock tower, a handsome church, mostly 15th Century and, of course, the village Inn. St Teath is well place for a variety of beaches, coves and holiday activities. Trebarwith Strand is four miles away and the picturesque Port Isaac, 5 miles.

An unspoilt secluded hamlet within sight of the sea and surrounded by fields, reached by a winding narrow lane. About six miles by road from Port Isaac and about 15 minutes drive from Rock and Polzeath, it has two 'local' beaches. Trebarwith Strand, which can also be reached by footpath, about 1.5 miles away and the little known Tregardock about a mile away. The latter has sand and rocks but a rather difficult access for younger children.