The History of Tintagel Castle

The History of Tintagel Castle

This week we’re discovering the stories of Tintagel Castle – a clifftop fortress where history and legend intertwine.

A land of Cornish kings

Perched on the north Cornwall coast, Tintagel Castle is one of the most spectacular historic sites in Britain. Its association with King Arthur also makes it one of the most famous.

Rebecca and Fowey

“Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again” The opening line from Daphne du Maurier’s classic Gothic novel ‘Rebecca’ which has been captured on film again and will be shown on Netflix, starting Wednesday 21st October. This latest version stars Lily James, Armie Hammer and Kristin Scott Thomas as the fearsome Mrs Danvers.

Doc Martin locations to visit

Doc Martin, Port Isaac, Cornwall
Port Isaac in north Cornwall plays the fictional village of Portwenn in the much-loved Doc martin TV series. Here we take in some of the locations where cameras rolled…

Cornwall on Film

Church Cove, Gunwalloe

These days it’s not difficult to catch a glimpse of Cornwall on the small screen, what with Poldark, Doc Martin, and Delicious on the main channels and repeats of Wycliffe usually on some more obscure channel. All these programs act as great adverts for the county, showing its scenery off behind the drama being played out in the foreground.

Daphne du Maurier's Cornwall

Ferryside, Bodinnick, Fowey, D du Maurier, Cornwall
Daphne du Maurier moved to Cornwall in the late 1920s. She gained inspiration from the towns and landmarks around Cornwall to set her novels. Here’s a guide that will help you experience those places