I see online that Tintagel Castle is closed while they construct a foot bridge. They expect to open 'spring of 2019". We are thinking of joining the Villages of Southern England in May 2019, but would choose a different tour if Tintagel is still closed. Dos anyone know the expected date the castle will reopen?
Posted by
Atlanta
2471 posts
I would call the RS office and ask this question, they are very helpful. Before the RS Turkey tour, I called them and asked about the Blue Mosque because I had heard it was under renovation. I was told sections of it are open and visitors could go in. As it worked out, we went in and there were a large number of tourists there. You really couldn't see much.
Posted by
Reading, PA, USA
1589 posts
My wife and I took that tour this past spring and I would say Tintagel was a minor event/memory of our trip. I do not know what they would substitute but to me Tintagel would not be a big loss.
Posted by
franktown, colorado
2252 posts
Do call the office and see what they have to say. Often, when one planned tour activity is cancelled for whatever reason, a new and sometimes much more significant and awesome visit, is substituted. This has happened on tours I have been on more than once and I have never been disappointed. They may already have an adjustment in mind and as Judy B says, the office staff is always helpful!
Posted by
Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, USA
13955 posts
I’d agree with Bob. I thought this was going to be neater than it was...
No way would this closure keep me from going on this tour!!
Posted by
Portsmouth
5271 posts
I’d agree with Bob. I thought this was going to be neater than it was...
This is a classic example of why recommendations are so subjective. I loved Tintagel but it depends on what your expectations are. If you're expecting a big old castle then yes, you're going to be disappointed, much of it's allure relies on your imagination but the location and views are superb.
Posted by
Guernsey
734 posts
I love the castle, but not the village!