Legend meets tradition

Immerse yourself in Tintagel and the legend of King Arthur, whilst enjoying one of Britain’s greatest foodie traditions: afternoon tea.

Acquired by the Mappin family and British artist, Ted Stourton, in 1999, then restored in the early-to-mid 2000s, Camelot Castle now offers guests the chance to stay and relax in accommodation of Downton Abbey scale, soaking up the period charm and enjoying the staggering coastal views that the castle’s clifftop location affords.

But it’s not just for those in search of accommodation for the night, in fact it’s the perfect place to stop by for a bite on a day spent exploring the myth-strewn landscape of Tintagel. The castle has no fewer than three venues in which to enjoy refreshments; there’s Irina’s Restaurant, where superb, freshly cooked food is prepared using local produce. With formal dining inside, there is also the chance in fine weather to eat and drink al fresco on the Camelot Castle Hotel terrace. For pre- or post-dinner drinks, be sure to retire to The Golden Age Bar, and if you are stopping in the daytime, why not enjoy afternoon tea in The Explorer’s Tea Room?

Here, you can enjoy one of, if not the most, luxurious afternoon tea in Cornwall, in one of the county’s most beautiful, dramatic and romantic locations. Available everyday between 12pm and 6pm, there are three afternoon tea options to choose from. The first – the Camelot Afternoon Tea – is just £19.99 per person. With it comes a selection of finger sandwiches, Russian honey cake, brownies, macaroons, cupcakes, scones, Cornish strawberry preserve, Cornish clotted cream, and of course, tea. The second – the Prosecco Afternoon Tea, for just £25.99 per person – is great for when you’ve earned a long-lunch treat, offering all of the above but with the addition of a large glass of
pink prosecco.

It’s the Royal Afternoon Tea, however, that’s really caught our eye. Also featuring the same tasty treats as the Camelot Afternoon Tea, the ‘royal’ touch comes via the addition of salmon caviar, and a glass of pink Champagne from Dom Perignon Grapes.

Whichever you choose, there are few better places to enjoy afternoon tea than the clifftops of Tintagel, and the tea menu from the renowned Tregothan Tea Estate will make it difficult to choose just one. Replete with history, and with the period charm of Camelot Castle inviting you to take a walk back in time, there are unsurprisingly some superb reviews on the Camelot Castle website. But don’t just take our word for it; book a table and experience it for yourself!

Camelot Castle Hotel

01840 770202
www.camelotcastle.com