The Tintagel Old Post Office is a tiny 14th-century medieval yeoman’s house in the centre of Tintagel village — best known for its dramatically warped slate roof, photographed from every angle by visitors who have just walked back up from the EH Castle 10 minutes away. Inside is a small National Trust presentation of medieval domestic life and (because of its short Victorian career) a re-creation of a 19th-century post office.
Visitor essentials
- Address: Fore Street, Tintagel, PL34 0DB, Cornwall
- Operator: National Trust — live opening hours and prices
- OS map: OS Explorer 111 — Bude, Boscastle & TintagelBuy from OS →
What to expect on a family visit
30–45 minutes. The site is small, free for NT members, modest ticket for non-members. Combine with Tintagel Castle (separate EH ticket) and a walk along the village high street. Pushchair access is limited inside the house — the rooms are small with stepped thresholds.
Planning your visit to Tintagel Old Post Office
Opening times, ticket prices and seasonal closures vary across the year. Check the live page on National’s own website for the day you are planning to visit — this is the only authoritative source.
Visiting more than three or four NT places a year? National Trust membership covers entry and parking — and there’s a Free Guest Pass on annual Direct Debits at the moment.
Correct as of 28 April 2026 — please check before you travel, especially on Bank Holidays, Easter and between Christmas and New Year.
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