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Places to stay in Camelford
Situated just 5 miles inland from Tintagel, Camelford is an ancient market town lying on the outskirts of Bodmin Moor. This little town sits in the heart of King Arthur country and according to Cornish legend, King Arthur and his main fortress, Camelot now lie buried within Camelford's foundations. Despite its legendary connections, Camelford has fortunately resisted playing its King Arthur card to attract tourists. In fact, the only place tourists are likely to be bombarded with the legend is at the Arthurian Centre. This family attraction details the adventures of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table with stories, paintings and illustrations. King Arthur and his legends aside, Camelford is well situated for walking enthusiasts. You can take a walking tour of the town or a riverside walk which is easily accessed via an archway in the centre of Camelford. However, if you really want that sense of achievement, you can climb either Rough Tor ( 1,312ft) or Brown Willy 1,375ft.
