Tintagel Castle Secrets - Did Dark Age Kings Rule Here?

Discover the secrets of Tintagel Castle as a daring archaeology team investigates cliffside mysteries and Dark Age trading links to the Mediterranean. Join Mark Davis and a specialist team as they embark on a high-stakes archaeological mission at Tintagel Castle, Cornwall - the legendary home of King Arthur. This episode follows their quest to uncover whether Tintagel was a royal citadel and a major Dark Age trading hub with the Mediterranean. Using cutting-edge geophysics, digital imaging, and rope-assisted excavations on treacherous cliffs, the team seeks evidence before it is lost to erosion forever. You'll see exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of dangerous digs, discover how Mediterranean pottery predating the medieval castle was found, and learn about the search for a possible 5th-6th century jetty. Expert interviews explore theories about Tintagel’s importance as a high-status post-Roman settlement, and the video dives deep into how ancient trade may have shaped this iconic site. Despite extreme weather and unstable ground, the team uncovers new clues, from imported amphora fragments to possible structural remains, challenging what we know about early medieval Britain. If you're fascinated by British archaeology, Dark Age history, or the legend of King Arthur, this in-depth exploration at Tintagel is not to be missed. #Archaeology #TintagelCastle #KingArthur #DarkAges #BritishHistory #MediterraneanTrade #Cornwall #ArchaeologicalExcavation