Conquer Downs

Downs, Moorland in Cornwall

England

Conquer Downs

Chysauster - Looking over House 6 Taken from the wooden viewing stand to the east of House 6 looking across its interior. — Chysauster - Looking over House 6 Credit: Rob Farrow

Conquer Downs is a picturesque area located in Cornwall, England. It is known for its stunning landscape, consisting of rolling downs and vast stretches of moorland. The area is rich in natural beauty, with its open spaces and rugged terrain attracting hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers alike.

The downs in Conquer Downs are characterized by their gently sloping hills, covered in lush green grass and dotted with wildflowers during the summer months. Walking along the downs, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the distant coastline. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, such as rabbits, foxes, and various bird species, making it a haven for animal lovers and birdwatchers.

The moorland in Conquer Downs is equally impressive, featuring vast expanses of heather and gorse, interspersed with rocky outcrops and ancient stone circles. The moorland is a haven for rare plant species and provides a unique habitat for a variety of wildlife, including ponies and sheep that graze freely on the land.

Conquer Downs is a popular destination for outdoor activities, including hiking, horse riding, and cycling. There are numerous trails and paths that crisscross the area, catering to all levels of fitness and experience. The peaceful and tranquil atmosphere of Conquer Downs provides a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, allowing visitors to reconnect with nature and recharge their batteries.

In summary, Conquer Downs is a stunning area in Cornwall, offering breathtaking views, diverse wildlife, and a range of outdoor activities. It is a must-visit destination for those seeking a peaceful and immersive experience in nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.170107/-5.5373858 or Grid Reference SW4735. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Chysauster - Looking over House 6 Taken from the wooden viewing stand to the east of House 6 looking across its interior.

Chysauster - Looking over House 6

Taken from the wooden viewing stand to the east of House 6 looking across its interior.

Chysauster - pathway and ancient stile This pathway is at the northern perimeter of the ancient village and is &#039;stopped&#039; by an ancient stone stile at each end, this one is at the western end.

Chysauster - pathway and ancient stile

This pathway is at the northern perimeter of the ancient village and is 'stopped' by an ancient stone stile at each end, this one is at the western end.

Chysauster - Fogou A Fogou is an underground passage which takes its name from the Cornish for &#039;Cave&#039;. This one at Chysauster was described as &#039;partly destroyed&#039; in 1865 and further damage was noted in 1938. It remained open to the public until as recently as 1984, but at that time it became unstable so the grille seen here was installed to prevent access.
To get an idea of what it would originally have looked like, see this far better preserved example at (comparatively) nearby Carn Euny <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6982172">SW4028 : Carn Euny - Fogou</a>

Chysauster - Fogou

A Fogou is an underground passage which takes its name from the Cornish for 'Cave'. This one at Chysauster was described as 'partly destroyed' in 1865 and further damage was noted in 1938. It remained open to the public until as recently as 1984, but at that time it became unstable so the grille seen here was installed to prevent access. To get an idea of what it would originally have looked like, see this far better preserved example at (comparatively) nearby Carn Euny SW4028 : Carn Euny - Fogou

Chysauster - House 1 - Entrance The entranceway into House 1 at Chysauster. This is the northernmost of the nine houses in the ancient village.

Chysauster - House 1 - Entrance

The entranceway into House 1 at Chysauster. This is the northernmost of the nine houses in the ancient village.

Chysauster - House 2 House 2 in the ancient village of Chysauster is the least intact of all the nine former dwellings. It lies at the northeast of the site.

Chysauster - House 2

House 2 in the ancient village of Chysauster is the least intact of all the nine former dwellings. It lies at the northeast of the site.

Chysauster - House 3a - Entrance House 3 at Chysauster is unique in being effectively a pair of semi-detached houses. This view is into the left-hand one known as 3a. (Cf. 3b <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6989461">SW4735 : Chysauster - House 3b - Interior from 3a</a>).

Chysauster - House 3a - Entrance

House 3 at Chysauster is unique in being effectively a pair of semi-detached houses. This view is into the left-hand one known as 3a. (Cf. 3b SW4735 : Chysauster - House 3b - Interior from 3a).

Chysauster - House 3b - Interior from 3a House 3 at Chysauster is a pair of &#039;semi-detached&#039; dwellings known as 3a and 3b. This is a view into the latter from the former.
For its twin see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6989459">SW4735 : Chysauster - House 3a - Entrance</a>

Chysauster - House 3b - Interior from 3a

House 3 at Chysauster is a pair of 'semi-detached' dwellings known as 3a and 3b. This is a view into the latter from the former. For its twin see SW4735 : Chysauster - House 3a - Entrance

Chysauster - House 4 - Entrance The entrance into House 4 at Chysauster. This is a well-preserved house in the middle of the site; houses 1 &amp; 2 are to its north, 3 is to its WSW, 6 is to its SE and 5 to its south.

Chysauster - House 4 - Entrance

The entrance into House 4 at Chysauster. This is a well-preserved house in the middle of the site; houses 1 & 2 are to its north, 3 is to its WSW, 6 is to its SE and 5 to its south.

Chysauster - House 5 - Entrance House 5 is one of the smaller houses at Chysauster, but has substantial remains and walls to a good height. It is positioned towards the south of the village. In common with the other houses it has several rooms around a central area which was probably a courtyard as being too large for a room it is thought.

Chysauster - House 5 - Entrance

House 5 is one of the smaller houses at Chysauster, but has substantial remains and walls to a good height. It is positioned towards the south of the village. In common with the other houses it has several rooms around a central area which was probably a courtyard as being too large for a room it is thought.

Chysauster - House 6 - Entrance House 6 is the &#039;showhouse&#039; of Chysauster, being the best preserved and most complete. As with the other houses it is arranged as a number of rooms around a central courtyard. First excavated by Cornish antiquary William Copeland Borlase in 1873, in 1931 its exterior walls were exposed for the first time since antiquity. There is a wooden platform on the eastern side of the house that allows visitors to look down into this house (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6987276">SW4735 : Chysauster - Looking over House 6</a> for example)

Chysauster - House 6 - Entrance

House 6 is the 'showhouse' of Chysauster, being the best preserved and most complete. As with the other houses it is arranged as a number of rooms around a central courtyard. First excavated by Cornish antiquary William Copeland Borlase in 1873, in 1931 its exterior walls were exposed for the first time since antiquity. There is a wooden platform on the eastern side of the house that allows visitors to look down into this house (see SW4735 : Chysauster - Looking over House 6 for example)

Chysauster - House 7 - Entrance House 7 is the southernmost of the houses at Chysauster. On excavation a huge quantity of artefacts were discovered, such as 1,322 items of pottery. It is thought that perhaps this house had been abandoned before the others and had subsequently been used as a refuse pit, hence the quantity of finds.

Chysauster - House 7 - Entrance

House 7 is the southernmost of the houses at Chysauster. On excavation a huge quantity of artefacts were discovered, such as 1,322 items of pottery. It is thought that perhaps this house had been abandoned before the others and had subsequently been used as a refuse pit, hence the quantity of finds.

Chysauster - House 8 House 8 is after House 2 the second least well preserved of the houses at Chysauster. It lies in the southwestern corner of the site and is the westernmost of all the former dwellings. It does contain a number of notable standing stones but little of its former plan can be easily discerned.

Chysauster - House 8

House 8 is after House 2 the second least well preserved of the houses at Chysauster. It lies in the southwestern corner of the site and is the westernmost of all the former dwellings. It does contain a number of notable standing stones but little of its former plan can be easily discerned.

Chysauster - House 9 - Entrance House 9 appears rather different from the other houses on the site being less circular, though it is thought that it probably conformed to the same plan as the others with several rooms around a central courtyard. What remains however is rather more &#039;long and thin&#039; than the others. It is the easternmost of all the houses at Chysauster.

Chysauster - House 9 - Entrance

House 9 appears rather different from the other houses on the site being less circular, though it is thought that it probably conformed to the same plan as the others with several rooms around a central courtyard. What remains however is rather more 'long and thin' than the others. It is the easternmost of all the houses at Chysauster.

Chysauster - Hollowed stone in House 6 This hollowed stone was perhaps used as an ancient mortar for grinding food with the aid of a pestle. It is to be found in House 6 - the most complete of all the remnant houses at Chysauster.

Chysauster - Hollowed stone in House 6

This hollowed stone was perhaps used as an ancient mortar for grinding food with the aid of a pestle. It is to be found in House 6 - the most complete of all the remnant houses at Chysauster.

Chysauster - House 3a - Interior Inside the left-hand of the two semi-detached dwellings that comprise House 3a at Chysauster. (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6989459">SW4735 : Chysauster - House 3a - Entrance</a>)

Chysauster - House 3a - Interior

Inside the left-hand of the two semi-detached dwellings that comprise House 3a at Chysauster. (see SW4735 : Chysauster - House 3a - Entrance)

Chysauster - House 3b - Interior courtyard area A view of the courtyard of House 3b (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6989461">SW4735 : Chysauster - House 3b - Interior from 3a</a>)

Chysauster - House 3b - Interior courtyard area

A view of the courtyard of House 3b (see SW4735 : Chysauster - House 3b - Interior from 3a)

Chysauster - House 3b - Looking back towards entrance This view is from the northern end of House 3b looking back.
The large structure in mid photo is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6990868">SW4735 : Chysauster - House 3b - Probable hearth or forge</a>

Chysauster - House 3b - Looking back towards entrance

This view is from the northern end of House 3b looking back. The large structure in mid photo is SW4735 : Chysauster - House 3b - Probable hearth or forge

Chysauster - House 3b - Probable hearth or forge It is thought that this stone structure in the centre of the large circular room at the north end of House 3b was probably either a hearth or possibly a forge - however excavations and analysis have discovered no evidence of intense burning. So it remains something of a mystery.

Chysauster - House 3b - Probable hearth or forge

It is thought that this stone structure in the centre of the large circular room at the north end of House 3b was probably either a hearth or possibly a forge - however excavations and analysis have discovered no evidence of intense burning. So it remains something of a mystery.

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Conquer Downs is located at Grid Ref: SW4735 (Lat: 50.170107, Lng: -5.5373858)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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