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Merthen Downs

Downs, Moorland in Cornwall

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Merthen Downs

Farmland, Constantine A crop of spring barley just coming into flower to the south of Treviades.
Farmland, Constantine Credit: Andrew Smith

Merthen Downs is a beautiful area of moorland located in Cornwall, England. It covers a vast expanse of rolling hills and open grassland, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The downs are known for their diverse wildlife, including a variety of bird species and small mammals.

The landscape of Merthen Downs is characterized by its rugged terrain and scattered rocky outcrops, which add to the area's natural charm. The downs are also home to several ancient archaeological sites, such as burial mounds and stone circles, which provide a glimpse into the area's rich history.

Visitors to Merthen Downs can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, birdwatching, and picnicking. The area is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Overall, Merthen Downs is a picturesque and serene destination in Cornwall, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.105599/-5.1802428 or Grid Reference SW7227. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farmland, Constantine A crop of spring barley just coming into flower to the south of Treviades.
Farmland, Constantine
A crop of spring barley just coming into flower to the south of Treviades.
Farmland, Constantine A cut silage field descends to Polwheveral Creek with Scott's Wood in the background.
Farmland, Constantine
A cut silage field descends to Polwheveral Creek with Scott's Wood in the background.
Farmland, Constantine Officially the bridleway descending to Goongillings; stone stiles, in effect, limit it to being a footpath.
Farmland, Constantine
Officially the bridleway descending to Goongillings; stone stiles, in effect, limit it to being a footpath.
Grassland and wood, Constantine Scott's Wood is seen from the footpath descending to Scott's Quay.
Grassland and wood, Constantine
Scott's Wood is seen from the footpath descending to Scott's Quay.
St Constantine's Church
St Constantine's Church
The Tolmen Centre
The Tolmen Centre
Old Guide Stone in Constantine Fingerstone by the UC road, in parish of Constantine (Kerrier District), opposite Old Vicarage and Church, junction of Bowling Green Road and Vicarage Terrace, by metal rails at junction. Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1310987 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1310987" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1310987">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: CW_GWLZ
Old Guide Stone in Constantine
Fingerstone by the UC road, in parish of Constantine (Kerrier District), opposite Old Vicarage and Church, junction of Bowling Green Road and Vicarage Terrace, by metal rails at junction. Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1310987 LinkExternal link Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: CW_GWLZ
Farmland, Gweek Napheane Farm is to the right.
Farmland, Gweek
Napheane Farm is to the right.
Farmland, Gweek Looking south from the bridleway on Naphene Downs.
Farmland, Gweek
Looking south from the bridleway on Naphene Downs.
Farmland, Constantine With baled straw in a field to the south-west of Mount View.
Farmland, Constantine
With baled straw in a field to the south-west of Mount View.
Pasture, Constantine A footpath passes to the west of Trengilly Farm.
Pasture, Constantine
A footpath passes to the west of Trengilly Farm.
Fore Street, Constantine
Fore Street, Constantine
Unnamed lane enters Polwheveral
Unnamed lane enters Polwheveral
Unnamed stream feeds into Polwheveral Creek This lively stream originates to the north near Lestraynes.
Unnamed stream feeds into Polwheveral Creek
This lively stream originates to the north near Lestraynes.
Lower Goongillings This is a Grade II listed house built in the early 17th C with additions in the 18th C. It has English Heritage Building ID: 66021 For a full description see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-66021-lower-goongillings-constantine-" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-66021-lower-goongillings-constantine-">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Lower Goongillings
This is a Grade II listed house built in the early 17th C with additions in the 18th C. It has English Heritage Building ID: 66021 For a full description see: LinkExternal link
The Trengilly Wartha Inn
The Trengilly Wartha Inn
Unnamed lane junction between Gweek and Constantine Perhaps the finger signpost was erected by workers who have just visited the nearby Trengilly Wartha Inn?
Unnamed lane junction between Gweek and Constantine
Perhaps the finger signpost was erected by workers who have just visited the nearby Trengilly Wartha Inn?
Unnamed road junction south of Carwythenack Farm
Unnamed road junction south of Carwythenack Farm
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Merthen Downs is located at Grid Ref: SW7227 (Lat: 50.105599, Lng: -5.1802428)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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