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Gillhouse Downs

Downs, Moorland in Cornwall

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Gillhouse Downs

Moorland road, east of Higher Langdon
Moorland road, east of Higher Langdon Credit: David Smith

Gillhouse Downs is a picturesque area located in Cornwall, England. Known for its stunning natural beauty, it is a combination of downs and moorland, offering visitors a unique and diverse landscape to explore.

The downs of Gillhouse Downs are characterized by gently rolling hills covered in lush green grass and scattered with vibrant wildflowers. The open expanse of the downs provides breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike.

Adjacent to the downs, the moorland of Gillhouse Downs adds another layer of beauty and intrigue to the area. With its rugged terrain and heather-covered hills, the moorland presents a more wild and untamed aspect of Cornwall's landscape. Visitors can wander through the moorland, discovering hidden streams, ancient stone circles, and remnants of the area's rich history.

Gillhouse Downs is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, making it a haven for nature lovers. Birdwatchers can spot a variety of species, including skylarks and buzzards, soaring through the skies. Additionally, the downs and moorland provide habitat for rare and protected species such as adders and lizards.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Gillhouse Downs offers ample opportunities for walking, hiking, and picnicking. The area is crisscrossed with footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore the landscape at their own pace.

In summary, Gillhouse Downs in Cornwall is a stunning combination of downs and moorland, offering breathtaking views, diverse wildlife, and a wealth of outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy.

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Gillhouse Downs Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.536095/-4.5543122 or Grid Reference SX1973. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Moorland road, east of Higher Langdon
Moorland road, east of Higher Langdon
Road to Harrowbridge Hill Farm
Road to Harrowbridge Hill Farm
Transition from moorland to arable, south of Harrowbridge
Transition from moorland to arable, south of Harrowbridge
Road through Higher Harrowbridge
Road through Higher Harrowbridge
Road skirting the moorland, north of Harrowbridge
Road skirting the moorland, north of Harrowbridge
Sheep grazing by the road north of Higher Harrowbridge
Sheep grazing by the road north of Higher Harrowbridge
Access to woodland, near East Dozmary
Access to woodland, near East Dozmary
Road to East Dozmary
Road to East Dozmary
Dozmary Pool Allegedly the home of the Lady in the Lake of Arthurian Legend and also reputed to be bottomless.
Dozmary Pool
Allegedly the home of the Lady in the Lake of Arthurian Legend and also reputed to be bottomless.
Cairn on Brown Gelly Bronze age Cairn on top of Brown Gelly - Dozmary Pool can just be seen behind Barnaby Bear's head!
Cairn on Brown Gelly
Bronze age Cairn on top of Brown Gelly - Dozmary Pool can just be seen behind Barnaby Bear's head!
St Neot: Dozmaryhill Farm Seen from the road through the Fowey valley. Looking west
St Neot: Dozmaryhill Farm
Seen from the road through the Fowey valley. Looking west
Rough ground Just north of the campsite by Colliford Lake Park.
Rough ground
Just north of the campsite by Colliford Lake Park.
Keeping the Sheep in Loved by farmers, hated by walkers..miles and miles of barbed wire covers the moor.
Keeping the Sheep in
Loved by farmers, hated by walkers..miles and miles of barbed wire covers the moor.
Colliford Lake and Meadows Downs The reservoir has an irregular shape, with Meadows Downs forming a lengthy promontory nearly 2 kilometres long between two drowned valleys. Seen here from the road crossing access land on Bunning's Park as it runs along the eastern side of the lake.
Colliford Lake and Meadows Downs
The reservoir has an irregular shape, with Meadows Downs forming a lengthy promontory nearly 2 kilometres long between two drowned valleys. Seen here from the road crossing access land on Bunning's Park as it runs along the eastern side of the lake.
Colliford Lake This part of the reservoir is a nature reserve. The low promontory on the right is an island separated from the mainland by a narrow channel of water. The fence posts are a more reliable guide to the vertical than the telegraph pole! Cornwall's highest point, Brown Willy is in the distance, with The Beacon on the right. Taken just north of Gillhouse from the road running the length of the reservoir along the eastern side.
Colliford Lake
This part of the reservoir is a nature reserve. The low promontory on the right is an island separated from the mainland by a narrow channel of water. The fence posts are a more reliable guide to the vertical than the telegraph pole! Cornwall's highest point, Brown Willy is in the distance, with The Beacon on the right. Taken just north of Gillhouse from the road running the length of the reservoir along the eastern side.
Gillhouse Downs The road running along the eastern side of Colliford Lake drops to a shallow valley where a stream links <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/840">SX1974 : Dozmary Pool</a> to the reservoir. It then climbs Pinnockshill, crossing into SX1974 as it does so. On the left, there has been some recent burning of the heather.
Gillhouse Downs
The road running along the eastern side of Colliford Lake drops to a shallow valley where a stream links SX1974 : Dozmary Pool to the reservoir. It then climbs Pinnockshill, crossing into SX1974 as it does so. On the left, there has been some recent burning of the heather.
Sheep on Pinnockshill Taken from a bend on the road running along the eastern side of Colliford Lake. The backdrop to the sheep is the reservoir, which dates from the 1980s. The land on the far side is in adjoining squares to the south and southwest. Meadows Downs separates arms of the lake.
Sheep on Pinnockshill
Taken from a bend on the road running along the eastern side of Colliford Lake. The backdrop to the sheep is the reservoir, which dates from the 1980s. The land on the far side is in adjoining squares to the south and southwest. Meadows Downs separates arms of the lake.
Road on Pinnockshill The road runs right along the eastern side of Colliford Lake. Here it crosses a low hill near the northeastern corner of the reservoir. The rounded hill in the background is Brown Gelly, in SX1972.
Road on Pinnockshill
The road runs right along the eastern side of Colliford Lake. Here it crosses a low hill near the northeastern corner of the reservoir. The rounded hill in the background is Brown Gelly, in SX1972.
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Gillhouse Downs is located at Grid Ref: SX1973 (Lat: 50.536095, Lng: -4.5543122)

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