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Bulland Downs

Downs, Moorland in Cornwall

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Bulland Downs

Road to Lamelgate
Road to Lamelgate Credit: David Smith

Bulland Downs, located in Cornwall, England, is a captivating area of moorland known for its breathtaking natural beauty and historical significance. Stretching across approximately 2,000 acres, this vast expanse of land offers visitors a unique glimpse into Cornwall's diverse landscape.

The Downs are characterized by rolling hills, expansive grasslands, and stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The area is rich in flora and fauna, with heather, gorse, and wildflowers painting the landscape in vibrant colors during the summer months. It is also home to a variety of wildlife, including rare birds, butterflies, and small mammals.

One of the main attractions of Bulland Downs is its historical significance. The area is scattered with remnants of ancient settlements, including stone circles, burial mounds, and Bronze Age barrows. These archaeological sites provide insight into the region's past and offer a fascinating glimpse into the lives of its early inhabitants.

Bulland Downs is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering numerous walking trails and paths that allow visitors to explore the area at their own pace. The rugged terrain provides an excellent opportunity for hiking, birdwatching, and photography.

Visitors to Bulland Downs can also enjoy the tranquility and solitude that the moorland offers, providing a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether it's admiring the stunning vistas, exploring the archaeological sites, or simply enjoying a leisurely walk, Bulland Downs promises a memorable experience for all who venture into its remarkable landscape.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.497931/-4.4950269 or Grid Reference SX2369. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road to Lamelgate
Road to Lamelgate
Bus shelter by entrance to St Cleer Sports Ground
Bus shelter by entrance to St Cleer Sports Ground
Cottages near Draynes Bridge
Cottages near Draynes Bridge
Road to Bulland Farm
Road to Bulland Farm
Bracken and bare trees by the road passing Bulland Downs
Bracken and bare trees by the road passing Bulland Downs
Road to North Netherton
Road to North Netherton
Stone Stile SX2268 At Draynes Bridge, beside the road to Bolventor, opposite the turning to Golitha Falls car park. The stile leads directly from the roadside up onto a dry stone wall. The stile does not lead to a public footpath, but into fields. The W side is constructed of steps: four treads projecting from the wall, made of stone blocks. The N side is simply a partly tumbled part of the stone wall, 3m along from the steps. Height on W side 140cm. Height on N side 80cm. Width N/A. Not on a right of way. Next to the road but not on a marked footpath.
Stone Stile SX2268
At Draynes Bridge, beside the road to Bolventor, opposite the turning to Golitha Falls car park. The stile leads directly from the roadside up onto a dry stone wall. The stile does not lead to a public footpath, but into fields. The W side is constructed of steps: four treads projecting from the wall, made of stone blocks. The N side is simply a partly tumbled part of the stone wall, 3m along from the steps. Height on W side 140cm. Height on N side 80cm. Width N/A. Not on a right of way. Next to the road but not on a marked footpath.
Stone Stile SX2368a On the B3360 60m W of King Doniert’s Stone. Sheep stile with protruding stone steps and galvanised steel handrail across a high field boundary wall accessing a public footpath across a field heading SE. Public footpath 624/14/1 gold from B3360 towards St Cleer.
Stone Stile SX2368a
On the B3360 60m W of King Doniert’s Stone. Sheep stile with protruding stone steps and galvanised steel handrail across a high field boundary wall accessing a public footpath across a field heading SE. Public footpath 624/14/1 gold from B3360 towards St Cleer.
Stone Stile SX2369a South Trekeive. The small stile is in combination with and follows on from a wooden stile, immediately beside a stream. One tread on each side, granite blocks. Height on W side 35cm. Height on E side 35cm. Width 100cm. In reasonable state of repair. Public footpath 624/27/2 Gold from Draynes Bridge to South Trekeive.
Stone Stile SX2369a
South Trekeive. The small stile is in combination with and follows on from a wooden stile, immediately beside a stream. One tread on each side, granite blocks. Height on W side 35cm. Height on E side 35cm. Width 100cm. In reasonable state of repair. Public footpath 624/27/2 Gold from Draynes Bridge to South Trekeive.
Stone Stile SX2369b South Trekeive. Approximately 25m east of stile SX2369a. Immediately beside the stream, the stile leads from the footpath onto a road. On the west side, two treads and a third one on the ground. Two treads on the eastern side. Height on W side 100cm. Height on E side 80cm. Width 76cm. In good state of repair. Public footpath 624/27/2 Gold from: Draynes Bridge to: South Trekieve.
Stone Stile SX2369b
South Trekeive. Approximately 25m east of stile SX2369a. Immediately beside the stream, the stile leads from the footpath onto a road. On the west side, two treads and a third one on the ground. Two treads on the eastern side. Height on W side 100cm. Height on E side 80cm. Width 76cm. In good state of repair. Public footpath 624/27/2 Gold from: Draynes Bridge to: South Trekieve.
Stone Stile SX2369c South Trekeive: Within a hedge bank and field boundary, beside a stream (tributary of R Fowey). On a signed but minor public footpath. Constructed of granite blocks, as is the drystone wall of the hedge bank. Two projecting treads on each side, with a further stone block on the ground below to act as the lowest step. Height on W side 120cm. Height on E side 120cm. Width 86cm. Public footpath 624/27/2 Gold from Draynes Bridge to South Trekeive.
Stone Stile SX2369c
South Trekeive: Within a hedge bank and field boundary, beside a stream (tributary of R Fowey). On a signed but minor public footpath. Constructed of granite blocks, as is the drystone wall of the hedge bank. Two projecting treads on each side, with a further stone block on the ground below to act as the lowest step. Height on W side 120cm. Height on E side 120cm. Width 86cm. Public footpath 624/27/2 Gold from Draynes Bridge to South Trekeive.
Stone Stile SX2468a 275m NW of St Cleer Recreation Ground at the start of a track heading W towards King Doniert’s Stone and the B3360. Sheep stile with four protruding stone steps on the east side and five protruding stone steps on the west side, across a high boundary wall giving access to a farm track. Public footpath 624/14/1 gold from St Cleer towards B3360.
Stone Stile SX2468a
275m NW of St Cleer Recreation Ground at the start of a track heading W towards King Doniert’s Stone and the B3360. Sheep stile with four protruding stone steps on the east side and five protruding stone steps on the west side, across a high boundary wall giving access to a farm track. Public footpath 624/14/1 gold from St Cleer towards B3360.
The Old School House
The Old School House
Windsurfers on Siblyback Lake A reservoir used for watersports and fishing. Run by the South West Lakes Trust <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.swlakestrust.org.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.swlakestrust.org.uk/">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>
Windsurfers on Siblyback Lake
A reservoir used for watersports and fishing. Run by the South West Lakes Trust LinkExternal link
Old Boundary Marker near Siblyback Lake Water Company Boundary Marker in the gorse scrub on the southern slope of the valley south of the Siblyback Lake dam. St Cleer parish. Inscribed ECWB vertically. One of three rectangular granite boundstones near to the dam and water works at the southern end of Sibleyback Lake reservoir. These stones are marked ECWB, meaning East Cornwall Water Board, and presumably mark the extent of Water Board land in the proximity of the dam and associated buildings. The work here commenced in 1965 and was completed in 1969. Milestone Society National ID: CW_STCL08em
Old Boundary Marker near Siblyback Lake
Water Company Boundary Marker in the gorse scrub on the southern slope of the valley south of the Siblyback Lake dam. St Cleer parish. Inscribed ECWB vertically. One of three rectangular granite boundstones near to the dam and water works at the southern end of Sibleyback Lake reservoir. These stones are marked ECWB, meaning East Cornwall Water Board, and presumably mark the extent of Water Board land in the proximity of the dam and associated buildings. The work here commenced in 1965 and was completed in 1969. Milestone Society National ID: CW_STCL08em
Old Boundary Marker near Siblyback Lake Water Company Boundary Marker in the field immediately to the south of the Siblyback Lake dam, clearly visible from the track around the lake. St Cleer parish. Inscribed ECWB vertically. One of three rectangular granite boundstones near to the dam and water works at the southern end of Sibleyback Lake reservoir. These stones are marked ECWB, meaning East Cornwall Water Board, and presumably mark the extent of Water Board land in the proximity of the dam and associated buildings. The work here commenced in 1965 and was completed in 1969. Milestone Society National ID: CW_STCL09em
Old Boundary Marker near Siblyback Lake
Water Company Boundary Marker in the field immediately to the south of the Siblyback Lake dam, clearly visible from the track around the lake. St Cleer parish. Inscribed ECWB vertically. One of three rectangular granite boundstones near to the dam and water works at the southern end of Sibleyback Lake reservoir. These stones are marked ECWB, meaning East Cornwall Water Board, and presumably mark the extent of Water Board land in the proximity of the dam and associated buildings. The work here commenced in 1965 and was completed in 1969. Milestone Society National ID: CW_STCL09em
Old Boundary Marker near Siblyback Lake Water Company Boundary Marker on the northern bank of the track around Siblyback Lake 50 metres from the northern end of the dam. St Cleer parish. Inscribed ECWB vertically. One of three rectangular granite boundstones near to the dam and water works at the southern end of Sibleyback Lake reservoir. These stones are marked ECWB, meaning East Cornwall Water Board, and presumably mark the extent of Water Board land in the proximity of the dam and associated buildings. The work here commenced in 1965 and was completed in 1969. Milestone Society National ID: CW_STCL10em
Old Boundary Marker near Siblyback Lake
Water Company Boundary Marker on the northern bank of the track around Siblyback Lake 50 metres from the northern end of the dam. St Cleer parish. Inscribed ECWB vertically. One of three rectangular granite boundstones near to the dam and water works at the southern end of Sibleyback Lake reservoir. These stones are marked ECWB, meaning East Cornwall Water Board, and presumably mark the extent of Water Board land in the proximity of the dam and associated buildings. The work here commenced in 1965 and was completed in 1969. Milestone Society National ID: CW_STCL10em
Shrinking Siblyback Lake As a result of the low rainfall during the past six months, the view of Siblyback Lake shows a green lake bed where normally there would be water! The depth on some banks is as much as eight foot lower.
Shrinking Siblyback Lake
As a result of the low rainfall during the past six months, the view of Siblyback Lake shows a green lake bed where normally there would be water! The depth on some banks is as much as eight foot lower.
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Bulland Downs is located at Grid Ref: SX2369 (Lat: 50.497931, Lng: -4.4950269)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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