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Barcastle

Bay in Cornwall

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Barcastle

The Minack Theatre The Minack Theatre, filling up before a performance.
The Minack Theatre Credit: Kevin Pearson

Barcastle, Cornwall (Bay) is a picturesque coastal town located in the southwestern region of England, specifically in Cornwall County. Situated along the stunning coastline of the Celtic Sea, Barcastle offers visitors a unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, and a vibrant local community.

The town is renowned for its breathtaking sandy beaches, with clear turquoise waters that attract both tourists and locals alike. The bay is a haven for water sports enthusiasts, with activities such as surfing, paddleboarding, and sailing being popular choices among visitors. The surrounding cliffs and headlands provide excellent hiking trails, offering spectacular views of the bay and its surrounding landscapes.

Steeped in history, Barcastle boasts a number of notable landmarks. The town's medieval castle, after which it is named, stands proudly on a hilltop overlooking the bay. Built in the 12th century, the castle offers a glimpse into the town's past and serves as a popular tourist attraction. Additionally, the town center features charming cobblestone streets lined with traditional Cornish cottages, quaint shops, and cozy cafes.

Barcastle is also known for its lively local community and warm hospitality. The town hosts various cultural events and festivals throughout the year, showcasing the region's unique traditions and heritage. Visitors can indulge in local cuisine, with fresh seafood being a specialty, and explore the vibrant art scene, with numerous galleries and studios dotting the town.

Overall, Barcastle, Cornwall (Bay) is a captivating destination that combines natural beauty, historical charm, and a welcoming community, making it a must-visit location for travelers seeking an authentic Cornish experience.

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The Minack Theatre The Minack Theatre, filling up before a performance.
The Minack Theatre
The Minack Theatre, filling up before a performance.
Porthcurno car park
Porthcurno car park
Signpost above the Telegraph Museum This post is on the top of the cliff above Porthcurno where the exit from the Telegraph Museum emerges.
Signpost above the Telegraph Museum
This post is on the top of the cliff above Porthcurno where the exit from the Telegraph Museum emerges.
Minack Theatre - Looking down to the stage Taken from high up, above the top row of seating at the Minack Theatre. The four performers on the stage were rehearsing for the 'Last Night of the Proms'.
Minack Theatre - Looking down to the stage
Taken from high up, above the top row of seating at the Minack Theatre. The four performers on the stage were rehearsing for the 'Last Night of the Proms'.
Minack Open Air Theatre A view of the steeply descending amphitheatre at Minack Open Air Theatre.
Minack Open Air Theatre
A view of the steeply descending amphitheatre at Minack Open Air Theatre.
Beach at Porth Curno near Percella Point Looking towards Percella Point from the beach at Porth Curno.
Beach at Porth Curno near Percella Point
Looking towards Percella Point from the beach at Porth Curno.
Minack Theatre With the potential to be the most uncomfortable theatre in the country for those who come unprepared for what the Atlantic weather can throw across the stage; the spectacular location of the Minack Theatre set on granite cliffs overlooking Porthcurno bay guarantees it as a top tourist attraction. Here we see the theatre on a benign September day with a handful of tourists enjoying a leisurely look around this unique venue.
Minack Theatre
With the potential to be the most uncomfortable theatre in the country for those who come unprepared for what the Atlantic weather can throw across the stage; the spectacular location of the Minack Theatre set on granite cliffs overlooking Porthcurno bay guarantees it as a top tourist attraction. Here we see the theatre on a benign September day with a handful of tourists enjoying a leisurely look around this unique venue.
Inside Porthcurno Cable Hut Porthcurno Cable Hut is where telegraph cables from all over the world terminated to be routed to UK destinations. Equipment in this hut enabled engineers to test the various cable circuits before they were routed to the Cable Station on the cliff behind.
Inside Porthcurno Cable Hut
Porthcurno Cable Hut is where telegraph cables from all over the world terminated to be routed to UK destinations. Equipment in this hut enabled engineers to test the various cable circuits before they were routed to the Cable Station on the cliff behind.
Porthcurno beach facing south west
Porthcurno beach facing south west
Old Wayside Cross towards Ardensawah in St Levan parish Ardensawah or Ardensaweth Cross, the old head and neck of a wayside cross. Set beside a stone stile on a footpath northwest of St Levan church in St Levan parish. Grade II Listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1146492" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1146492">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>. See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ocifant/412959521" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ocifant/412959521">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>. Milestone Society National ID: CWPW_SLE01
Old Wayside Cross towards Ardensawah in St Levan parish
Ardensawah or Ardensaweth Cross, the old head and neck of a wayside cross. Set beside a stone stile on a footpath northwest of St Levan church in St Levan parish. Grade II Listed LinkExternal link. See also LinkExternal link. Milestone Society National ID: CWPW_SLE01
Looking down on the stage at the Minack Theatre at the end of the show
Looking down on the stage at the Minack Theatre at the end of the show
The B3315 near Trethewey
The B3315 near Trethewey
Museum of Global Communications, Porthcurno
Museum of Global Communications, Porthcurno
Treen : Penberth River Looking towards the Penberth River in the valley.
Treen : Penberth River
Looking towards the Penberth River in the valley.
Treen : Tretheway A house off Treen Hill.
Treen : Tretheway
A house off Treen Hill.
Porthcurno : WWII Cable Station An underground WWII cable station with a narrow thoroughfare.
Porthcurno : WWII Cable Station
An underground WWII cable station with a narrow thoroughfare.
Porthcurno : PK Porthcurno - WWII Cable Station A WWII bomb dropped nearby by the Luftwaffe and now on display at the museum, as well as a map showing other locations involved in the war.
Porthcurno : PK Porthcurno - WWII Cable Station
A WWII bomb dropped nearby by the Luftwaffe and now on display at the museum, as well as a map showing other locations involved in the war.
Porthcurno : PK Porthcurno - WWII Cable Station Looking across the WWII cable station which is now a museum.
Porthcurno : PK Porthcurno - WWII Cable Station
Looking across the WWII cable station which is now a museum.
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Barcastle is located at Grid Ref: SW3922 (Lat: 50.041561, Lng: -5.6374418)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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