Lead Pool

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Cornwall

England

Lead Pool

Cliffs below Pistil Meadow A view of the cliffs below Pistil Meadow, from the S W Coastal Path.
Cliffs below Pistil Meadow Credit: Oscar Taylor

Lead Pool is a picturesque tidal pool located in Cornwall, England. Situated along the coast, Lead Pool offers stunning views of the sea and surrounding cliffs. The pool is formed by a natural rock formation that creates a sheltered area perfect for swimming and relaxing.

Lead Pool is known for its crystal-clear waters and calm, peaceful atmosphere. The pool is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike, who come to enjoy a refreshing swim or simply soak up the sun on the rocky shores. The pool is also a great spot for snorkeling, with a variety of marine life to be discovered beneath the surface.

Surrounded by lush greenery and rocky cliffs, Lead Pool provides a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The pool is accessible via a short walk from the nearest parking area, making it a convenient destination for visitors looking to unwind in a natural setting.

Overall, Lead Pool is a hidden gem in Cornwall, offering a serene and scenic escape for those looking to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of the Cornish coastline.

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Lead Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 49.958251/-5.2157665 or Grid Reference SW6911. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cliffs below Pistil Meadow A view of the cliffs below Pistil Meadow, from the S W Coastal Path.
Cliffs below Pistil Meadow
A view of the cliffs below Pistil Meadow, from the S W Coastal Path.
Kynance Cove from Pistil Meadow headland Asparagus Island and Kynance Cove from Pistil Meadow headland.
Kynance Cove from Pistil Meadow headland
Asparagus Island and Kynance Cove from Pistil Meadow headland.
Cliffs near Pentreath Beach Some cliffs on the S W Coastal Path between Pentreath Beach and Lizard Point.
Cliffs near Pentreath Beach
Some cliffs on the S W Coastal Path between Pentreath Beach and Lizard Point.
Polpeor Cove
Polpeor Cove
Crane Ledges
Crane Ledges
Fields near Lizard village
Fields near Lizard village
Steps down to Polpeor Cove After you!
Steps down to Polpeor Cove
After you!
Entering Pistil Meadow Legend has it that this was the burial site of 200 souls lost in the wreck of the Royal Anne Galley in 1721. This has now probably been disproved by a study conducted in 2014-16 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://thisismast.org//research/pistil-meadow-and-the-royal-anne.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://thisismast.org//research/pistil-meadow-and-the-royal-anne.html">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>
Entering Pistil Meadow
Legend has it that this was the burial site of 200 souls lost in the wreck of the Royal Anne Galley in 1721. This has now probably been disproved by a study conducted in 2014-16 LinkExternal link
Looking out from Pistil Meadow Shag Rock on the left.
Looking out from Pistil Meadow
Shag Rock on the left.
Bridleway leading from Pistil Meadow to Lizard Village
Bridleway leading from Pistil Meadow to Lizard Village
Looking down on Pistil Meadow From the bridleway down from Lizard Village.
Looking down on Pistil Meadow
From the bridleway down from Lizard Village.
Farm gates by the bridleway Down from Lizard Village.
Farm gates by the bridleway
Down from Lizard Village.
The Lizard Lifeboat Station The Lizard Lifeboat Station at Lizard Point, below the Lighthouse.
The Lizard Lifeboat Station
The Lizard Lifeboat Station at Lizard Point, below the Lighthouse.
The Lizard Lighthouse Foghorn The Lizard Foghorn comprises two diaphone horns operated by compressed air, nowadays electrically operated giving one three second blast every thirty seconds when air moisture exceeds a certain figure.  Originally it was operated by a steam compressor, changed to diesel operation after 1907.
The Lizard Lighthouse Foghorn
The Lizard Foghorn comprises two diaphone horns operated by compressed air, nowadays electrically operated giving one three second blast every thirty seconds when air moisture exceeds a certain figure. Originally it was operated by a steam compressor, changed to diesel operation after 1907.
Lizard Methodist Church
Lizard Methodist Church
Footpath down to Lizard Point A footpath leading down to Lizard Point.
Footpath down to Lizard Point
A footpath leading down to Lizard Point.
Steps down to Lizard Point A footpath with steps down to Lizard Point.
Steps down to Lizard Point
A footpath with steps down to Lizard Point.
Lizard Point Lizard Point is the most southerly place in Britain.
Lizard Point
Lizard Point is the most southerly place in Britain.
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Lead Pool is located at Grid Ref: SW6911 (Lat: 49.958251, Lng: -5.2157665)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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