Bream Cove

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Cornwall

England

Bream Cove

The Mexican tall ship 'Cuauhtemoc' Leaving Falmouth during the 2008 Funchal 500 Tall Ships Regatta. — The Mexican tall ship 'Cuauhtemoc' Credit: Rod Allday

Bream Cove is a picturesque coastal area located in Cornwall, England. Situated near the iconic town of St. Ives, this stunning cove offers visitors a unique blend of natural beauty and serene tranquility.

Bream Cove is primarily known for its pristine sea, estuary, and creek, which make it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and water sports enthusiasts alike. The cove's crystal-clear waters provide the perfect setting for swimming, snorkeling, and diving, allowing visitors to explore the marine life that thrives beneath the surface. The gentle waves also attract surfers of all levels, who can enjoy riding the waves in this idyllic location.

One of the highlights of Bream Cove is its estuary, which is formed by the convergence of a river and the sea. This estuary is a haven for birdwatchers, offering a sanctuary for a variety of bird species, including herons, egrets, and kingfishers. The estuary also provides a unique opportunity for kayakers and paddleboarders to navigate through the calm waters, surrounded by breathtaking scenery.

In addition to the sea and estuary, Bream Cove is known for its picturesque creek. This narrow waterway winds its way through the surrounding countryside, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking solitude. The creek is perfect for leisurely walks, picnics, and wildlife spotting, as it is home to an array of plant and animal species.

Overall, Bream Cove in Cornwall is a hidden gem that showcases the natural beauty of the British coastline. Whether it's exploring the sea, estuary, or creek, visitors to Bream Cove are sure to be captivated by its stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife.

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Bream Cove Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.115365/-5.0905136 or Grid Reference SW7928. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Mexican tall ship 'Cuauhtemoc'

Leaving Falmouth during the 2008 Funchal 500 Tall Ships Regatta.

Rod Allday

Field gate at Meudon Farm

Rod Allday

Autumn afternoon sun on the track in the valley at Maenporth

Rod Allday

Field at Trerose

Looking across Falmouth Bay to St Anthony Head.

Rod Allday

Field lying fallow at Chenhalls

This field has often been used for the growing of daffodils - see SW7828 : Rows of daffodils at Chenhalls.

Rod Allday

The Proclamation of the Accession of His Majesty King Charles III at 6.00pm on Sunday 11th November 2022 in Mawnan Smith

Declared by the Chairman of Mawnan Parish Council on the steps of the Great War Memorial Hall.

Rod Allday

Western National bus on Maenporth Road

Western National bus drivers would have been well used to steering full sized vehicles along narrow Cornish lanes - and usually did so at a brisk pace. Cars and pedestrians were well advised to just get out of the way and here the photographer has had to more or less bury himself in the hedgerow to avoid a Bristol RE storming up the hill from Maenporth beach. In 1977 the 564 ran this way three times a day as a summer only variant of the main service between Falmouth and Helford Passage. The bus itself, ATA764L, would have been about five years old at the time and remained with Western National until 1986 when it was sold to Chase of Chasetown in Staffordshire; it subsequently moved on to Express Motors of Bontnewydd before being scrapped following an accident in 1990.

Stephen McKay

Mawnan Smith

The centre of this Cornish village is dominated by its thatched pub, the Red Lion. Here in the summer of 1977 it was decorated with a union flag and bunting to celebrate the silver jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. Devenish owned a large estate of west Cornwall pubs in the 1970s - the beers were brewed at Redruth - but the company no longer exists. The road ahead through the village leads to Helford Passage. Note the Barclays Bank sign on the right of the picture; it seems hard to believe now, in an age when banks are closing branches in quite large towns, that they once had a presence in such rural places.

Stephen McKay