Beacon

Settlement in Cornwall

England

Beacon

Wheal Grenville Fortesque's shaft and whim The impressive engine house at Fortesque's shaft with the drawing whim beyond. See
<a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4131867" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4131867">Link</a> for more details.
Wheal Grenville Fortesque's shaft and whim Credit: Richard Bird

Beacon is a small village located in Cornwall, a county in southwest England. Situated on the south coast, Beacon offers stunning views of the English Channel and is renowned for its picturesque landscapes and charming atmosphere. The village is part of the civil parish of St. Agnes and lies within the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Beacon is primarily a rural area, characterized by rolling hills, lush green fields, and rugged coastline. The village is surrounded by a mix of farmland and moorland, creating a diverse and scenic environment. Its location near the coast makes it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, who can enjoy activities such as hiking, cycling, and birdwatching.

Despite its small size, Beacon boasts a strong sense of community and is home to a tight-knit population. The village has a few amenities, including a local pub and a village hall, which serves as a gathering place for events and community activities. Nearby, visitors can explore the historic mining town of St. Agnes, which offers a wider range of shops, restaurants, and services.

Beacon is well-connected to other parts of Cornwall, with good road links to nearby towns and the city of Truro, which is approximately 8 miles away. The village provides a peaceful and idyllic retreat for those seeking a slower pace of life, while still offering easy access to the amenities and attractions of the surrounding area.

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Beacon Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.204253/-5.2946014 or Grid Reference SW6539. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wheal Grenville Fortesque's shaft and whim The impressive engine house at Fortesque's shaft with the drawing whim beyond. See
<a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4131867" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4131867">Link</a> for more details.
Wheal Grenville Fortesque's shaft and whim
The impressive engine house at Fortesque's shaft with the drawing whim beyond. See Link for more details.
Old Wayside Cross in Camborne churchyard Camborne Cross, the head and neck of an old wayside cross moved to Camborne churchyard south of the church in Camborne parish. The cross was originally sited at Camborne Cross SW648398, was moved to Trevu House SW651394 in 1845, and then to its current location in 1935.

Milestone Society National ID: CWKE_CAM05
Old Wayside Cross in Camborne churchyard
Camborne Cross, the head and neck of an old wayside cross moved to Camborne churchyard south of the church in Camborne parish. The cross was originally sited at Camborne Cross SW648398, was moved to Trevu House SW651394 in 1845, and then to its current location in 1935. Milestone Society National ID: CWKE_CAM05
Old Wayside Cross off Chapel Street, Camborne Killivose Cross, also called Trevu Cross number 2, the head of a wayside cross moved inside the railings at the southwest corner of the site of Wesley Chapel on Chapel Street in Camborne parish. Grade II Listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1142651" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1142651">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> and a Scheduled Monument <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1006666" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1006666">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: CWKE_CAM07
Old Wayside Cross off Chapel Street, Camborne
Killivose Cross, also called Trevu Cross number 2, the head of a wayside cross moved inside the railings at the southwest corner of the site of Wesley Chapel on Chapel Street in Camborne parish. Grade II Listed LinkExternal link and a Scheduled Monument LinkExternal link. Milestone Society National ID: CWKE_CAM07
Cross Milestone Society National ID: CWKE_CAM05
National Survey of Wayside Features by The Milestone Society
Cross
Milestone Society National ID: CWKE_CAM05 National Survey of Wayside Features by The Milestone Society
Beacon Methodist Church
Beacon Methodist Church
Beacon Methodist Church
Beacon Methodist Church
Penponds Methodist Church
Penponds Methodist Church
Holy Trinity Church
Holy Trinity Church
Corner of Trevenson Street and  Stray Park Road
Corner of Trevenson Street and Stray Park Road
St John the Baptist RC Church
St John the Baptist RC Church
Camborne Wesley Methodist Church
Camborne Wesley Methodist Church
Bus stop
Bus stop
Camborne Library
Camborne Library
St. John's Church
St. John's Church
Former Mission Church with adjoining Sunday School at left
Former Mission Church with adjoining Sunday School at left
Troon Methodist Church
Troon Methodist Church
Chapel Square leading to Chapel Farm
Chapel Square leading to Chapel Farm
Troon Cemetery
Troon Cemetery
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Beacon is located at Grid Ref: SW6539 (Lat: 50.204253, Lng: -5.2946014)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

What 3 Words

///envisage.digital.fallback. Near Camborne, Cornwall

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.204253,-5.2946014
Bus Stop
Cadogan Close
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Covered: no
Description: Signage on pole, road markings, timetable board
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Public Transport: platform
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Source: survey
Survey Date: 2021-04-29
Tactile Paving: no
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Bus Stop
Cadogan Close
Bench: no
Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Covered: no
Description: Signage on pole with bin, road markings, timetable board
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Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2021-04-29
Tactile Paving: no
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Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 50.2061208/-5.2975269
Turning Circle
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Turning Circle
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Turning Circle
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Turning Circle
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Knave-Go-By
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Wikidata: Q42888068
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Barrier: stile
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Turning Circle
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Historic: memorial
Inscription: Deadicated to Raymound Thomas 1998, who planted and cared for this thorn fence during his lifetime
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Barrier: stile
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Barrier: stile
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Waste Basket
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2020-07-11
Lat/Long: 50.2037783/-5.2905855
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:30; Sa 07:30
Description: In the wall at the end of the wall next to drive way
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: TR14 118
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2020-07-11
Lat/Long: 50.2038449/-5.290448
Bus Stop
Mount Pleasant Close
Bench: no
Bus: yes
Description: Bus stop markings on the ground with timestable post between 84 and 86
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Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: CBORNE
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2021-04-29
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 50.2059865/-5.2961991
Bus Stop
Mount Pleasant Close
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Covered: no
Description: Bus stop markings on the ground with timestable post
Naptan AtcoCode: 0800COA15583
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Naptan NptgLocalityCode: E0044521
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: CBORNE
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2021-04-29
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 50.2058217/-5.2959329
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00; Su off
Description: Mounted inside/on a block pillerat bottom of a drive way
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Design: type_b
Post Box Mounting: brick_pillar
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: TR14 88D
Royal Cypher: GR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102273
Source: survey;aerial imagery;streetlevel imagery
Survey Date: 2020-07-11
Lat/Long: 50.2059311/-5.2960311
Waste Basket
Description: Attached to school sign close to the wall
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2020-07-11
Lat/Long: 50.2076986/-5.2977732
Bus Stop
Trevithick School
Bench: yes
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Description: Bus stop markings on the ground with timestable post
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Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: CBORNE
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2021-04-29
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 50.2078675/-5.2977544
Bus Stop
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Description: Bus stop markings on the ground with timestable post
Naptan AtcoCode: 0800COA15501
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan Indicator: NW-bound
Naptan NaptanCode: corgjadj
Naptan NptgLocalityCode: E0044521
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: CBORNE
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2021-04-29
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 50.2077251/-5.2977913
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: small_installation
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Source: bing
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Source: bing
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Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
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Source: bing
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Bus Stop
Mount Pleasure
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Covered: no
Description: Signage on pole, road markings, timetable board
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Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Mount Pleasure
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Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: CBORNE
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: survey;naptan_data
Survey Date: 2021-04-29
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Turning Circle
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Direction: SW
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Source: bing
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Direction: SE
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Direction: SE
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Source: bing
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Direction: SE
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Source: bing
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Source: bing
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Source: bing;wpd_open_data
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Source: bing
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Barrier: cycle_barrier
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Source: bing
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Source: bing
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Power: pole
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Bench
Lat/Long: 50.2050228/-5.2975673
Traffic Calming: yes
Lat/Long: 50.207603/-5.2976234
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