Carrag-a-pilez

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Cornwall

England

Carrag-a-pilez

Heavy sea at Poldhu Cove, near Mullion, Cornwall The building on the cliff top is a care home (Hope I&#039;ll be able to afford to go there when the time comes). — Heavy sea at Poldhu Cove, near Mullion, Cornwall Credit: Derek Voller

Carrag-a-pilez is a prominent headland located in Cornwall, England. Situated along the rugged coastline, Carrag-a-pilez offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and surrounding cliffs. The headland is characterized by its steep cliffs, rocky outcrops, and unique geological formations.

Carrag-a-pilez is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, who come to explore the coastal paths and enjoy the scenic beauty of the area. The headland is also home to a variety of wildlife, including seabirds, seals, and other marine animals.

Visitors to Carrag-a-pilez can take in the breathtaking views from the top of the headland, where they can see for miles along the coastline. The area is also known for its historical significance, with evidence of ancient settlements and mining activities dating back centuries.

Overall, Carrag-a-pilez is a picturesque and captivating coastal feature that offers visitors a glimpse into the natural beauty and rich history of Cornwall.

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Carrag-a-pilez Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.036558/-5.2671201 or Grid Reference SW6620. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Heavy sea at Poldhu Cove, near Mullion, Cornwall

The building on the cliff top is a care home (Hope I'll be able to afford to go there when the time comes).

Derek Voller

The South West Coast Path above Polurrian Cove

The South West Coast Path National Trail - 630 miles of superb coastal walking. From Minehead on the edge of the Exmoor National Park to the shores of Poole Harbour in Dorset. It is the longest of all Britain's National Trails. Website: Link

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The Polurrian Hotel seen from The South West Coast Path above Polurrian Cove

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Poldhu Cove

Maurice D Budden

Beach cafe at Poldhu, Cornwall

nick macneill

Cliffs north of Mullion Cove

nick macneill

Mullion Garden - with compass rose and water feature

In the year 2000, Mullion village underwent various forms of regeneration. One of improvements involved taking over an overgrown and neglected village green and transforming it into 'Mullion Garden'. This area is now a peaceful and beautiful community garden. It is an ideal location for relaxing in the sun. As a feature it has a water fountain set at the centre of a compass rose and surrounded by a long typical Cornish stone wall which is designed to incorporate a long bench. 'Mullion Garden' was formally opened on 4 July 2002.

Colin Vosper

The Old Inn - Mullion

This photo with a person outside the thatched building gives some indication of the scale of this old 16th century building now used as a public house. There is newer building alongside and now all part of the pub. When seen side-by-side the difference in scale of the two buildings from different time periods can be seen very clearly. To see the size comparison follow the link: SW6719 : The Old Inn

Colin Vosper

Marconi Monument - top feature

This is a close up of the stone feature on the top of the monument to Marconi's success in trans-Atlantic communications. No doubt that is reflected in the choice of the stone globe on the top of the monument represents the Earth. SW6619 : The Marconi Monument

Colin Vosper

Marconi Monument, Poldhu Cove, Cornwall

Michael W Beales BEM

Towards Angrouse Farm

We had started, only 10 minuts earlier, in rain, but the sun came out quickly after the rain stopped and the barley here was glistening. At the far end of this footpath, near Angrouse Farm, John Wesley preached a sermon on 7th September 1762. There is a stone marking the location, which is a listed structure.

Graham Horn

Wild flowers at Angrouse Lane

The lane from Angrouse Farm towards the Marconi monument was full of wild hedgerow plants. Here is one of them, which hopefully someone will identify for me.

Graham Horn

Marconi monument

This monument is close to the spot where, in 1901, Marconi sent the first radio signal across the Atlantic. Nearby is the location of Poldhu Wireless Station, which operated between 1900 and 1933. In the foreground is a typical Cornish wall, of stones laid one end.

Graham Horn

Poldhu Cove

Coming from the south this is the first view of Poldhu Cove, a deep but narrow inlet. Beyond, in SW6620 is Church Cove, which we will get to later.

Graham Horn

Poldhu Cove

This is a popular cove, because the length of the cove means that there is a nice section of relatively sheltered water before the open sea. On the far cliff top is Poldhu Point Hotel.

Graham Horn

Pollurian Cove

A view of the cove which shows the Lizard boundary fault. The boundary between the blueschists of the Lizard ophiolite and Devonian metapelites.

Ashley Dace

Lizard Ophiolite - Blueschist

A view of blueschist (hornblende blueschist), it used to be seafloor/subseafloor basalt volcanics before high P, low T metamorphism.

Ashley Dace

Lizard Ophiolite - Blueschist

A view of blueschist (hornblende blueschist), it used to be seafloor/subseafloor basalt volcanics before high P, low T metamorphism. On the other side is metapelites of Devonian age, separated by the Lizard Boundary fault.

Ashley Dace

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Carrag-a-pilez is located at Grid Ref: SW6620 (Lat: 50.036558, Lng: -5.2671201)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall