Bellows

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Cornwall

England

Bellows

Trevose Head Trig Pillar
Trevose Head Trig Pillar Credit: Tony Houlihan

Bellows is a picturesque headland located in Cornwall, a county in southwestern England. Situated along the rugged and dramatic coastline, this coastal feature offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. With its towering cliffs, sandy beaches, and panoramic vistas, Bellows is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

The headland is characterized by its unique geological formations, shaped over millions of years by the constant erosion caused by the crashing waves. The cliffs, composed of sedimentary rock layers, exhibit various colors and textures, adding to the charm of the area. At low tide, visitors can explore the exposed rock pools teeming with marine life, providing an educational and interactive experience.

Bellows is also known for its diverse flora and fauna. The headland is home to a variety of plant species, including wildflowers, grasses, and shrubs, which thrive in the mild coastal climate. The area attracts numerous bird species, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching. Visitors may spot seagulls, cormorants, and even the occasional peregrine falcon soaring above the cliffs.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Bellows offers opportunities for hiking and walking along the coastal path. The path winds its way around the headland, providing stunning views of the rugged coastline and the sparkling ocean. Adventurous visitors can also try rock climbing on the cliffs or enjoy water activities such as surfing and swimming in the clear waters.

With its natural beauty, geological significance, and recreational offerings, Bellows is a must-visit destination for those seeking to explore Cornwall's stunning coastline. Whether it's admiring the panoramic views, discovering the diverse wildlife, or simply enjoying the tranquility of the surroundings, Bellows captivates all who set foot on its shores.

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Bellows Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.550539/-5.0310839 or Grid Reference SW8576. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Trevose Head Trig Pillar
Trevose Head Trig Pillar
Trevose Head Trig Pillar - Flush bracket S1735 Trevose Head Triangulation Pillar - Flush bracket S1735
Trevose Head Trig Pillar - Flush bracket S1735
Trevose Head Triangulation Pillar - Flush bracket S1735
Offshore Rocks and the Lighthouse at Trevose Head Looking past the Quies Rocks towards the Trevose Lighthouse a Grade II listed building dating from 1847 (Historic England List Entry No:1212769 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1212769?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1212769?section=official-list-entry">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> ).
Offshore Rocks and the Lighthouse at Trevose Head
Looking past the Quies Rocks towards the Trevose Lighthouse a Grade II listed building dating from 1847 (Historic England List Entry No:1212769 LinkExternal link ).
Trevose Lighthouse Trevose Head Lighthouse was built by Trinity House in 1847 as a guide for vessels in the Bristol Channel. It is situated on the north west extremity of Trevose Head, with gigantic cliffs of grey granite rising sheer from the sea to a height of 150 feet or more. The area, like so much of the Devon and Cornwall coastline, is frequently obscured by sea mists (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.trinityhouse.co.uk/lighthouses-and-lightvessels/trevose-head" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.trinityhouse.co.uk/lighthouses-and-lightvessels/trevose-head">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> Trinity House).

The lighthouse is a Grade II listed building (Historic England List Entry No:1212769 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1212769?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1212769?section=official-list-entry">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> ).
Trevose Lighthouse
Trevose Head Lighthouse was built by Trinity House in 1847 as a guide for vessels in the Bristol Channel. It is situated on the north west extremity of Trevose Head, with gigantic cliffs of grey granite rising sheer from the sea to a height of 150 feet or more. The area, like so much of the Devon and Cornwall coastline, is frequently obscured by sea mists (LinkExternal link Trinity House). The lighthouse is a Grade II listed building (Historic England List Entry No:1212769 LinkExternal link ).
Walk Towards Booby's Bay A view from the path from the car park down to Booby's Bay.
Walk Towards Booby's Bay
A view from the path from the car park down to Booby's Bay.
Fields at Booby's Bay The fields to the north of the path down to Booby's Bay from the car park. You can just see a glimpse of the sea on the horizon.
Fields at Booby's Bay
The fields to the north of the path down to Booby's Bay from the car park. You can just see a glimpse of the sea on the horizon.
The Sea at Booby's Bay Looking down from the cliff at the sea breaking on rocks at Booby's Bay.
The Sea at Booby's Bay
Looking down from the cliff at the sea breaking on rocks at Booby's Bay.
High Tide at Booby's Bay Looking across Booby's Bay towards Constantine Bay and Treyarnon.
High Tide at Booby's Bay
Looking across Booby's Bay towards Constantine Bay and Treyarnon.
Cliff Path at Booby's Bay A cliff top path at Booby's Bay, looking out over the breaking waves.
Cliff Path at Booby's Bay
A cliff top path at Booby's Bay, looking out over the breaking waves.
Rocks at Booby's Bay The sea breaking on rocks at Booby's Bay.
Rocks at Booby's Bay
The sea breaking on rocks at Booby's Bay.
Gentle Cliffs at Booby's Bay The sea breaking on the cliffs and rocks at Booby's Bay.
Gentle Cliffs at Booby's Bay
The sea breaking on the cliffs and rocks at Booby's Bay.
Rocks towards Treyarnon, Booby's Bay Viewed from the very edge of the cliff, the rocks at Booby's Bay, looking towards Treyarnon on the horizon.
Rocks towards Treyarnon, Booby's Bay
Viewed from the very edge of the cliff, the rocks at Booby's Bay, looking towards Treyarnon on the horizon.
Booby's Bay from Cliff Edge Rocks and steep pebble beach at Booby's Bay from the edge of the cliff.
Booby's Bay from Cliff Edge
Rocks and steep pebble beach at Booby's Bay from the edge of the cliff.
View to Trevose Head Taken from near to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7587435">SW8469 : Pendarves Island and view to Park Head</a> looking to Trevose Head about 5 miles (8km) to the north.
See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7589061">SW8576 : Trevose lighthouse from the south</a> for a zoomed view of the lighthouse.
View to Trevose Head
Taken from near to SW8469 : Pendarves Island and view to Park Head looking to Trevose Head about 5 miles (8km) to the north. See SW8576 : Trevose lighthouse from the south for a zoomed view of the lighthouse.
Trevose lighthouse from the south Looking at Trevose lighthouse from near <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7588959">SW8469 : Bedruthan Steps and associated islets</a>. The lighthouse is about 5 miles / 8km to the north.
See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7589057">SW8576 : View to Trevose Head</a> to see it in context.
Trevose lighthouse from the south
Looking at Trevose lighthouse from near SW8469 : Bedruthan Steps and associated islets. The lighthouse is about 5 miles / 8km to the north. See SW8576 : View to Trevose Head to see it in context.
Distant view of "The Bull" "The Bull" is a small islet with associated skerries off the western extremity of Tevose Head. This photo taken from about 5 miles / 8km to the south near to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7588952">SW8469 : Bedruthan Steps from Coastal Path</a>
For a clearer, closer view of this islet, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7595159">SW8476 : The Bull</a>
Distant view of "The Bull"
"The Bull" is a small islet with associated skerries off the western extremity of Tevose Head. This photo taken from about 5 miles / 8km to the south near to SW8469 : Bedruthan Steps from Coastal Path For a clearer, closer view of this islet, see SW8476 : The Bull
Trevose Golf Course This view over part of Trevose Golf Course was taken from near to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7594912">SW8674 : St Constantine's Church</a>
Trevose Golf Course
This view over part of Trevose Golf Course was taken from near to SW8674 : St Constantine's Church
Constantine Bay Beach Looking across the sandy part of the beach at Constantine Bay. (See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7595156">SW8574 : Constantine Bay - Sands with views to Trevose Head</a>)
The beach to the south of this point is comprised of flattish rocks - see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7595154">SW8574 : Constantine Bay - Flat rocks at southern end of beach</a>
Constantine Bay Beach
Looking across the sandy part of the beach at Constantine Bay. (See also SW8574 : Constantine Bay - Sands with views to Trevose Head) The beach to the south of this point is comprised of flattish rocks - see SW8574 : Constantine Bay - Flat rocks at southern end of beach
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Bellows is located at Grid Ref: SW8576 (Lat: 50.550539, Lng: -5.0310839)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.550539,-5.0310839
Source: PGS
Lat/Long: 50.547721/-5.0351549
Source: PGS
Lat/Long: 50.54733/-5.0356295
Trevose Head
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 50.5491609/-5.036402
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 50.5495052/-5.0253194
Man Made: cairn
Lat/Long: 50.5496245/-5.0243913
Access: private
Man Made: mast
Seamark Light Category: air_obstruction
Seamark Light Character: F
Seamark Light Colour: red
Seamark Source: US NGA Pub.114.(2020);Bing
Seamark Type: radio_station
Tower Construction: guyed_lattice
Tower Type: communication
Lat/Long: 50.5484663/-5.033147
Trevose Head
Description: OS trig pillar
Ele: 74.429
Man Made: survey_point
Note: Accurate location import for imagery offset calibration. Please do not move.
Ref: PP173
Source: Ordnance Survey (OGL)
Survey Point: pillar
Tpuk Ref: TP0330
Lat/Long: 50.5484852/-5.0329137
Vending Machine
Vending: parking_tickets
Lat/Long: 50.5470883/-5.0340634
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 50.5487989/-5.0245653
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 50.5488362/-5.0246287
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 50.5496438/-5.0311638
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 50.5491125/-5.0334742
Bench
Backrest: no
Lat/Long: 50.5496278/-5.0295697
Bench
Backrest: yes
Survey Date: 2023-02-12
Lat/Long: 50.5495423/-5.0252503
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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