Basill

Heritage Site in Cornwall

England

Basill

Lane to Tregulland Climbing steeply from the River Inny, with youngish woodland on the left.
Lane to Tregulland Credit: Derek Harper

Basill, Cornwall is a small village located in the southwestern region of England. It is widely recognized as a heritage site due to its rich historical and cultural significance. The village is nestled amidst picturesque landscapes, with rolling hills and stunning coastal views.

The history of Basill dates back to ancient times, with evidence of human settlement in the area dating back to the Neolithic period. The village has witnessed various waves of occupation, including the Romans and the Saxons. This has resulted in a diverse array of archaeological remains, including ancient burial mounds and Roman fortifications.

One of the most prominent landmarks in Basill is the St. Petroc's Church, which stands as a testament to the village's religious heritage. The church is believed to have been established in the 6th century and features a mix of architectural styles, including Norman and Gothic elements. Inside, visitors can admire beautiful stained glass windows and intricately carved wooden furnishings.

In addition to its historical significance, Basill is also renowned for its natural beauty. The village is situated near the rugged Cornish coastline, providing visitors with opportunities for coastal walks and breathtaking views. The nearby Basill Bay is a popular destination for beachgoers and water sports enthusiasts.

Basill offers a range of amenities for tourists, including charming bed and breakfast accommodations, traditional pubs, and local shops selling handmade crafts and souvenirs. The village also hosts regular events and festivals that celebrate its cultural heritage, attracting visitors from near and far.

Overall, Basill, Cornwall is a captivating heritage site that combines a rich historical past with stunning natural landscapes, making it a must-visit destination for history buffs and nature lovers alike.

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Basill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.632/-4.538 or Grid Reference SX2084. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lane to Tregulland Climbing steeply from the River Inny, with youngish woodland on the left.
Lane to Tregulland
Climbing steeply from the River Inny, with youngish woodland on the left.
Inny near Tregulland A glimpse of the River Inny, flowing towards the camera and then left, through a hedge (hence the odd blurry bits near the edges).
Inny near Tregulland
A glimpse of the River Inny, flowing towards the camera and then left, through a hedge (hence the odd blurry bits near the edges).
Footpath to St Clether Footpath 536 7/1 runs downstream close to the River Inny (just to the right) to the church at St Clether past the well chapel shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1029808">SX2084 : St Clether Holy Well</a>.
Footpath to St Clether
Footpath 536 7/1 runs downstream close to the River Inny (just to the right) to the church at St Clether past the well chapel shown in SX2084 : St Clether Holy Well.
Junction near Tregulland The lane to the left leads up to the scene in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4439241">SX1985 : Lane to Tregulland</a>. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4449335">SX1984 : Footpath to St Clether</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4449303">SX1984 : Inny near Tregulland</a> were taken from close to the parked car.
Junction near Tregulland
The lane to the left leads up to the scene in SX1985 : Lane to Tregulland. SX1984 : Footpath to St Clether and SX1984 : Inny near Tregulland were taken from close to the parked car.
Inny valley near Tregulland With a pond in the foreground rushy meadow.
Inny valley near Tregulland
With a pond in the foreground rushy meadow.
Bridge over the Inny The lane from Trevivian crosses the river to reach the junction shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4449343">SX1984 : Junction near Tregulland</a>.
Bridge over the Inny
The lane from Trevivian crosses the river to reach the junction shown in SX1984 : Junction near Tregulland.
Lane to St Clether Climbing from the Inny valley.
Lane to St Clether
Climbing from the Inny valley.
Hillside, Tregulland On the east side of the lane shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4439241">SX1985 : Lane to Tregulland</a>, a glimpse of gorse and blackthorn on the northern slopes of the Inny valley.
Hillside, Tregulland
On the east side of the lane shown in SX1985 : Lane to Tregulland, a glimpse of gorse and blackthorn on the northern slopes of the Inny valley.
Lane to Tregulland A little further up the steep lane shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4439241">SX1985 : Lane to Tregulland</a>.
Lane to Tregulland
A little further up the steep lane shown in SX1985 : Lane to Tregulland.
Lane past Treboy Treboy and Treboy farm are just off to the right. A large puddle awaits just along the lane.
Lane past Treboy
Treboy and Treboy farm are just off to the right. A large puddle awaits just along the lane.
Lane to Treboy A little down the lane from the cross shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2002531">SX1883 : Stone cross nr St Clether</a>. The sun was supposed to be out by now, but, as you might notice, it's a miserable afternoon.
Lane to Treboy
A little down the lane from the cross shown in SX1883 : Stone cross nr St Clether. The sun was supposed to be out by now, but, as you might notice, it's a miserable afternoon.
Junction and cross near St Clether The cross is described at <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1018002" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1018002">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, although apparently relocated, is still within this square by a few metres.
Junction and cross near St Clether
The cross is described at LinkExternal link and, although apparently relocated, is still within this square by a few metres.
Cross near St Clether A slightly closer view of the cross shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2002531">SX1883 : Stone cross nr St Clether</a> and described at <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1018002" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1018002">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> : "an upright granite shaft with a round, 'wheel' head. The overall height of the monument is 1.52m ... The head is 0.66m wide, and both principal faces bear a relief equal limbed cross with slightly expanded ends to the limbs ... At the neck are two rounded projections, one on either side of the shaft".
Cross near St Clether
A slightly closer view of the cross shown in SX1883 : Stone cross nr St Clether and described at LinkExternal link : "an upright granite shaft with a round, 'wheel' head. The overall height of the monument is 1.52m ... The head is 0.66m wide, and both principal faces bear a relief equal limbed cross with slightly expanded ends to the limbs ... At the neck are two rounded projections, one on either side of the shaft".
Lane from Treboy Farm Looking in the opposite direction from where <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5665621">SX1883 : Lane to Treboy</a> was taken.
Lane from Treboy Farm
Looking in the opposite direction from where SX1883 : Lane to Treboy was taken.
Lane to Tregue Near Treboy Farm.
Lane to Tregue
Near Treboy Farm.
Path near St Clether A little further on from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4449232">SX2183 : Path near St Clether</a>, footpath 536 9/1 is just revealing the view in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4439227">SX2183 : Inny valley below St Clether</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4449280">SX2183 : Hillside near St Clether</a>.
Path near St Clether
A little further on from SX2183 : Path near St Clether, footpath 536 9/1 is just revealing the view in SX2183 : Inny valley below St Clether and SX2183 : Hillside near St Clether.
A395 at Cold Northcott Wind Farm The entrance road to the gate shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4449538">SX2185 : Cold Northcott Wind Farm</a>, with some of the wind turbines in the background.
A395 at Cold Northcott Wind Farm
The entrance road to the gate shown in SX2185 : Cold Northcott Wind Farm, with some of the wind turbines in the background.
Old Milestone by the A395, west of Sweetwell Carved stone post by the A395, in parish of ST CLETHER (NORTH CORNWALL District), Napps, by Cold Northcott wind farm, on the verge, on North side of road. Launceston pillar, erected by the Launceston turnpike trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
L
8

Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1159289
<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1159289" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1159289">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: CW_LACF08.
Old Milestone by the A395, west of Sweetwell
Carved stone post by the A395, in parish of ST CLETHER (NORTH CORNWALL District), Napps, by Cold Northcott wind farm, on the verge, on North side of road. Launceston pillar, erected by the Launceston turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- L 8 Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1159289 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: CW_LACF08.
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Basill is located at Grid Ref: SX2084 (Lat: 50.632, Lng: -4.538)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Located within 500m of 50.632,-4.538
St Clether
Is In: Cornwall, England, UK
Name Kw: Sen Kleder
Place: village
Lat/Long: 50.6296363/-4.5345416
St Clether Holy Well
Archaeological Site: well
Historic: archaeological_site
Wikidata: Q17531954
Lat/Long: 50.6330822/-4.5434155
Generator Method: wind_turbine
Generator Source: wind
Generator Type: horizontal_axis
Power: generator
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Village Info
Tourism: information
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Basil
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Lat/Long: 50.6288521/-4.5398641
Power: pole
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