Crane Castle

Heritage Site in Cornwall

England

Crane Castle

View east from the car park at North Cliffs Looking out east over Reskajeage Downs.
View east from the car park at North Cliffs Credit: David P Howard

Crane Castle, located in Cornwall, is a historic heritage site that holds significant cultural and architectural importance. Situated atop a picturesque hill, the castle offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and the nearby coastline.

Originally built in the 12th century, Crane Castle has undergone several modifications and expansions over the centuries, resulting in a unique blend of architectural styles. The castle's construction primarily consists of granite, giving it a robust and imposing appearance. Its strategic location made it an ideal defensive structure during times of conflict.

Visitors to Crane Castle can explore its various sections, including the fortified walls, the central keep, and the inner courtyard. The castle's interior features well-preserved rooms, each showcasing different historical periods. Notable highlights include the Great Hall, where banquets and gatherings were once held, and the chapel, adorned with intricate stained glass windows.

The castle's grounds are equally impressive, with beautifully maintained gardens and a tranquil moat that adds to its charm. The surrounding area offers opportunities for leisurely walks, allowing visitors to fully appreciate the castle's stunning setting.

Crane Castle is not only a popular tourist destination but also serves as a venue for cultural events and historical reenactments. Guided tours are available, providing visitors with a comprehensive understanding of the castle's rich history and significance.

Overall, Crane Castle in Cornwall stands as a testament to the region's medieval heritage, offering visitors a captivating journey through time and an opportunity to immerse themselves in its remarkable architecture and stunning surroundings.

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Crane Castle Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.243/-5.317 or Grid Reference SW6343. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View east from the car park at North Cliffs Looking out east over Reskajeage Downs.
View east from the car park at North Cliffs
Looking out east over Reskajeage Downs.
View north east from North Cliffs The view extends past the cliffs and rocks in the foreground, past the Crane Islands in the middle distance, past Gull Rock off Portreath, to St. Agnes' Head in the far distance.
View north east from North Cliffs
The view extends past the cliffs and rocks in the foreground, past the Crane Islands in the middle distance, past Gull Rock off Portreath, to St. Agnes' Head in the far distance.
A Misty Day on the North Coast of Cornwall Looking North up the coast from the cliff top near the parking area just off the B3301 between Hayle and Portreath.
A Misty Day on the North Coast of Cornwall
Looking North up the coast from the cliff top near the parking area just off the B3301 between Hayle and Portreath.
Coastline near Basset's Cove, near Portreath, Cornwall
Coastline near Basset's Cove, near Portreath, Cornwall
Lane in Coombe Taken outside Coombe Cottage looking east.
Lane in Coombe
Taken outside Coombe Cottage looking east.
South Drive at Tehidy Country Park Looking north-westward.
South Drive at Tehidy Country Park
Looking north-westward.
Woodland path through Tehidy Country Park Looking westward.
Woodland path through Tehidy Country Park
Looking westward.
Pine Walk, Tehidy Park Pine Walk, is also a bridleway, and leads to East Lodge.
Pine Walk, Tehidy Park
Pine Walk, is also a bridleway, and leads to East Lodge.
Autumn on the West Drive, Tehidy Park Sunlight highlighting trees and autumn leaves on the West Drive in Tehidy Park.
Autumn on the West Drive, Tehidy Park
Sunlight highlighting trees and autumn leaves on the West Drive in Tehidy Park.
Path in Tehidy Park Path beside Red River in woodland in Tehidy Country Park.
Path in Tehidy Park
Path beside Red River in woodland in Tehidy Country Park.
Path in Tehidy Country Park Path passing through woodland in Tehidy Country Park.
Path in Tehidy Country Park
Path passing through woodland in Tehidy Country Park.
Trees in Tehidy Country Park
Trees in Tehidy Country Park
Stream in Tehidy Country Park
Stream in Tehidy Country Park
Mute swans Eight mute swans on the lake in Tehidy Country Park.
Mute swans
Eight mute swans on the lake in Tehidy Country Park.
Bracket fungi Bracket fungi on a tree in Tehidy Country Park.
Bracket fungi
Bracket fungi on a tree in Tehidy Country Park.
Trees in Tehidy Country Park Trees beside a path in Tehidy Country Park.
Trees in Tehidy Country Park
Trees beside a path in Tehidy Country Park.
Waterfall at Porth-cadjack Cove  
Just south of Portreath the South West Coast Path rises to cross Carvannel Downs, which are carved in two by this steep sided combe. There is a right of way marked on OS maps that show a route around the combe, but this is not immediately obvious on the ground and so most people walk the zig-zag path down and then zig-zag up via the combe bottom.

To see a photograph of the zig-zag path climbing the southern side of the combe, click here:- <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5672168">SW6444 : Combe in the  Carvannel Downs</a>.

The stream falling over the waterfall into <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5672222">SW6444 : Porth-cadjack Cove</a> is quite short (some 770m), starting near Carvannel Farm just beyond the head of the combe and draining the surrounding downs.

See also these photographs of Porth-cadjack Cove by:-
Brian:- <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/407132">SW6444 : Porth-cadjack Cove and Cliff at Low Tide</a>,
Rod Allday:- <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/809135">SW6444 : Porth-cadjack Cove at low tide</a>,
Maurice D Budden:- <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2537213">SW6444 : Porth-cadjack Cove</a> and
Philip Halling:- <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1850301">SW6444 : Coomb in the Carvannel Downs</a>.
Waterfall at Porth-cadjack Cove
  Just south of Portreath the South West Coast Path rises to cross Carvannel Downs, which are carved in two by this steep sided combe. There is a right of way marked on OS maps that show a route around the combe, but this is not immediately obvious on the ground and so most people walk the zig-zag path down and then zig-zag up via the combe bottom. To see a photograph of the zig-zag path climbing the southern side of the combe, click here:- SW6444 : Combe in the Carvannel Downs. The stream falling over the waterfall into SW6444 : Porth-cadjack Cove is quite short (some 770m), starting near Carvannel Farm just beyond the head of the combe and draining the surrounding downs. See also these photographs of Porth-cadjack Cove by:- Brian:- SW6444 : Porth-cadjack Cove and Cliff at Low Tide, Rod Allday:- SW6444 : Porth-cadjack Cove at low tide, Maurice D Budden:- SW6444 : Porth-cadjack Cove and Philip Halling:- SW6444 : Coomb in the Carvannel Downs.
Combe in the  Carvannel Downs  
Just south of Portreath the South West Coast Path rises to cross Carvannel Downs, which are carved in two by this steep sided combe. There is a right of way marked on OS maps that show a route around the combe, but this is not immediately obvious on the ground and so most people walk the zig-zag path down and then zig-zag up via the combe bottom.

A short stream flows down the combe and over a waterfall into <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5672222">SW6444 : Porth-cadjack Cove</a>, which is in the bottom right of the photograph.

See also this photograph:- <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5672159">SW6444 : Waterfall at Porth-cadjack Cove</a> and
this one by Philip Halling:- <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1850301">SW6444 : Coomb in the Carvannel Downs</a>.
Combe in the Carvannel Downs
  Just south of Portreath the South West Coast Path rises to cross Carvannel Downs, which are carved in two by this steep sided combe. There is a right of way marked on OS maps that show a route around the combe, but this is not immediately obvious on the ground and so most people walk the zig-zag path down and then zig-zag up via the combe bottom. A short stream flows down the combe and over a waterfall into SW6444 : Porth-cadjack Cove, which is in the bottom right of the photograph. See also this photograph:- SW6444 : Waterfall at Porth-cadjack Cove and this one by Philip Halling:- SW6444 : Coomb in the Carvannel Downs.
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Crane Castle is located at Grid Ref: SW6343 (Lat: 50.243, Lng: -5.317)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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