Lavethan

Heritage Site in Cornwall

England

Lavethan

Old Central Cross beside the green in Blisland Blisland Village Cross, the head and neck of an old wayside cross on a grass triangle beside the green where Tregenna Road joins the village main street in Blisland parish. Grade II Listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1142366" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1142366">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>. See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ocifant/2880305692" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ocifant/2880305692">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: CWNC_BLI08 — Old Central Cross beside the green in Blisland Credit: L Nott

Lavethan, located in Cornwall, England, is a remarkable heritage site that offers visitors a glimpse into the region’s rich history. This small hamlet is nestled in the picturesque countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery. Situated near Bodmin Moor, Lavethan is renowned for its well-preserved architecture and timeless charm.

The heart of Lavethan is the historic Lavethan House, a Grade II listed building that dates back to the 17th century. This grand manor house boasts stunning Georgian features, including sash windows and a symmetrical façade. The house is surrounded by beautiful gardens, which have been lovingly maintained over the years, showcasing a wide variety of colorful flowers and meticulously manicured lawns.

The village itself is comprised of a cluster of traditional stone cottages, each with their own unique character. These cottages are made from local materials, giving the village a distinct Cornish feel. Lavethan’s narrow winding lanes and charming footpaths make it a delight for visitors to explore on foot.

Lavethan is also home to a small chapel, St. Bartholomew’s, which is a hidden gem of the village. This medieval church features an intricately carved wooden interior and stained glass windows, offering a peaceful sanctuary for those seeking solace.

Visitors to Lavethan can immerse themselves in the area’s history by taking a guided tour of Lavethan House, or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll through its enchanting gardens. The village’s idyllic setting and well-preserved heritage make it a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

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Lavethan Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.53/-4.688 or Grid Reference SX0973. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Central Cross beside the green in Blisland

Blisland Village Cross, the head and neck of an old wayside cross on a grass triangle beside the green where Tregenna Road joins the village main street in Blisland parish. Grade II Listed Link

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. Milestone Society National ID: CWNC_BLI08

L Nott

Stone Stile SX0873

At Tresarratt, opposite the junction of the roads from west towards St Mabyn, south to Bodmin, and east to Blisland. West side: 6 stone steps consisting of 3 ‘new’ granite blocks and 3 original steps, with a slab top. East side: 2 original steps and the slab top. This stile is at the lower, western end of FP No. 503/22/1, 2, 3 (Gold). Together with the stile at 09234 73185 and the footpath up the hill and across fields in between, this stile gives a shortcut from the hamlet of Tresarrett to Blisland.

Anne Green

Stone Stile SX0972

Up a steep slope above the White Cross to Tresarrett lane (south west of Blisland village). Access to the stile up the slope is up 4 concrete slab steps. A cattle stile. Both Sides: 2 stone steps topped with a step on its side (with carpeting attached to a beam across the top to deter stock). The stile is at the western end of FP No. 503/21/1 (Gold) which runs from Cock’s Penrose via the western edge of Lavethan Wood and a granite clapper bridge to Blisland Church. This is a shortcut to Blisland for the farm at Cock’s Penrose, and other nearby properties.

Anne Green

Stone Stile SX0973a

On the lane going westwards out of Blisland village towards Tresarrett. Both sides: 3 granite steps and a slab top. This stile is at the higher, eastern end of FP No. 503/22/1, 2, 3 (Gold). Together with the stile at 08971 73115, in the hamlet of Tresarrett, this stile and the fields in between the stiles, give a shortcut between Blisland and Tresarrett.

Anne Green

Stone Stile SX0973b

On the narrow lane that leads downhill from Tregenna (north west of Blisland) to Tregaddick. Badly maintained, overgrown stile, which, at a guess, comprises three/four steps on both sides topped with another step on its side. This stile gives access into a field and is part of FP No. 593/1/1 (Bronze). However, at its far end, it goes through the grounds of a property called ‘Tremasden’ at Keybridge, where the path has become overgrown with bushes etc. and ends at the de Lank River, with no official access to the nearby lane. It has therefore become unused.

Anne Green

Stone Stile SX0974a

Accessed across two fields from the hamlet of Pendrift (north of Blisland) at the top of the hill leading down to the valley known as Pendrift Bottoms. A steep sheep stile with a metal handrail - held in place by one metal and two wooden upright posts - to assist its use. It consists of 4 steps set into the stone face of the hedge - the top step holds the upright of the handrail - with 2, widely spaced, stone steps below these, and one stone set in the earth at the bottom to aid access. On FP No. 593/3/1 (Gold). The path originally gave quarry workers a short cut from Blisland and its surrounding hamlets to the de Lank quarry.

Anne Green

Stone Stile SX0974b

Beside a field gate linking fields at Pendrift. North Side: A stone slab on the ground and two steps and a top stone on its edge. South Side: Three steps and a top stone slightly below the top stone on the north side. Public footpath 503/2/1 silver from Pendrift to Tregenna.

Anne Green

Stone Stile SX0974c

Between two wooden stiles and beside a stream that divides the fields on the Pendrift side of the stream from the fields on the Tregenna side of the stream. North Side: A high stile that consists of a bank up from the stream then six stone steps of varying widths and distances between the steps and a top pillar stone on its side. South Side: Four steps up to the shared top pillar stone Public footpath 503/2/1 silver from Pendrift to Tregenna.

Anne Green

Blisland: The Blisland Inn

CAMRA's national pub of the year in 2001 and still a very popular meeting place ten years later

Martin Bodman

St Breward: at Lower Lank

In the centre of the image stands the granite abutment for a railway bridge which once carried the De Lank tramway from De Lank quarries to a branch of the Bodmin and Wadebridge railway at Wenfordbridge. From Lower Lank to Wenfordbridge the line descended into the Camel valley and was worked by an inclined plane, loaded wagons linked to a cable moved under gravity, pulling empties up the gradient

Martin Bodman

St Breward: lane to De Lank quarries

As I recall, the granite stone on the right carries the message: 'De Lank Quarry'

Martin Bodman

St Breward: by Lower Lank Cottage

Embanked incline plane and granite abutment for now vanished bridge over lane at Lower Lank, St Breward parish. The embankment was part of a tramway connecting the De Lank quarries with Wenfordbridge in the Camel valley below, where it connected with a branch of the Bodmin and Wadebridge railway. In St Breward parish

Martin Bodman