Mount Gold

Settlement in Devon

England

Mount Gold

Mount Gold is a small village located in the county of Devon, in southwestern England. Situated approximately 10 miles north of the town of Exeter, the village is nestled within the picturesque region of Dartmoor National Park. With a population of around 500 residents, Mount Gold offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

The village takes its name from the nearby hill, Mount Gold, which stands at an elevation of 1,200 feet and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. This hill is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, who can explore the various walking trails that wind through the area.

The village itself is characterized by its charming cottages and traditional buildings, giving it a quintessentially English feel. The local community is close-knit and friendly, with a range of amenities including a village hall, a primary school, and a cozy pub serving delicious local fare.

Nature lovers will find plenty to explore in the area surrounding Mount Gold. Dartmoor National Park, with its rugged landscapes, ancient woodlands, and wild ponies, is a short distance away, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, wildlife spotting, and picnicking.

With its stunning natural beauty, peaceful atmosphere, and close proximity to both Exeter and Dartmoor National Park, Mount Gold is a hidden gem that offers a true taste of rural Devon.

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Mount Gold Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.377106/-4.115084 or Grid Reference SX4955. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Laira Bridge

Matthew Chadwick

Saltram Point

Matthew Chadwick

McDonald's, Pomphlett Road

Mark Anderson

Broxton Drive, Pomphlett

Mark Anderson

Pomphlett Farm Industrial Estate

Mark Anderson

New multi-user path along the old railway

Not formally open at this point. The path follows the former Great Western Railway branch to Yealmpton, which closed to passengers an 1947 and freight in 1960.

Alan Murray-Rust

Housing in a quarry

This is the extensive Saltram Meadows scheme which includes several hundred dwellings overall.

Alan Murray-Rust

Morley Meadow School access

Part of the large Saltram Meadows housing development in former quarries.

Alan Murray-Rust

The A379 near Pomphlett

Recreating this 'First' for the square Link . There is now a new roundabout with access to the Morley Park/Saltram Meadows housing development.

Alan Murray-Rust

Pomphlett Lake

Recreating this 'First' for the square Link

Alan Murray-Rust

Pomphlett Lake

Looking along this tidal inlet off the Plym estuary towards the centre of Plymouth.

Alan Murray-Rust

Rotting hulk in Pomphlett Lake

A feature of many of the estuarial waters off Plymouth Sound.

Alan Murray-Rust

Woolly Rhinoceros at Pomphlett

Created to represent the many prehistoric animals whose remains have been found in caves in the Plymouth area.

Alan Murray-Rust

The Morley Arms, Pomphlett

Early 19th century inn, probably as part of the improvements to the road towards Kingsbridge which included the building of the first road bridge at Laira in 1827. Listed Grade II.

Alan Murray-Rust

Laira Bridge, Plymouth

Recreating this 'First' for the square Link . The misgivings about its future have since been allayed with its conversion to a foot and cycle route.

Alan Murray-Rust

Eastern abutment of the old Laira road bridge

The bridge was a 5-arch iron bridge designed by J M Rendel, opened in 1827. It was replaced by the present bridge (in picture, left) in 1962. The plaque is in Latin and English and probably dates from the original building.

Alan Murray-Rust