North Country

Settlement in Cornwall

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North Country

Weighing Machine Redruth Station A redundant weighing machine at Redruth Station sits as it always has set into the platform.
Weighing Machine Redruth Station Credit: Tom Jolliffe

North Country is a picturesque region located in the southwestern part of Cornwall, England. It is known for its stunning natural beauty, rugged coastline, and rich cultural heritage. The area is dotted with charming villages and small towns, offering a tranquil and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike.

One of the most prominent features of North Country is its dramatic coastline. Cliffs and rocky outcrops dominate the landscape, providing breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The ruggedness of the coastline attracts adventurers and nature enthusiasts who enjoy activities such as coastal walks, rock climbing, and birdwatching. The famous Bedruthan Steps, a series of towering rock formations, is a major attraction in the area.

The region is also home to several quaint fishing villages, including Padstow and Port Isaac. These villages have a strong maritime heritage and offer visitors a glimpse into Cornwall's past. Visitors can explore narrow cobbled streets, traditional fisherman's cottages, and enjoy freshly caught seafood in local restaurants.

North Country is also renowned for its cultural heritage. The area has inspired numerous artists and writers throughout history, including the famous author Daphne du Maurier. The landscape and historical sites, such as Tintagel Castle, provide a rich source of inspiration.

In summary, North Country in Cornwall is a captivating region that combines stunning natural landscapes, charming villages, and a rich cultural heritage. It is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, history buffs, and those seeking a peaceful retreat amidst beautiful surroundings.

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North Country Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.249576/-5.232019 or Grid Reference SW6943. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Weighing Machine Redruth Station A redundant weighing machine at Redruth Station sits as it always has set into the platform.
Weighing Machine Redruth Station
A redundant weighing machine at Redruth Station sits as it always has set into the platform.
Farm at Wheal Prussia On the eastern outskirts of Redruth is this smallholding near the former Wheal Prussia.
This photo was taken from the 1158 Penzance to London Paddington train, having left Redruth at 1231.
Farm at Wheal Prussia
On the eastern outskirts of Redruth is this smallholding near the former Wheal Prussia. This photo was taken from the 1158 Penzance to London Paddington train, having left Redruth at 1231.
Redruth Station and Footbridge
Redruth Station and Footbridge
Stamps Engine House, Wheal Peevor
Stamps Engine House, Wheal Peevor
Redruth Railway Station Footbridge The footbridge at Redruth Station was significantly renovated two years ago. The work is holding up well and shows how such investment improves the environment.
Redruth Railway Station Footbridge
The footbridge at Redruth Station was significantly renovated two years ago. The work is holding up well and shows how such investment improves the environment.
Redruth Railway Station Footbridge The renovation of the footbridge two years ago greatly enhanced the appearance of the station. Were these the original colours of the Great Western Railway? Between the house in the background and the end of the canopy on the platform the Pednandrea Stack can be seen marking the industrial history of Redruth. Also see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1904221">SW7041 : Basset Street and Pednandrea Stack, Redruth</a>
Redruth Railway Station Footbridge
The renovation of the footbridge two years ago greatly enhanced the appearance of the station. Were these the original colours of the Great Western Railway? Between the house in the background and the end of the canopy on the platform the Pednandrea Stack can be seen marking the industrial history of Redruth. Also see SW7041 : Basset Street and Pednandrea Stack, Redruth
Footbridge Redruth Railway Station The colours of the footbridge look a little too bright and cheerful to be true to the original railway company. The Great Western locomotives were painted green and the coaches were brown and cream. Wagons were painted red at one time. Pednandrea Stack can be seen in the background.
Footbridge Redruth Railway Station
The colours of the footbridge look a little too bright and cheerful to be true to the original railway company. The Great Western locomotives were painted green and the coaches were brown and cream. Wagons were painted red at one time. Pednandrea Stack can be seen in the background.
The Portreath Tramroad near Mawla The tramroad originally connected the tin and copper mines in the hills around Redruth and Camborne with the sea at Portreath, which has a good harbour for export. It's now converted to a footpath and cycleway, part of an extensive network of old mine roads in the district.
The Portreath Tramroad near Mawla
The tramroad originally connected the tin and copper mines in the hills around Redruth and Camborne with the sea at Portreath, which has a good harbour for export. It's now converted to a footpath and cycleway, part of an extensive network of old mine roads in the district.
Not my bike, honest... A junction of bridleways, marked by a floral exhibit in the shopping baskets of the step-through bike.
Not my bike, honest...
A junction of bridleways, marked by a floral exhibit in the shopping baskets of the step-through bike.
Capped shaft at Wheal Briggan The Western Whim shaft of the Wheal Briggan workings, capped off in 2005.
Capped shaft at Wheal Briggan
The Western Whim shaft of the Wheal Briggan workings, capped off in 2005.
The North Downs trig A trig point sporting flushbracket S7758, situated immediately adjacent to an infilled shaft south of the Wheal Plenty complex.
The North Downs trig
A trig point sporting flushbracket S7758, situated immediately adjacent to an infilled shaft south of the Wheal Plenty complex.
North Downs trig - closeup The pillar itself is in good condition, as is the flushbracket. Sadly, the 'man with the allen key' has long since helped himself to the brasswork from the top.
North Downs trig - closeup
The pillar itself is in good condition, as is the flushbracket. Sadly, the 'man with the allen key' has long since helped himself to the brasswork from the top.
Capped shaft at Wheal Peevor An unnamed adit shaft of the Wheal Peevor mine, capped by the council in 2005. By (the highly unscientific method of) dropping a stone down it, I deduced that it was too deep to want to fall down, so they did the right thing by capping it off.
Capped shaft at Wheal Peevor
An unnamed adit shaft of the Wheal Peevor mine, capped by the council in 2005. By (the highly unscientific method of) dropping a stone down it, I deduced that it was too deep to want to fall down, so they did the right thing by capping it off.
Capped shaft and chimney at Wheal Peevor
Capped shaft and chimney at Wheal Peevor
Wheal Peevor - the remains of the calciners Brunton Calciners were an important part of the tin mining and processing system, as they removed a variety of impurities (copper, arsenic, iron) from the concentrate before it was further processed and smelted. Most of this involved huge amounts of heat, and took place in these calciners.
Wheal Peevor - the remains of the calciners
Brunton Calciners were an important part of the tin mining and processing system, as they removed a variety of impurities (copper, arsenic, iron) from the concentrate before it was further processed and smelted. Most of this involved huge amounts of heat, and took place in these calciners.
Buddles at Wheal Peevor mine The remains of three tin 'buddles' in front of the Stamps Engine House; these were separated tin particles from lighter materials, with water as a part of the process.
Buddles at Wheal Peevor mine
The remains of three tin 'buddles' in front of the Stamps Engine House; these were separated tin particles from lighter materials, with water as a part of the process.
Wheal Peevor - 3 buddles from near the calciner ruins The remains of three tin 'buddles' which were used, in conjunction with water, as a mechanism for separating tin particles from rock and waste products, prior to further refining. For a closer view, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3190691">SW7044 : Buddles at Wheal Peevor mine</a>
Wheal Peevor - 3 buddles from near the calciner ruins
The remains of three tin 'buddles' which were used, in conjunction with water, as a mechanism for separating tin particles from rock and waste products, prior to further refining. For a closer view, see SW7044 : Buddles at Wheal Peevor mine
Traffic on the A30 The main A30 dual carriageway near Radnor. A fast road; no place to be cycling on a dull evening.
Traffic on the A30
The main A30 dual carriageway near Radnor. A fast road; no place to be cycling on a dull evening.
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North Country is located at Grid Ref: SW6943 (Lat: 50.249576, Lng: -5.232019)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Related Wikis

Parc Erissey

Parc Erissey is a hamlet north of Redruth, Cornwall, England. == References ==

Treleigh

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Gilbert's Coombe

Gilbert's Coombe is a hamlet north of Redruth in west Cornwall, England. It falls within the Redruth North division on Cornwall Council. == References ==

Wheal Peevor

Wheal Peevor was a metalliferous mine located on North Downs about 1.5 miles north-east of Redruth, Cornwall, England. The first mining sett was granted...

Highfields Private School

Highfields Private School was a fee paying coeducational independent day school in Redruth, England, catering for pupils aged 4 to 16 years. It closed...

Radnor, Cornwall

Radnor is a hamlet near Redruth in Cornwall, England. Radnor is northeast of Redruth and close to the A30 main road. == References ==

Mount Ambrose

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Forge, Cornwall

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Nearby Amenities

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Bus Stop
Trenoweth Estate
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Bin: no
Bus: yes
Covered: no
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Bus Stop
Trenoweth Estate
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Bin: no
Bus: yes
Covered: no
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Bus Stop
Top of Basset Road
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Public Transport: platform
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Bus Stop
Top of Basset Road
Bus: yes
Fixme: No visable signage, need to confirm location, possible next to humps road sign
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Bus Stop
Corner Cottage
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Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
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Bus Stop
Trenoweth Estate
Bus: yes
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Source: naptan_import
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Source: bing
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Trenoweth Estate
Place: locality
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 50.2495585/-5.2351147
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00; Su off
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
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Post Box Type: wall
Ref: TR16 51D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
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Power: pole
Source: Bing; approxomate
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Source: Bing; approxomate
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Source: Bing; approxomate
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Basset Road Farm
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October Cottage
Addr City: Redruth
Addr Postcode: TR16 4BE
Addr Street: Bassett Road
Building: yes
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Stoney Stile
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Addr Postcode: TR16 4AN
Addr Street: Bassett Road
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Greenhills
Addr City: Redruth
Addr Postcode: TR16 4AN
Addr Street: Bassett Road
Building: yes
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Trudgeons Cottage Farm
Addr City: Redruth
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Building: yes
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Wood End
Addr City: Redruth
Addr Postcode: TR16 4AS
Addr Street: Treleigh Downs
Building: yes
Lat/Long: 50.2512103/-5.2260109
North Country Filling Station
Building: yes
Landuse: commercial
Shop: convenience
Shop 1: newsagent
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Northcountry Garage
Shop: car_repair
Lat/Long: 50.2465878/-5.2341766
The Old Work Houses
Building: yes
Lat/Long: 50.2463769/-5.2331412
Treveth
Addr City: Redruth
Building: yes
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Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
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Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: small_installation
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Source: bing
Lat/Long: 50.249824/-5.2329254
Information: board
Tourism: information
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Waste Basket
Source: survey;dashcam
Survey Date: 2020-10-28
Lat/Long: 50.2491353/-5.2352563
Waste Basket
Source: survey;dashcam
Survey Date: 2020-10-28
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