Black Rock

Settlement in Cornwall

England

Black Rock

Old Wayside Cross in Bodilly Veor, Wendron Bodilly Cross, incised in a stone on the west side of the road in Bodilly Veor, Wendron parish. A Scheduled Monument <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1010851" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1010851">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 <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3379823" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3379823">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: CWKE_WEN09
Old Wayside Cross in Bodilly Veor, Wendron Credit: L Nott

Black Rock is a small coastal village located on the north coast of Cornwall, England. Situated approximately 5 miles west of St Ives, the village offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and is renowned for its rugged coastline and stunning golden sandy beaches.

The village itself is characterized by a charming mixture of traditional Cornish cottages and modern houses, providing a peaceful and picturesque setting for both residents and visitors. The local community is relatively small, with a population of under 500 people, but it maintains a strong sense of community spirit and is welcoming to outsiders.

Black Rock is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with its coastal location offering a wide range of activities such as surfing, kayaking, and coastal walks. The village is known for its strong waves, attracting surfers from all over Cornwall. The South West Coast Path, which runs through the village, provides stunning walking routes along the rugged cliffs, offering panoramic views of the coastline.

In addition to its natural beauty, Black Rock boasts a few amenities for visitors, including a small local pub and a handful of independent shops. The nearby town of St Ives provides further options for dining, shopping, and entertainment, easily accessible via a short drive or public transportation.

Overall, Black Rock offers a tranquil and picturesque escape for those seeking to immerse themselves in Cornwall's natural beauty and enjoy a peaceful coastal village lifestyle.

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Black Rock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.159755/-5.2775351 or Grid Reference SW6634. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Wayside Cross in Bodilly Veor, Wendron Bodilly Cross, incised in a stone on the west side of the road in Bodilly Veor, Wendron parish. A Scheduled Monument <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1010851" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1010851">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 <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3379823" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3379823">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: CWKE_WEN09
Old Wayside Cross in Bodilly Veor, Wendron
Bodilly Cross, incised in a stone on the west side of the road in Bodilly Veor, Wendron parish. A Scheduled Monument LinkExternal link. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: CWKE_WEN09
St Crewenna's Church
St Crewenna's Church
The Church at Crowan
The Church at Crowan
Rolling Pastures A landscape of shallow valleys and rounded hills.
Rolling Pastures
A landscape of shallow valleys and rounded hills.
Across the Valley below Releath
Across the Valley below Releath
Farm Buildings at Releath Releath is a small farm-based hamlet.
Farm Buildings at Releath
Releath is a small farm-based hamlet.
Pasture and Heathland across the Valley Taken from near Higher Releath and looking across the square towards Boquio Farm.
Pasture and Heathland across the Valley
Taken from near Higher Releath and looking across the square towards Boquio Farm.
Farmland and Heathland The heathland in the distance at the western edge of this square marks an old mining area.  Most of the rest of the square is pasture land.
Farmland and Heathland
The heathland in the distance at the western edge of this square marks an old mining area. Most of the rest of the square is pasture land.
Pasture and Carn Meor Farm
Pasture and Carn Meor Farm
Southern Slope of Crowan Beacon Pasture land gives way to heathland where the granite boulders become too large and numerous on the higher hills.
Southern Slope of Crowan Beacon
Pasture land gives way to heathland where the granite boulders become too large and numerous on the higher hills.
Road Junction near Blackrock Farm There is a small scattering of houses and a couple of farms here.
Road Junction near Blackrock Farm
There is a small scattering of houses and a couple of farms here.
Cargenwen Looking diagonally across the square from the southeast corner.
Cargenwen
Looking diagonally across the square from the southeast corner.
Road Junction and Crowan Beacon This shot looks up to the edge of the heathland at the summit of Crowan Beacon.
Road Junction and Crowan Beacon
This shot looks up to the edge of the heathland at the summit of Crowan Beacon.
Polcrebo Downs Chimney of old mine, probably Crowan and Wendron mine (also known as Wheal Releath).
Polcrebo Downs
Chimney of old mine, probably Crowan and Wendron mine (also known as Wheal Releath).
Stables at Blue Pool Farm
Stables at Blue Pool Farm
Burras Methodist Church
Burras Methodist Church
Bridleway at Higher Carn
Bridleway at Higher Carn
Disused chapel at Releath
Disused chapel at Releath
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Black Rock is located at Grid Ref: SW6634 (Lat: 50.159755, Lng: -5.2775351)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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