Trethowel

Settlement in Cornwall

England

Trethowel

Gover Valley This view from the Gover railway viaduct shows a valley once busy with the china clay industry, note the chimney, but now returning to an intense greenness.
This photo was taken from the 1158 Penzance to London Paddington train, having left Truro at 1244 and about to arrive at St Austell. — Gover Valley Credit: Graham Horn

Trethowel is a quaint village located in the county of Cornwall, in the southwest region of England. Situated just a few miles north of the coastal town of St Austell, Trethowel is nestled amidst picturesque countryside, offering residents and visitors alike a peaceful and idyllic setting.

The village is characterized by its charming cottages, many of which date back several centuries, showcasing traditional Cornish architecture. The surrounding landscape is primarily agricultural, with rolling hills, lush green fields, and meandering streams, creating a serene atmosphere.

Trethowel is a close-knit community with a small population, fostering a friendly and welcoming environment. The village is home to a local pub, which serves as a social hub for residents and visitors to gather and enjoy traditional Cornish cuisine and locally brewed ales.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Trethowel provides easy access to the beautiful Cornish countryside. There are numerous walking and hiking trails, allowing visitors to explore the breathtaking natural beauty of the area. Additionally, the nearby coastline offers stunning views and opportunities for beach walks, swimming, and water sports.

Although Trethowel is a peaceful village, it is conveniently located within a short distance of St Austell, where residents can find a wider range of amenities such as shops, supermarkets, schools, and healthcare facilities.

Overall, Trethowel is a charming and tranquil village in Cornwall, offering residents and visitors a taste of rural English life, combined with easy access to the stunning natural beauty of the region.

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Trethowel Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.352137/-4.796267 or Grid Reference SX0153. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gover Valley

This view from the Gover railway viaduct shows a valley once busy with the china clay industry, note the chimney, but now returning to an intense greenness. This photo was taken from the 1158 Penzance to London Paddington train, having left Truro at 1244 and about to arrive at St Austell.

Graham Horn

One of several tanks at Greensplat

This is one of several setting tanks at Greensplat China Clay Works

David Smith

Wheal Martyn China Clay Mine

Seen from the visitors viewpoint associated with the Wheal Martyn China Clay Museum. At the top left of the photo a high pressure monitor is washing the clay out of the hillside. The stream of clay-bearing water can then be seen dropping down to the next level of the mine to the right of the yellow digger on the right of the photo. Finally, the water can be seen dropping down into the bottom of the mine in the lower centre of the photo. From where it will be pumped to the clay processing works. There are actually two china clay pits visible from the viewpoint. As the workings have expanded the two have merged into one. This end of the mine is the Greensplat end which was operated by Goonvean until 2012 when the company was taken over by Imerys. The Wheal Martyn end of the mine was already Imerys operated.

Martin Addison

Trewoon : Meadow Park

Meadow Park in Trewoon heading off of the A3058.

Lewis Clarke

Informal Gover Valley Path

An informal path in the Upper Gover valley, St Austell, Cornwall, England, UK.

Nathan Hadley

Upper Gover Valley Woodland Path

A woodland path in the Upper Gover valley, St Austell, Cornwall, England, UK.

Nathan Hadley

Upper Gover Valley Woodland

Woodland in the Upper Gover Valley, St Austell, Cornwall, England, UK.

Nathan Hadley

View of Gover Valley from Field

A view of the Gover Valley from a field on the hill beside.

Nathan Hadley

Wheal Martyn China Clay Works

Seen from a vantage point accessed from the adjacent museum

David Stowell

Railway Viaduct over the Gover Valley

This viaduct across the Gover Valley carries the mainline railway through Cornwall.

Tony Atkin

Gover Valley

There are a few houses at the bottom of the valley but evidence of this area's industrial past is strong with the vegetation covered china clay waste tip top right and an old chimney at the centre.

Tony Atkin