Bradford

Settlement in Cornwall

England

Bradford

Lady Down, St Breward Grazing here for centuries
Lady Down, St Breward Credit: Sheila Russell

Bradford, Cornwall is a picturesque village located in the southwestern part of England. Situated in the county of Cornwall, it lies in close proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, offering stunning coastal views and a mild maritime climate. The village is situated about 10 miles south of the bustling city of Truro.

Bradford is a quaint and charming village that exudes a sense of tranquility and natural beauty. It is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and picturesque countryside. The village itself is known for its traditional stone cottages, narrow streets, and a sense of community spirit.

Despite its small size, Bradford offers a range of amenities to its residents and visitors. There are a few local shops and quaint cafes where visitors can enjoy a cup of tea or sample traditional Cornish pasties. The village also boasts a local pub, where locals gather to socialize and enjoy a pint of locally brewed ale.

One of the highlights of Bradford is its proximity to the stunning coastline. The village is just a short drive away from beautiful sandy beaches, rugged cliffs, and hidden coves. This makes it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts, who can explore the coastal paths, go surfing, or simply relax on the beach.

Overall, Bradford, Cornwall is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic retreat in the heart of the English countryside. With its natural beauty, sense of community, and access to the stunning coastline, it is a destination that is sure to captivate visitors from near and far.

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Bradford Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.548242/-4.656208 or Grid Reference SX1175. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lady Down, St Breward Grazing here for centuries
Lady Down, St Breward
Grazing here for centuries
Pendrift Downs
Pendrift Downs
De Lank Quarries, Hantergantick Active quarries on the banks of the De Lank river. The river bed has been completely buried under spoil from the quarries and the river now runs unseen for several hundred yards before re-emerging from the rubble at the downstream end of the quarries.
De Lank Quarries, Hantergantick
Active quarries on the banks of the De Lank river. The river bed has been completely buried under spoil from the quarries and the river now runs unseen for several hundred yards before re-emerging from the rubble at the downstream end of the quarries.
Water Works Water works on the De Lank river.
Water Works
Water works on the De Lank river.
Clapper Bridge Clapper bridge over the De Lank river.
Clapper Bridge
Clapper bridge over the De Lank river.
Emblance Downs
Emblance Downs
Lady Down crossroads A fine signpost with pointers not just to town and villages but quite small Cornish farms.
Lady Down crossroads
A fine signpost with pointers not just to town and villages but quite small Cornish farms.
Delford Bridge and ford The very old, old and new. The sandy ford is alongside a bridge being crossed by a DHL delivery van.
Delford Bridge and ford
The very old, old and new. The sandy ford is alongside a bridge being crossed by a DHL delivery van.
Old signpost at a T-junction An old signpost probably soon to be replaced. Typical views of the edge of Bodmin Moor with gorse in flower.
Old signpost at a T-junction
An old signpost probably soon to be replaced. Typical views of the edge of Bodmin Moor with gorse in flower.
Silver birch lined lane This short section of a narrow lane is beautifully lined with mature silver birches.
Silver birch lined lane
This short section of a narrow lane is beautifully lined with mature silver birches.
Unfenced road with earth barriers This unfenced road has recently been improved with earth barriers to stop cars parking on the moor. Passing places have been provided. The very busy A30 dual carriageway can be seen in the distance.
Unfenced road with earth barriers
This unfenced road has recently been improved with earth barriers to stop cars parking on the moor. Passing places have been provided. The very busy A30 dual carriageway can be seen in the distance.
Boundary stone This boundary stone does not appear on the map. Hawk Tor is in the background.
Boundary stone
This boundary stone does not appear on the map. Hawk Tor is in the background.
Cheese grater The Tor has a collection of stones labelled as "Cheesewring".  Not _the_ Cheesewring, of course.  But here it is hiding behind a fence.
Cheese grater
The Tor has a collection of stones labelled as "Cheesewring". Not _the_ Cheesewring, of course. But here it is hiding behind a fence.
Carbilly Tor
Carbilly Tor
Ruined Turbine Inside of turbine house that once served De Lank Quarry.
Ruined Turbine
Inside of turbine house that once served De Lank Quarry.
Converted chapel Positioned by the lane from Blisland to Metherin; the building is still shown on mapping as being consecrated.
Converted chapel
Positioned by the lane from Blisland to Metherin; the building is still shown on mapping as being consecrated.
Cattle pasture Beef animals with calves in the sunshine of a fine spring day near Newton Farm on Bodmin Moor.
Cattle pasture
Beef animals with calves in the sunshine of a fine spring day near Newton Farm on Bodmin Moor.
Manor Common Open gorse and grass moorland typical of Bodmin Moor.
Manor Common
Open gorse and grass moorland typical of Bodmin Moor.
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Bradford is located at Grid Ref: SX1175 (Lat: 50.548242, Lng: -4.656208)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.548242,-4.656208
Bradford
Is In: Cornwall, England, UK
Name Kw: Resledan
Name Lt: Bradfordas
Place: hamlet
Wikidata: Q4954541
Lat/Long: 50.5466257/-4.6552254
Booth: K6
Removed Amenity: telephone
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Higher Bradford
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Barrier: cattle_grid
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 50.5471221/-4.6556456
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