Whitstone

Settlement in Cornwall

England

Whitstone

Barn on B3254 north of Whitstone
Barn on B3254 north of Whitstone Credit: David Smith

Whitstone is a small village located in the county of Cornwall, England. Situated about 10 miles west of Launceston, it is nestled in the picturesque countryside and surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The village has a population of around 500 residents.

Whitstone is known for its tranquil and rural atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful getaway or a quiet place to settle down. The village boasts a close-knit community, with a strong sense of camaraderie among its residents.

The heart of Whitstone consists of a charming village square, which is home to a few local shops, including a convenience store and a post office. There is also a traditional village pub, where locals and visitors can enjoy a pint of ale or a hearty meal.

The surrounding area offers a wealth of outdoor activities, with several scenic walking trails and cycling routes to explore. Nature enthusiasts can take advantage of the nearby Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which is renowned for its stunning landscapes and wildlife.

Despite its rural location, Whitstone benefits from good transport links. The A39 road runs through the village, connecting it to nearby towns and cities such as Bude and Barnstaple. Additionally, the village is served by a regular bus service, providing easy access to the wider region.

Overall, Whitstone offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, making it a charming destination for those seeking a quintessential English village experience.

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Whitstone Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.759472/-4.4586204 or Grid Reference SX2698. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barn on B3254 north of Whitstone
Barn on B3254 north of Whitstone
Buildings at Whitstone Barton
Buildings at Whitstone Barton
Bungalow in Paradise Park, Whitstone Paradise Park is a small development of houses and bungalows on the east of the village
Bungalow in Paradise Park, Whitstone
Paradise Park is a small development of houses and bungalows on the east of the village
Bus shelter and a spreading tree at Whitstone This looks to be careless layout; the seat is positioned so that people using it cannot see an approaching bus because of the telephone box and bus shelter
Bus shelter and a spreading tree at Whitstone
This looks to be careless layout; the seat is positioned so that people using it cannot see an approaching bus because of the telephone box and bus shelter
Trees shaped by the wind north of Cherry Cross
Trees shaped by the wind north of Cherry Cross
Houses by B3254 in Street, north of Cherry Cross
Houses by B3254 in Street, north of Cherry Cross
Parking area used for storing road construction material A short parking area by the B3254 partially occupied by piles of road building material.  The daffodils distract from the grey stone material
Parking area used for storing road construction material
A short parking area by the B3254 partially occupied by piles of road building material. The daffodils distract from the grey stone material
Barns, new and old, at Cherry Cross Beyond is a pylon for the power lines to/from Cornwall
Barns, new and old, at Cherry Cross
Beyond is a pylon for the power lines to/from Cornwall
Swannacott Wood Looking up the track that <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/929479">SX2597 : Swannacott Wood</a> looks down.
Swannacott Wood
Looking up the track that SX2597 : Swannacott Wood looks down.
Track in Swannacott Wood Dropping to cross a small stream; the track then climbs as shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5258956">SX2597 : Swannacott Wood</a>.
Track in Swannacott Wood
Dropping to cross a small stream; the track then climbs as shown in SX2597 : Swannacott Wood.
Field, Whitstone By the B3254, with a muddy field entrance.
Field, Whitstone
By the B3254, with a muddy field entrance.
Balsdon Road The lane from Whitstone towards Holsworthy crosses the southeast corner of the square. The house at Paradise is in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SX2798">SX2798</a>.
Balsdon Road
The lane from Whitstone towards Holsworthy crosses the southeast corner of the square. The house at Paradise is in SX2798.
Towards Paradise Park From the place where <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5388684">SX2698 : Balsdon Road</a> was taken, looking across fields to a close of modern houses off the B3254 at Whitstone.
Towards Paradise Park
From the place where SX2698 : Balsdon Road was taken, looking across fields to a close of modern houses off the B3254 at Whitstone.
Entrance to Swannacott Wood Pretty much on an easting grid line, though I think the notice is on this side of it.
Entrance to Swannacott Wood
Pretty much on an easting grid line, though I think the notice is on this side of it.
In Swannacott Wood A track in the conifer woods.
In Swannacott Wood
A track in the conifer woods.
In Swannacott Wood Further up the track shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5388938">SX2598 : In Swannacott Wood</a>. Bit early in the morning at this time of the year for these shots.
In Swannacott Wood
Further up the track shown in SX2598 : In Swannacott Wood. Bit early in the morning at this time of the year for these shots.
Track in Swannacott Wood Looking down the track from the point where <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5388943">SX2598 : In Swannacott Wood</a> was taken.
Track in Swannacott Wood
Looking down the track from the point where SX2598 : In Swannacott Wood was taken.
Track in Swannacott Wood Climbing to the exit / entrance shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5388933">SX2697 : Entrance to Swannacott Wood</a>.
Track in Swannacott Wood
Climbing to the exit / entrance shown in SX2697 : Entrance to Swannacott Wood.
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Whitstone is located at Grid Ref: SX2698 (Lat: 50.759472, Lng: -4.4586204)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.759472,-4.4586204
Whitstone
Is In: Cornwall, England, UK
Name Kw: Mengwynn
Place: village
Lat/Long: 50.7618158/-4.4637319
Bus Stop
Bus Shelter
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 0800COA10621
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Bus Shelter
Naptan Indicator: N-bound
Naptan NaptanCode: cordtjmg
Naptan Street: B3254
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan;bing
Lat/Long: 50.7557813/-4.4579944
Bus Stop
Bus Shelter
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 0800COA10620
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Bus Shelter
Naptan Indicator: S-bound
Naptan NaptanCode: cordtjmj
Naptan Street: B3254
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan;bing
Lat/Long: 50.755368/-4.4576537
Bus Stop
Paradise Park
Naptan AtcoCode: 0800FWX38781
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Paradise Park
Naptan NaptanCode: cordtjma
Naptan Street: B3254
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 50.7577864/-4.4583868
Place Of Worship
Whitstone Methodist Church
Building: chapel
Denomination: methodist
Religion: christian
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 50.7552338/-4.4574308
Post Box
Post Box Mounting: brick_pillar
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: EX22 39
Royal Cypher: EVIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102324
Lat/Long: 50.7621541/-4.459111
St. Anne Holy Well
Access: yes
Description: There is an interesting carved female head on the back wall
Man Made: water_well
Note: Approximate position from desription inHelen Fox's "Cornish Saints and Holy Wells" ISBN 978-1-910088-40-1
Pump: no
Ref: SX263 985
Lat/Long: 50.7609786/-4.4641543
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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