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Steeple Woods

Wood, Forest in Cornwall

England

Steeple Woods

St Ives Harbour
St Ives Harbour Credit: David Robinson

Steeple Woods is a picturesque forest located in Cornwall, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this wooded area is characterized by its dense canopy of trees, including oak, beech, and chestnut. The forest is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, badgers, and a wide array of bird species.

Traversing through Steeple Woods, visitors will find a network of well-maintained hiking trails that wind through the trees, providing opportunities for both leisurely strolls and more challenging hikes. The forest is also popular among mountain bikers, with designated trails for those looking to explore on two wheels.

Steeple Woods is a peaceful and tranquil retreat for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The forest offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation, including picnicking, birdwatching, and nature photography. With its diverse flora and fauna, Steeple Woods is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

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Steeple Woods Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.197998/-5.4823084 or Grid Reference SW5138. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Ives Harbour
St Ives Harbour
St. Ives Harbour A view over St. Ives Harbour, taken looking south from Smeaton's Pier.
St. Ives Harbour
A view over St. Ives Harbour, taken looking south from Smeaton's Pier.
St Ives harbour
St Ives harbour
St Ives beach at low tide Many small boats stranded by the receding tide in St Ives Harbour.
St Ives beach at low tide
Many small boats stranded by the receding tide in St Ives Harbour.
St Ives harbour from the Harbour Fish & Chips Restaurant
St Ives harbour from the Harbour Fish & Chips Restaurant
Fish & Chip lunches, Harbour Fish & Chips Restaurant, St Ives
Fish & Chip lunches, Harbour Fish & Chips Restaurant, St Ives
Low tide reflections, St Ives harbour
Low tide reflections, St Ives harbour
Christmas tree at St Ives harbour
Christmas tree at St Ives harbour
Smeaton's Pier, St Ives
Smeaton's Pier, St Ives
Harbour Sand beach at St Ives
Harbour Sand beach at St Ives
Cobbles and granite steps on Bethesda Hill One of several similar narrow streets in the older part of St Ives, still surfaced in the 17th/18th century granite cobblestones and steps. This one was Grade II listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101312641-the-street-surface-and-granite-steps-st-ives#.Yc9NbmjP3IU" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101312641-the-street-surface-and-granite-steps-st-ives#.Yc9NbmjP3IU">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> & <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1312641" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1312641">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> in 1972.
Cobbles and granite steps on Bethesda Hill
One of several similar narrow streets in the older part of St Ives, still surfaced in the 17th/18th century granite cobblestones and steps. This one was Grade II listed LinkExternal link & LinkExternal link in 1972.
Cobbled street surface on Carnglaze Place One of several parts of Carnglaze Place where the original 17th/18th century granite cobblestones are still in situ; the whole area was Grade II listed for this reason <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101327771-the-street-surface-st-ives#.Yc-P7GjP3IU" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101327771-the-street-surface-st-ives#.Yc-P7GjP3IU">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> & <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1327771" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1327771">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> in 1972.
Cobbled street surface on Carnglaze Place
One of several parts of Carnglaze Place where the original 17th/18th century granite cobblestones are still in situ; the whole area was Grade II listed for this reason LinkExternal link & LinkExternal link in 1972.
Cobbled street surface on Mount Zion One of several similar ground surfaces in the older part of St Ives town, where the original 17th or 18th century granite cobbles and some steps remain in place. For this reason, the area of Mount Zion was Grade II listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101143324-the-street-surface-and-granite-steps-st-ives#.YdBf7GjP3IU" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101143324-the-street-surface-and-granite-steps-st-ives#.YdBf7GjP3IU">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> & <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1143324" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1143324">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> in 1972.
Cobbled street surface on Mount Zion
One of several similar ground surfaces in the older part of St Ives town, where the original 17th or 18th century granite cobbles and some steps remain in place. For this reason, the area of Mount Zion was Grade II listed LinkExternal link & LinkExternal link in 1972.
Smeatons Pier Smeatons Pier in St. Ives, photographed from beside the Harbour Master's Office.
Smeatons Pier
Smeatons Pier in St. Ives, photographed from beside the Harbour Master's Office.
Slipway by RNLI Station in St. Ives The slipway by the lifeboat station in St. Ives, looking over the harbour to Smeatons Pier.
Slipway by RNLI Station in St. Ives
The slipway by the lifeboat station in St. Ives, looking over the harbour to Smeatons Pier.
View from Smeatons Pier, St. Ives A view out to sea from Smeatons Pier in St. Ives. Godrevy Island is visible in the far distance.
View from Smeatons Pier, St. Ives
A view out to sea from Smeatons Pier in St. Ives. Godrevy Island is visible in the far distance.
View over St. Ives Harbour A view of St. Ives Harbour, looking back from Smeatons Pier.
View over St. Ives Harbour
A view of St. Ives Harbour, looking back from Smeatons Pier.
The Rum & Crab bar, The Wharf Originally built in the early 19th century, and presumably used in connection with the fishing trade or as a wharfside store, this unusual-looking building was known as the Copper Kettle (cafe?) and Wimpy Bar by the time it was Grade II listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101327835-the-copper-kettle-and-wimpey-bar-st-ives#.Ydi9vP7P3IU" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101327835-the-copper-kettle-and-wimpey-bar-st-ives#.Ydi9vP7P3IU">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> & <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1327835" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1327835">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> in 1972.
The Rum & Crab bar, The Wharf
Originally built in the early 19th century, and presumably used in connection with the fishing trade or as a wharfside store, this unusual-looking building was known as the Copper Kettle (cafe?) and Wimpy Bar by the time it was Grade II listed LinkExternal link & LinkExternal link in 1972.
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Steeple Woods is located at Grid Ref: SW5138 (Lat: 50.197998, Lng: -5.4823084)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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