Welcome to Gwinear Downs

Gwinear Downs is a beautiful area located in the county of Cornwall, England. It is a rural area that is known for its stunning landscapes and picturesque views. The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, deer, and rabbits. The rolling hills and fields of Gwinear Downs make it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

One of the most notable features of Gwinear Downs is its ancient history. The area is home to several prehistoric sites, including the Gwithian Burrows, which is a Bronze Age burial site. The area is also home to several Iron Age hill forts, including the Castle-an-Dinas, which is one of the largest hill forts in Cornwall. These ancient sites provide a glimpse into the rich history of the area and are a must-see for anyone visiting Gwinear Downs.

In addition to its natural beauty and ancient history, Gwinear Downs is also home to several charming villages and towns. The village of Gwinear is a popular destination for visitors, with its quaint cottages and traditional pubs. The nearby town of Hayle is also worth a visit, with its beautiful beaches and historic harbour. Whether you are looking to explore the natural beauty of the area or immerse yourself in its rich history and culture, Gwinear Downs is a must-visit destination in Cornwall.

Local Schools

School	Details
Gwinear Community Primary School Foundation School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lee Gardiner	40 Gwinear Lane Gwinear Hayle Cornwall TR27 5LA 01209831303 School Website
Connor Downs Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Janice Eddy	Mutton Hill Connor Downs Hayle Cornwall TR27 5DH 1736753135 School Website
Leedstown Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Robert Newlands	Townshend Road Leedstown Hayle Cornwall TR27 6AA 1736850242 School Website
Penponds School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Rebekah Bailey	Higher Penponds Camborne Cornwall TR14 0QN 01209713929 School Website
Kehelland Village School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ellie Watkins	Kehelland Camborne Cornwall TR14 0DA 1209643143 School Website
Crowan Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Tamsin Harris	Moorfield Praze-An-Beeble Camborne TR14 0LG 1209831455 School Website
Camborne Science And International Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Emma Haase	Cranberry Road Camborne Cornwall TR14 7PP 01209712280 School Website
Bodriggy Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Daniel Simons	Humphry Davy Lane Hayle Cornwall TR27 4DR 01736752808 School Website
Hayle Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Melissa Lock	3 High Lanes Hayle Cornwall TR27 4DN 1736753009 School Website
St Meriadoc C Of E Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Wilkins	Cranfield Road Camborne Cornwall TR14 7PJ 01209713436 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Camborne Trevu Road, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14 8SR 2.91 Miles

Hayle Station Hill, Hayle, Cornwall, TR27 4NG 2.98 Miles

Lelant Saltings Saltings Reach, Lelant, Cornwall, TR26 3DL 3.99 Miles

St Erth Station Approach, St Erth, Cornwall, TR27 6JW 4.29 Miles

Carbis Bay Porthrepta Road, Carbis Bay, Cornwall, TR26 2NN 4.97 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Hayle Taxis 01736 753000 Unit 4, Hayle, Cornwall, TR27 5JR 1.92 Miles
Franks Private Hire 01736 752661 14 Springfield Close, Hayle, Cornwall, TR27 5AH 2.71 Miles
St Erth And Hayle Cars 01736 754040 27 Churchtown Road, Hayle, Cornwall, TR27 5AE 2.85 Miles
G B Cars 01209 714714 27 Cross St, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14 8ES 2.86 Miles
2000 Taxis Hal Davies 01209 712000 25 Trevu Road, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14 7AE 2.91 Miles
Are We There Yet Airport Transfers 07845 192936 Foundry Square, Hayle, Cornwall, TR27 4AB 3.04 Miles
Travel 4000 01209 719961 4 Atlantic Ter, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14 7AW 3.07 Miles
Perfect Choice Cars 01209 713821 37 North Pde, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14 8BJ 3.10 Miles
A1 Cabs 01209 612612 18 Tregrea Est, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14 7ST 3.11 Miles
Home And Away Transfer 01209 613296 18 Tregrea Est, Camborne, Cornwall, TR14 7ST 3.11 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Rosewarne Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Carnhell Green Post Office Collection Today available until:11:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Gwinear Post Office Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Reawla Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rosewarne Park Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Horsepool Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Connor Downs Post Office Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Roseworthy Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Angarrack Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barripper Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Leedstown Post Office Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Treeve Lane Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fraddam Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Penponds Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Guildford Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Connor Downs Surgery	Turnpike Road Connor Downs Hayle Cornwall TR27 5DT
Praze-An-Beeble Surgery 01209 831386	Praze-An-Beeble Surgery School Rd,Praze-An-Beeble Camborne Cornwall TR14 0LB
Bodriggy Health Centre 01736 753136	Bodriggy Health Centre 60 Queensway Hayle Cornwall TR27 4PB
Bodriggy Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	60 Queensway Hayle TR27 4PB
Bodriggy Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	60 Queensway Hayle TR27 4PB

Local Stores

Illogan - Higher Broad Lane
Higher Broad Lane
Illogan
Redruth
Cornwall
TR15 3JL
01209 315503
Store Website
5.22 miles

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SPAR Turnpike Road
31 Turnpike Road
Connor Downs
Hayle
TR27 5DT
01736 755557
Store Website
1.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Animal Veterinary Services Ltd
16-18 Fore Street Copperhouse Hayle Cornwall TR27 4DY 01736 755555 info@avshayle.co.uk Website 2.55 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Hayle Veterinary Surgery
82-84 Commercial Road Hayle Cornwall TR27 4DH 01736 754111 info@haylevets.co.uk Website 2.77 miles
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Clifton Villa Veterinary Surgery
10 Cross Street Camborne Cornwall TR14 8EU 01209 711933 enquiries@clifton-villa.co.uk Website 2.93 miles
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Medivet Camborne - Monument Vets
Trevithick Road Camborne Cornwall TR14 8LQ 01209 718281 camborne@medivet.co.uk Website 2.98 miles
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Lamorna House Veterinary Centre
Lamorna House East Hill Tuckingmill Camborne Cornwall TR14 8NQ 01209 713100 admin@lamornavetcentre.co.uk Website 4.10 miles
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Camborne Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Camborne Retail Pk Trevenson Road, Pool Redruth Cornwall TR15 3PS 01209 712366 camborne@vets4pets.com 4.32 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Porth Kidney
Church Rd 3.73 miles Park Near To St Uny Lelant Church, On Street And Free. But Popular In Summer. Also Check The Tides - This Walk Really Comes Into Its Own At Low Tide

Location what3words thread.chipper.intruded

Tehidy Country Park
Tehidy Is The Largest Area Of Woodland In West Cornwall. It Holds Over 9 Miles Of Paths And 250 Acres Of Woodland And Lakes To Discover. TR14 0EZ 4.32 miles Head Towards The Main Entrance At South Drive, Where There Is A Free Car Park And Café. This Is Clearly Signposted With Brown Signs From The A30 At Tolvaddon.

Degibna
There Are Many Types Of Walks And There Is A Sign Showing All Different Routes So Can Range From A Mile Onwards B3297 Lancashire 6.01 miles Head Towards Helston Hospital Then Turn Off At Digibna Lane Follow This For 5 Minutes Until You See A Church. There Is A Carpark Opposite Then Choose Any Walk As Most Circular

Location what3words vocal.hothouse.release

Perranuthnoe To Marazion
An Gwythow Perranuthnoe Penzance TR20 9NB 6.50 miles Perranuthnoe Is 3 Miles East Of Penzance On The South Coast

Location what3words grant.hindering.cards

Perranuthnoe Beach Cornwall
Walk The Coastal Path, From Perranuthnoe To Marizion St.Michals Mount, Or Onlong The Coastal Path The Other Way All Way To Praa Sands Or Porthleven Hours Of Walking, Stop Little Coves On Your Way Have Pick Nick, Swim In Summer. Or Play With Dog On Beach, Summer Prussia Cove Is Dog Friendly. Lancashire 6.56 miles Perranuthnoe

Location what3words lizard.coil.escorting

The Loe
A Linear Walk Which Weaves Along The River Cober, Through A Tree-Lined Trail, Toward The Loe. TR13 0SF 7.12 miles From Helston, Off The A394, Take The Portlevan Road (B3304) Southward. You Will Pass A Boating Lake To Your Right, With The Car Park Opposite.

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