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Carne

Overlooking Gerrans Bay on land owned by the National Trust stands Carne Beacon. One of the largest Bronze Age barrows in the country, this ancient burial mound is thought to be the grave of King Geraint, who, in the 5th century, is said to have rowed across the bay in a golden boat with silver oars. He is reputed to have been buried in full regalia, but recent excavations have failed to confirm this story. An interesting 2-mile geological trail runs from the car park at Pendower along the beach to Carne and back again by the public footpath. During World War II Cornwall’s first above-ground aircraft reporting post, made of wood and containing observation and plotting equipment, was sited at Carne Beacon, though many local people objected strongly to such a historic site being used.