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About Carnbrea

Carnbrea lies in Cornwall's old mining country between Redruth and Four Lanes, reached via the A3047 from the main A30. The community sits on elevated ground with views across the surrounding countryside, connected to nearby settlements like Carnkie and Piece by winding country lanes. It's overshadowed by Carn Brea hill, topped by a distinctive granite monument visible for miles across west Cornwall.

Where is Carnbrea on the map?

Carnbrea is in England, at 50.217, -5.233 - about 12 km north-west of Halvosso.

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The closest airport to Carnbrea is Cornwall Airport Newquay, 38 km (about 37 min by car). Other airports nearby: Land's End Airport.

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