United Kingdom

Pendeen Vau

Fogou in Cornwall, United Kingdom

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Pendeen Vau is a fogou on the Cornish coast of England, near the village of Pendeen. It is situated at Pendeen (Manor) farm, once the home of the renowned historian William Borlase about half a mile from Pendeen Lighthouse. As the fogou is on private land, it is only accessible by asking permission at Pendeen Manor farm.

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United Kingdom

Coordinates

50.16° N, -5.66° E