Blisland Trough

## Overview Blisland Trough is a public drinking spring located near the village of Blisland on the western edge of Bodmin Moor in Cornwall, England. Blisland itself is a charming and well-regarded moorland village, notable for its traditional village green — one of the few surviving in Cornwall — and its beautifully restored medieval church, the Church of St Protus and St Hyacinth. The village has long been considered one of the most picturesque settlements on Bodmin Moor. Public water troughs like this one have historically served as communal water sources in rural Cornish villages, providing fresh spring water to both residents and livestock. Cornwall's granite moorland geology naturally filters rainwater through layers of ancient rock, and many of the region's springs have been used as drinking water sources for centuries. The water at Blisland Trough has historically been used by the local community, though as with any natural water source, conditions can vary. The trough sits at an approximate elevation consistent with the rolling moorland terrain of western Bodmin Moor, at GPS coordinates 50.5281, -4.682987. ## Directions 1. From Bodmin, head northeast on the A30 and take the turning signposted for Blisland (via the minor road heading north). 2. Follow the narrow country lanes into the village of Blisland, passing through typical Cornish hedgerow-lined roads. 3. The trough is located in or near the village centre — look for it in the vicinity of the village green area. 4. Parking is limited in the village; use any available roadside spaces or the small informal parking areas near the village green. *Note: These directions are approximate and based on the GPS coordinates and known village layout. Visitors are encouraged to use the GPS coordinates (50.5281, -4.682987) with a navigation app for the most accurate route.* ## What to Expect Blisland Trough is a traditional public water feature typical of rural Cornish villages. Expect a modest stone or granite trough fed by a local spring source. The surrounding village of Blisland is a delight to explore, with its well-kept green, historic church, and the renowned Blisland Inn — frequently praised as one of the best pubs in Cornwall. The area around Bodmin Moor offers excellent walking opportunities, and a visit to the trough can easily be combined with moorland hikes or explorations of nearby landmarks such as the Jubilee Rock, the De Lank River, or the ancient stone circles scattered across the moor. As this is a rural spring-fed trough, water flow may vary seasonally, with stronger flow typically during the wetter autumn and winter months. While the spring has historically been used as a drinking water source, visitors should be aware that water quality is not formally monitored or guaranteed.