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Dr Johnson's Head

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Cornwall

England

Dr Johnson's Head

Cliffs near Land's End in Cornwall This view is looking north-west along the cliffs towards Dr Syntax's Head. The image has been scanned from a Kodak Gold 100 negative dating from August 1990.
Cliffs near Land's End in Cornwall Credit: Roger D Kidd

Dr Johnson's Head is a prominent headland located along the coast of Cornwall in the southwest of England. Named after the famous English writer and lexicographer Samuel Johnson, this coastal feature offers stunning views of the surrounding cliffs and sea.

The headland is characterized by rugged cliffs that rise dramatically from the sea, creating a dramatic and picturesque landscape. Visitors can enjoy walking along the coastal paths that wind around the headland, taking in the breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding countryside.

Dr Johnson's Head is a popular spot for birdwatching, with a variety of seabirds and other wildlife often spotted in the area. The headland is also a great place for outdoor activities such as hiking, rock climbing, and picnicking.

Overall, Dr Johnson's Head is a beautiful and scenic coastal feature that offers visitors a chance to experience the natural beauty of Cornwall's coastline. Its dramatic cliffs, stunning views, and abundance of wildlife make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Dr Johnson's Head Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.06599/-5.7153695 or Grid Reference SW3425. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cliffs near Land's End in Cornwall This view is looking north-west along the cliffs towards Dr Syntax's Head. The image has been scanned from a Kodak Gold 100 negative dating from August 1990.
Cliffs near Land's End in Cornwall
This view is looking north-west along the cliffs towards Dr Syntax's Head. The image has been scanned from a Kodak Gold 100 negative dating from August 1990.
Looking down to Sennen Cove from the coast path on the dunes
Looking down to Sennen Cove from the coast path on the dunes
The crowded beach at Sennen at high tide in August The beach at Sennen is vast but at high tide space is at a premium!
The crowded beach at Sennen at high tide in August
The beach at Sennen is vast but at high tide space is at a premium!
Empty beach on a sunny day in August! Compare with <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6929331">SW3526 : The crowded beach at Sennen at high tide in August</a>. The beach has been closed by the lifeguards and coastguards after a suspicious object was found. It proved to be a WWII Mills bomb which was later disposed of by the Navy bomb disposal team from Plymouth
Empty beach on a sunny day in August!
Compare with SW3526 : The crowded beach at Sennen at high tide in August. The beach has been closed by the lifeguards and coastguards after a suspicious object was found. It proved to be a WWII Mills bomb which was later disposed of by the Navy bomb disposal team from Plymouth
Waves breaking over the breakwater at Sennen Cove at high tide
Waves breaking over the breakwater at Sennen Cove at high tide
Teasel seed head
Teasel seed head
Sunset over the harbour at Sennen Cove
Sunset over the harbour at Sennen Cove
Figures on the breakwater at sunset
Figures on the breakwater at sunset
Sennen August sunset
Sennen August sunset
Land's End Signpost
Land's End Signpost
View towards Greeb Farm
View towards Greeb Farm
The First and Last Inn, Sennan
The First and Last Inn, Sennan
Sennen Church - corner of tower Cut benchmark on this corner <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm51379" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm51379">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Sennen Church - corner of tower
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Small boats, Sennen Cove Not a day for fishing in a small boat. These are tied up, well away from the water.
Small boats, Sennen Cove
Not a day for fishing in a small boat. These are tied up, well away from the water.
Sennen Cove viewed from the South West Coastal Path
Sennen Cove viewed from the South West Coastal Path
Irish Lady rock off Sennen Cove
Irish Lady rock off Sennen Cove
Public toilets at Sennen Cove
Public toilets at Sennen Cove
Storm damage to Sennen Cove Lifeboat Station During Storm Eunice on 18 February 2022 the zinc covering of the roof was completely peeled off by extremely high winds. The crumpled remains of the roof covering can be seen in front of the building.
Storm damage to Sennen Cove Lifeboat Station
During Storm Eunice on 18 February 2022 the zinc covering of the roof was completely peeled off by extremely high winds. The crumpled remains of the roof covering can be seen in front of the building.
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Dr Johnson's Head is located at Grid Ref: SW3425 (Lat: 50.06599, Lng: -5.7153695)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

What 3 Words

///marinated.melon.chucks. Near Sennen, Cornwall

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