Highveer Point

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Devon North Devon

England

Highveer Point

Heddon's Mouth North Devon - an excellent 4km walk from and to the nearest parking place
Heddon's Mouth Credit: John Phillips

Highveer Point is a prominent coastal feature located in Devon, England. Situated on the southern coast of the county, it is known for its striking headland and picturesque views of the surrounding coastline.

The point is characterized by its rugged cliffs, which rise dramatically from the sea, reaching heights of up to 100 meters. These cliffs are composed of various sedimentary rocks, including limestone and sandstone, which have been shaped by the relentless action of the waves over millions of years. The cliffs are often adorned with vibrant vegetation, adding to the area's natural beauty.

Highveer Point offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience the raw power of the ocean, with crashing waves constantly battering the cliffs below. The point also provides an excellent vantage point for spotting marine wildlife, such as dolphins, seals, and seabirds, which are often seen in the waters surrounding the headland.

Access to Highveer Point is primarily by foot, with a network of footpaths and trails leading visitors to the site. These paths offer spectacular views of the coastline, and walkers can enjoy the fresh sea air and stunning vistas as they make their way to the point.

Overall, Highveer Point is a captivating coastal feature, offering both natural beauty and wildlife encounters. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers, who are drawn to its dramatic cliffs and breathtaking views.

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Heddon's Mouth North Devon - an excellent 4km walk from and to the nearest parking place
Heddon's Mouth
North Devon - an excellent 4km walk from and to the nearest parking place
Martinhoe Church
Martinhoe Church
Martinhoe: coast path The South West Coast Path near West Woody Bay Wood, between Heddon's Mouth and Woody Bay
Martinhoe: coast path
The South West Coast Path near West Woody Bay Wood, between Heddon's Mouth and Woody Bay
Martinhoe: upper path near Heddon's Mouth Cleave The second of two coast paths between Heddon's Mouth and Woody Bay
Martinhoe: upper path near Heddon's Mouth Cleave
The second of two coast paths between Heddon's Mouth and Woody Bay
Trentishoe: the South West Coast Path Looking east
Trentishoe: the South West Coast Path
Looking east
Trentishoe: the South West Coast Path West to Holdstone Down and the Great Hangman
Trentishoe: the South West Coast Path
West to Holdstone Down and the Great Hangman
Trentishoe: overlooking Heddon's Mouth Cleave The South West Coast Path is just visible on both sides of the valley. The higher path on the hills opposite leads to Woody Bay
Trentishoe: overlooking Heddon's Mouth Cleave
The South West Coast Path is just visible on both sides of the valley. The higher path on the hills opposite leads to Woody Bay
Trentishoe: looking south over the Heddon Valley Seen from the footpath that runs around the hill east from Trentishoe church
Trentishoe: looking south over the Heddon Valley
Seen from the footpath that runs around the hill east from Trentishoe church
Wringapeak A natural arch at the west end of Woody Bay. Taken from the Exmoor Coast Cruise boat.
Wringapeak
A natural arch at the west end of Woody Bay. Taken from the Exmoor Coast Cruise boat.
Hunters Inn, Heddons Mouth
Hunters Inn, Heddons Mouth
Trentishoe: River Heddon Near Heddon’s Mouth
Trentishoe: River Heddon
Near Heddon’s Mouth
Martinhoe: bridleway near Milltown Looking north-north-east. The path or bridleway to Kings Lane
Martinhoe: bridleway near Milltown
Looking north-north-east. The path or bridleway to Kings Lane
Martinhoe: West Woodybay Wood Looking west-north-west on the lower coastal path from Woody Bay to The Hunters Inn
Martinhoe: West Woodybay Wood
Looking west-north-west on the lower coastal path from Woody Bay to The Hunters Inn
Martinhoe: near Heddon’s Mouth Cleave Approaching Heddon’s Mouth Cleave on the lower path from Woody Bay; the path leads on to The Hunters Inn, National Trust shop and car park. Looking south west
Martinhoe: near Heddon’s Mouth Cleave
Approaching Heddon’s Mouth Cleave on the lower path from Woody Bay; the path leads on to The Hunters Inn, National Trust shop and car park. Looking south west
Martinhoe: the Heddon between Hunters Inn and Heddon’s Mouth Seen from the lower path from Woody Bay
Martinhoe: the Heddon between Hunters Inn and Heddon’s Mouth
Seen from the lower path from Woody Bay
Heddon's Mouth, Exmoor Looking up the River Heddon valley showing the loose rocks on the valley side.
Heddon's Mouth, Exmoor
Looking up the River Heddon valley showing the loose rocks on the valley side.
Roman Fort just off the coastal path A worthy short excursion off the coastal path, the views are spectacular from the top.
Roman Fort just off the coastal path
A worthy short excursion off the coastal path, the views are spectacular from the top.
The coast path at Heddon's Mouth The South West Coast Path takes a detour inland just below. The two paths at the bottom are dead ends leading down to the sea and there is no path around the headland to the left.
The coast path at Heddon's Mouth
The South West Coast Path takes a detour inland just below. The two paths at the bottom are dead ends leading down to the sea and there is no path around the headland to the left.
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Highveer Point is located at Grid Ref: SS6549 (Lat: 51.231077, Lng: -3.9255815)

Administrative County: Devon

District: North Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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