Stormy Point

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Cheshire

England

Stormy Point

Frosted rocks, Stormy Point, Alderley Edge
Frosted rocks, Stormy Point, Alderley Edge Credit: Colin Park

Stormy Point is a prominent coastal feature located in the county of Cheshire, England. As a headland and point, it extends into the Irish Sea, offering breathtaking views and a unique natural environment. Situated near the town of Chester, Stormy Point is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

The headland is characterized by its rugged cliffs, which rise majestically from the sea, creating an imposing and dramatic landscape. The cliffs are composed of sedimentary rocks, predominantly sandstone and shale, displaying layers of different colors and textures. These geological features make Stormy Point an important site for geological studies and research.

The point is known for its wild and untamed beauty, with strong winds and crashing waves adding to its allure. The exposed location makes Stormy Point a perfect spot for birdwatching, as it attracts a wide variety of seabirds, including gulls, cormorants, and puffins. The surrounding waters are also home to a diverse range of marine life, providing ample opportunities for fishing and other water-based activities.

The area around Stormy Point is rich in flora and fauna, with wildflowers and grasses covering the cliff tops. The headland is also home to a number of rare plant species, adding to its ecological significance. Visitors to Stormy Point can enjoy coastal walks along well-maintained footpaths, taking in the stunning views and immersing themselves in the natural beauty of the area.

Overall, Stormy Point is a captivating coastal feature, offering a unique combination of geological, ecological, and scenic attractions. Its rugged cliffs, diverse wildlife, and stunning vistas make it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful escape by the sea.

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Stormy Point Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.297795/-2.2110943 or Grid Reference SJ8677. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Frosted rocks, Stormy Point, Alderley Edge
Frosted rocks, Stormy Point, Alderley Edge
Footpath north of Mottram St. Andrew This footpath connects Wilmslow Old Road and Blackhurst Brow (A538)
Footpath north of Mottram St. Andrew
This footpath connects Wilmslow Old Road and Blackhurst Brow (A538)
Small pool in field near Higher House Farm Not a permanent feature marked on map, so probably a result of recent heavy rain.
Small pool in field near Higher House Farm
Not a permanent feature marked on map, so probably a result of recent heavy rain.
Footbridge on path connecting Old Wilmslow Road to A538 North of Mottram St. Andrew A very well-constructed sturdy footbridge crossing a small stream
Footbridge on path connecting Old Wilmslow Road to A538 North of Mottram St. Andrew
A very well-constructed sturdy footbridge crossing a small stream
Signpost at junction of Oak Road and Priest Lane, Mottram St Andrew These images are from <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.milestonesociety.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.milestonesociety.co.uk/">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>
Signpost at junction of Oak Road and Priest Lane, Mottram St Andrew
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Hare Hill (National Trust): Car park and entrance
Hare Hill (National Trust): Car park and entrance
Around Wilmslow (13) View south to Alderley Edge
Around Wilmslow (13)
View south to Alderley Edge
Around Wilmslow (19) 47 Hough Lane
Around Wilmslow (19)
47 Hough Lane
Around Wilmslow (20) Paddock Hill Farm
Around Wilmslow (20)
Paddock Hill Farm
Around Wilmslow (21) Chonar Farm
Around Wilmslow (21)
Chonar Farm
Around Wilmslow (22) Track at Chonar Farm
Around Wilmslow (22)
Track at Chonar Farm
Around Wilmslow (23) Trees framed against the distant Peak District
Around Wilmslow (23)
Trees framed against the distant Peak District
Around Wilmslow (24) Towards Oak Hollow
Around Wilmslow (24)
Towards Oak Hollow
On Hare Hill Estate (1) Lake
On Hare Hill Estate (1)
Lake
On Hare Hill Estate (2) Cattle
On Hare Hill Estate (2)
Cattle
View over Oak Farm Taken from the path up to Alderley Edge.
View over Oak Farm
Taken from the path up to Alderley Edge.
Alderley Edge Station
Alderley Edge Station
In Alderley Edge (1) Car park along the railway
In Alderley Edge (1)
Car park along the railway
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Stormy Point is located at Grid Ref: SJ8677 (Lat: 53.297795, Lng: -2.2110943)

Unitary Authority: Cheshire East

Police Authority: Cheshire

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Castle Rock
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 53.2985654/-2.2174278
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Lat/Long: 53.3018481/-2.2096698
Man Made: adit
Lat/Long: 53.2935659/-2.2133806
Armada Beacon
Historic: monument
Listed Status: scheduled monument
Wikidata: Q17664599
Lat/Long: 53.2963971/-2.213878
Stormy Point
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 53.2978046/-2.211123
Balloon Shaft
Man Made: mineshaft
Note: Engine Vein Mine
Lat/Long: 53.2945373/-2.2119651
Druids' Circle
Archaeological Site: megalith
Historic: archaeological_site
Historic Civilization: victorian
Megalith Type: stone_circle
Lat/Long: 53.2963874/-2.2112836
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 53.2980588/-2.2145987
Engine Vein
Description: Entrance door contains a plaque "Barclays Bank Night Safe". Expeditions occur twice a year and are ran by Derbyshire Caving Club.
Man Made: adit
Lat/Long: 53.2939833/-2.2104984
Disused: yes
Landuse: quarry
Lat/Long: 53.3017413/-2.2093697
Saddlebole Mine
Man Made: adit
Lat/Long: 53.2996063/-2.2110404
Devil's Grave
Man Made: mineshaft
Lat/Long: 53.2976938/-2.2113351
Man Made: adit
Lat/Long: 53.2973427/-2.2102883
Alderley Edge
Ele: 194
Natural: peak
Note: This is the highest natural point of Alderley Edge - The Armada Beacon is higher, but the mound on which it sits is man made. It is difficult to determine which is the highest point. This location (Grid Reference SJ 85895 77454) is taken from The Database
Wikidata: Q5535336
Wikipedia: en:Geology of Alderley Edge
Lat/Long: 53.2937952/-2.2130385
Bear Pit Shaft
Man Made: mineshaft
Note: Engine Vein Mine
Lat/Long: 53.2943008/-2.2114643
Pot Shaft
Man Made: mineshaft
Note: Engine Vein Mine
Lat/Long: 53.2942045/-2.2108582
Dickens Wood
Natural: wood
Lat/Long: 53.296473/-2.2080428
Waterfall Wood
Natural: wood
Lat/Long: 53.2967776/-2.2041072
Findlow Farm
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 53.2992674/-2.2082855
Wishing Well
Natural: spring
Lat/Long: 53.2974286/-2.2132284
Holy Well
Natural: spring
Lat/Long: 53.2974863/-2.2129629
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 53.2983321/-2.2049575
The Golden Stone
Listed Status: scheduled monument
Natural: stone
Wikidata: Q17674657
Lat/Long: 53.2954137/-2.2082855
Engine Vein Copper Mine
Tourism: attraction
Lat/Long: 53.2941661/-2.2108783
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 53.2973844/-2.2128994
Eroding History
Direction: 235
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.2975311/-2.2108798
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