Boscregan and Hendra Cliff

Cliff, Slope in Cornwall

England

Boscregan and Hendra Cliff

Carn Gloose Trig Point Flush Bracket S8141 Credit: thejackrustles

Boscregan and Hendra Cliff are two well-known landmarks located in Cornwall, England. These cliffs are situated on the rugged coastline, offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Boscregan Cliff is a prominent feature in the area, characterized by its steep slope and rocky terrain. It reaches an elevation of approximately 100 meters above sea level, making it an impressive sight to behold. The cliff is formed by layers of sedimentary rocks, dating back millions of years. Visitors to Boscregan Cliff can witness the power of nature as the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean relentlessly erode the rocky coastline.

Adjacent to Boscregan Cliff is Hendra Cliff, another stunning geological formation. Hendra Cliff is known for its distinctive shape, with a more gradual slope compared to its neighboring cliff. The cliff is made up of a mixture of rocks, including sandstone and shale, creating a unique texture and color palette. Visitors can explore the cliff's various ledges and crevices, which are home to a diverse range of plant and animal species.

Both Boscregan and Hendra Cliff offer an opportunity for nature enthusiasts and photographers to capture the beauty and grandeur of Cornwall's coastline. Visitors can also enjoy coastal walks along the cliffs, taking in the fresh sea air and enjoying the panoramic views. However, it is important to exercise caution when exploring these cliffs, as the terrain can be treacherous and unstable.

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Boscregan and Hendra Cliff Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.107762/-5.69825 or Grid Reference SW3529. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Carn Gloose Trig Point Flush Bracket S8141

thejackrustles

Ballowall Barrow

This Bronze Age barrow was excavated (and radically altered) in 1878 by Cornish antiquarian William Borlase. The internal walls were rebuilt by him which has unfortunately affected the way it is perceived. It is however an evocative site in a stunning location. See Link

Rob Farrow

The stream from Cot Valley discharging onto the beach at Porth Nanven

Rod Allday

Eroded rocks on the beach at Porth Nanven

Worn away by the stream in the Cot Valley, which discharges onto the beach here.

Rod Allday

Emergency call point at Porth Nanven

Rod Allday

Chimney of former mine at Ballowall

Situated a few dozen metres southeast of SW3531 : Ballowall Barrow this chimney is all that is left of a former mine. It is one of many mining remnants in the area, which collectively form the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape UNESCO World Heritage site - see UNESCO: Link

English Heritage: Link

Rob Farrow

St Just Free Church

Paul Barnett

Climate history revealed!

Bottom: current beach - rounded rocks Middle: raised beach (rounded pebbles but above current sea level) from warm period 120000 years ago (Mediterranean Climate in south Britain) Top: head deposits (angular - broken by ice action) from 100000-20000 years ago when area was tundra and ice covered much of Britain.

Hugh Venables

Chapel Street, St Just

Rog Frost

Tom Thumb rock St. Just-in-Penwith

Carl Weaver

Beach and cliffs at Nanven

Looking inland towards the cliff at low tide, with the rocky beach exposed. The dark vertical gashes in the cliff are the remains of mine workings which followed the seams of minerals. The cliff around the lower entrance is supported by a wall. Look closely and you can just make out a figure making their way across the rocks - they had been snorkelling and were returning to their kit.

Jim Champion

Rocky beach at Nanven

Looking out to sea at low tide from the rocky beach at Nanven, with boulders that have been weathered into smooth shapes by the action of the sea. On the horizon: The Brisons.

Jim Champion

Geologically interesting beach at Porth Nanven

At the end of the Cot Valley is this National Trust owned beach, shown here in the traditional Cornish drizzle at low tide. The geology of the brown cliff on the left is explained in more detail in this geograph: SW3530 : Climate history revealed!! A cagouled human figure is supplied in the foreground for scale (crouched down looking into a rockpool). According to the National Trust interpretation board (at the head of the slipway, to the right of the brown cliff) it is an offence to remove stones from this beach.

Jim Champion

Ruined mine workings in the Cot Valley

The stream in this photo runs along the Cot Valley and joins the sea below at Porth Nanven. On the left (and behind the photographer) are the remains of mine workings that accompanied the various shafts in the surrounding cliffs and hills. The rocky islands out to sea are The Brisons, with a profile perhaps unkindly likened to General de Gaulle lying on his back.

Jim Champion

Ballowall Barrow

A magnificent example of a chambered cairn, otherwise known as Carn Gluze. Link

Oliver Dixon

Trig Point near Carn Gloose

Heathland vegetation covers the flat hilltop to the south of Cape Cornwall.

Tony Atkin

Chimney on Carn Gloose

There has been extensive mine workings in the past on this download and many mineshafts have been left behind but this chimney is the only building left standing.

Tony Atkin

Disused Mine Shaft on Carn Gloose

Overlooking Porth Naven.

Tony Atkin

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Boscregan and Hendra Cliff is located at Grid Ref: SW3529 (Lat: 50.107762, Lng: -5.69825)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Carn Mellyn Gazick Carn Polpry Boscregan and Hendra Cliff Carn Ding Dong Polpry Cove

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