North Cliffs

Cliff, Slope in Cornwall

England

North Cliffs

View east from the car park at North Cliffs Looking out east over Reskajeage Downs.
View east from the car park at North Cliffs Credit: David P Howard

North Cliffs is a stunning coastal area located in Cornwall, England. Situated on the northern coast, it stretches between the towns of Perranporth and St Agnes. This picturesque landscape is characterized by its towering cliffs and dramatic slopes that overlook the Atlantic Ocean.

The cliffs at North Cliffs are a prominent feature of the area, reaching heights of up to 100 meters in some places. Composed of rugged, weathered rocks, they create a breathtaking backdrop against the crashing waves below. The cliffs are predominantly made up of sandstone, shale, and slate, which have been shaped over millions of years by erosion and natural forces.

The slopes at North Cliffs are equally impressive. Lush green vegetation covers the rolling hills, creating a vibrant and diverse ecosystem. The slopes are home to a variety of plant species, including heather, gorse, and wildflowers, which add bursts of color to the landscape. These slopes are not only visually stunning but also provide a habitat for numerous bird species, such as peregrine falcons and kestrels.

North Cliffs is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The area offers several walking trails along the cliffs, providing panoramic views of the coastline. Visitors can also explore the nearby sandy beaches, go for a swim, or try their hand at various water sports.

Overall, North Cliffs in Cornwall offers a captivating blend of rugged cliffs, rolling slopes, and stunning coastal scenery, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking natural beauty and tranquility.

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North Cliffs Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.245531/-5.3225611 or Grid Reference SW6343. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View east from the car park at North Cliffs Looking out east over Reskajeage Downs.
View east from the car park at North Cliffs
Looking out east over Reskajeage Downs.
View north east from North Cliffs The view extends past the cliffs and rocks in the foreground, past the Crane Islands in the middle distance, past Gull Rock off Portreath, to St. Agnes' Head in the far distance.
View north east from North Cliffs
The view extends past the cliffs and rocks in the foreground, past the Crane Islands in the middle distance, past Gull Rock off Portreath, to St. Agnes' Head in the far distance.
A Misty Winters Day at Derrick's Cove View along the steep cliffs of north Cornwall on and cold wet and misty winters afternoon
A Misty Winters Day at Derrick's Cove
View along the steep cliffs of north Cornwall on and cold wet and misty winters afternoon
A Misty Day on the North Coast of Cornwall Looking North up the coast from the cliff top near the parking area just off the B3301 between Hayle and Portreath.
A Misty Day on the North Coast of Cornwall
Looking North up the coast from the cliff top near the parking area just off the B3301 between Hayle and Portreath.
Derrick Cove  View west along the Cornish Coast on a damp miserable misty day from the top of the cliffs next to the B3301 between Hayle and Portreath.
Derrick Cove
View west along the Cornish Coast on a damp miserable misty day from the top of the cliffs next to the B3301 between Hayle and Portreath.
Coastline near Basset's Cove, near Portreath, Cornwall
Coastline near Basset's Cove, near Portreath, Cornwall
North Cornwall Coast, west of Portreath, 1995 Eastward on B3301 near Deadman's Cove to North Cliffs, Crane Islands; on horizon Mount Hawke and, dimly, St Agnes Head.
North Cornwall Coast, west of Portreath, 1995
Eastward on B3301 near Deadman's Cove to North Cliffs, Crane Islands; on horizon Mount Hawke and, dimly, St Agnes Head.
Lane in Coombe Taken outside Coombe Cottage looking east.
Lane in Coombe
Taken outside Coombe Cottage looking east.
South Drive at Tehidy Country Park Looking north-westward.
South Drive at Tehidy Country Park
Looking north-westward.
Woodland path through Tehidy Country Park Looking westward.
Woodland path through Tehidy Country Park
Looking westward.
Autumn on the West Drive, Tehidy Park Sunlight highlighting trees and autumn leaves on the West Drive in Tehidy Park.
Autumn on the West Drive, Tehidy Park
Sunlight highlighting trees and autumn leaves on the West Drive in Tehidy Park.
Path in Tehidy Park Path beside Red River in woodland in Tehidy Country Park.
Path in Tehidy Park
Path beside Red River in woodland in Tehidy Country Park.
Path in Tehidy Country Park Path passing through woodland in Tehidy Country Park.
Path in Tehidy Country Park
Path passing through woodland in Tehidy Country Park.
Trees in Tehidy Country Park
Trees in Tehidy Country Park
Stream in Tehidy Country Park
Stream in Tehidy Country Park
Mute swans Eight mute swans on the lake in Tehidy Country Park.
Mute swans
Eight mute swans on the lake in Tehidy Country Park.
Bracket fungi Bracket fungi on a tree in Tehidy Country Park.
Bracket fungi
Bracket fungi on a tree in Tehidy Country Park.
Trees in Tehidy Country Park Trees beside a path in Tehidy Country Park.
Trees in Tehidy Country Park
Trees beside a path in Tehidy Country Park.
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North Cliffs is located at Grid Ref: SW6343 (Lat: 50.245531, Lng: -5.3225611)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

What 3 Words

///footsteps.shelter.spillage. Near Camborne, Cornwall

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Castle Type: defensive
Description: Cliff castles are coastal promontories adapted as enclosures and fortified on the landward side by the construction of one or more ramparts accompanied by ditches. On the seaward side the precipitous cliffs of the promontory provided a natural defence, on
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