Shipman Head Down

Downs, Moorland in Cornwall

England

Shipman Head Down

Plum Island Tresco View Across New Grimsby Harbour to Plum island  with the island of Bryher in the background and King Henry's Castle on the extreme right.
Plum Island Tresco Credit: Nigel Mykura

Shipman Head Down is a stunning area located in Cornwall, England. Situated on the southern coast, it offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding countryside. This area is known for its rugged beauty, with rolling hills, moorland, and cliffs that create a dramatic landscape.

The downs of Shipman Head Down are characterized by their wide, open spaces and gentle slopes. The grassy terrain is ideal for walking, picnicking, and enjoying the fresh sea air. Visitors can explore the various footpaths that crisscross the downs, offering different vantage points and opportunities to spot local wildlife.

The moorland in Shipman Head Down is a unique feature of this area. It is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including heather, gorse, and rare species of birds. The moorland offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Cornwall.

Shipman Head Down also boasts impressive cliffs that provide panoramic views of the coastline. These cliffs are a popular spot for birdwatching, as they are home to colonies of seabirds such as gannets and guillemots. The crashing waves against the cliffs create a mesmerizing spectacle and serve as a reminder of the power of the ocean.

Overall, Shipman Head Down is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Its combination of downs, moorland, and cliffs offers a diverse and captivating landscape that showcases the natural beauty of Cornwall.

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Shipman Head Down Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 49.958816/-6.3557395 or Grid Reference SV8715. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Plum Island Tresco View Across New Grimsby Harbour to Plum island  with the island of Bryher in the background and King Henry's Castle on the extreme right.
Plum Island Tresco
View Across New Grimsby Harbour to Plum island with the island of Bryher in the background and King Henry's Castle on the extreme right.
Gimble Porth This is just one of Tresco's many wonderful beaches.
Gimble Porth
This is just one of Tresco's many wonderful beaches.
A boat off the north of Tresco Taken in 2005 but only just being submitted, so I hope I have the view direction correct. Tresco is a wonderful peaceful island at any time of the year, but especially in Spring.
A boat off the north of Tresco
Taken in 2005 but only just being submitted, so I hope I have the view direction correct. Tresco is a wonderful peaceful island at any time of the year, but especially in Spring.
A misty day on Bryher Not such a good day, weather wise as the mist was down over the island most of the day. This dull view is looking towards Hell Bay Hotel.
A misty day on Bryher
Not such a good day, weather wise as the mist was down over the island most of the day. This dull view is looking towards Hell Bay Hotel.
Shore , North Tresco Taken during a walk around northern part of Tresco
Shore , North Tresco
Taken during a walk around northern part of Tresco
Church , Tresco Taken during walk round north of Island
Church , Tresco
Taken during walk round north of Island
Clearing the bracken Near the Blockhouse, Tresco
Clearing the bracken
Near the Blockhouse, Tresco
The Ruin Inn A cafe and restaurant in Old Grimsby, Tresco
The Ruin Inn
A cafe and restaurant in Old Grimsby, Tresco
Visitors leaving the vegetable garden In Tresco Abbey Gardens
Visitors leaving the vegetable garden
In Tresco Abbey Gardens
Oystercatchers in Gimble Porth On Tresco
Oystercatchers in Gimble Porth
On Tresco
Old Grimsby Quay Looking towards Foreman's Island
Old Grimsby Quay
Looking towards Foreman's Island
Moored up in Green Porth In Old Grimsby Harbour
Moored up in Green Porth
In Old Grimsby Harbour
Rainbow between Tresco and Bryher Looking north towards Plumb Island
Rainbow between Tresco and Bryher
Looking north towards Plumb Island
St Nicholas' Church, Tresco From the south
St Nicholas' Church, Tresco
From the south
Gate to the fields On the hill above Old Grimsby
Gate to the fields
On the hill above Old Grimsby
Field above Old Grimsby harbour Looking towards the Sea Garden Cottages development.
Field above Old Grimsby harbour
Looking towards the Sea Garden Cottages development.
Wind shaped trees Above Old Grimsby harbour
Wind shaped trees
Above Old Grimsby harbour
Fields above Old Grimsby harbour Part of Borough Farm
Fields above Old Grimsby harbour
Part of Borough Farm
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Shipman Head Down is located at Grid Ref: SV8715 (Lat: 49.958816, Lng: -6.3557395)

Division: Isles of Scilly

Unitary Authority: Isles of Scilly

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 49.958816,-6.3557395
Hell Bay
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 49.9610555/-6.3584981
Source: PGS
Lat/Long: 49.9551253/-6.3591528
Watch Hill
Ele: 42
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 49.9554872/-6.3513877
Source: PGS
Lat/Long: 49.9580911/-6.3514907
Source: PGS
Lat/Long: 49.9581544/-6.3510034
Pub
Fraggle Rock Cafe & Bar
Addr Country: GB
Addr Hamlet: Bryher
Addr Housename: Fraggle Rock
Addr Postcode: TR23 0PR
Addr State: Isles Of Scilly
Addr Suburb: Norrad
Cuisine: fish_and_chips
Email: fragglerock@bryher.co
Fhrs Id: 894972
Website: https://www.bryher.co/
Lat/Long: 49.9572872/-6.3509814
Ele: 39
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 49.9616562/-6.3545788
Anchor Carn
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 49.9606074/-6.3548297
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 13:00; Sa-Su off
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: TR23 168
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey;aerial imagery
Lat/Long: 49.9574451/-6.3494534
Seamark Type: anchorage
Lat/Long: 49.9611321/-6.3501406
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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