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Jolly Rock

Island in Cornwall

England

Jolly Rock

Great Crebawethan Just a couple of rocks and a lighthouse between here and America, this is extreme Land's End. The Western Rocks are a string of jagged outcrops like this which have wrecked many ships. From a print, date not exact.
Great Crebawethan Credit: Des Blenkinsopp

Jolly Rock is a small island located off the coast of Cornwall, England. It is part of the Isles of Scilly archipelago, a group of islands known for their stunning natural beauty and rich history. Jolly Rock is situated approximately 20 miles southwest of Land's End and covers an area of just over 1 square mile.

The island is characterized by its rugged coastline, rocky cliffs, and picturesque sandy beaches. Despite its small size, Jolly Rock boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, including various seabird species, seals, and rare plants. The island's unique ecosystem is protected as a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, ensuring its preservation for future generations.

Jolly Rock is uninhabited, making it a tranquil and secluded destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking solitude. Visitors can access the island by boat, with regular ferry services available from nearby St. Mary's Island. The island's pristine beaches offer opportunities for swimming, sunbathing, and exploring tide pools.

In addition to its natural attractions, Jolly Rock holds historical significance. It is rumored to have been a landing spot for pirates in the past, adding an air of mystery and adventure to the island. The remnants of a small 18th-century fort can still be found on Jolly Rock, providing a glimpse into its maritime past.

Overall, Jolly Rock is a hidden gem in Cornwall's Isles of Scilly, offering visitors a chance to experience unspoiled natural beauty and a sense of serenity in a remote and picturesque setting.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 49.872826/-6.4085373 or Grid Reference SV8306. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Great Crebawethan Just a couple of rocks and a lighthouse between here and America, this is extreme Land's End. The Western Rocks are a string of jagged outcrops like this which have wrecked many ships. From a print, date not exact.
Great Crebawethan
Just a couple of rocks and a lighthouse between here and America, this is extreme Land's End. The Western Rocks are a string of jagged outcrops like this which have wrecked many ships. From a print, date not exact.
Trenemene - Scilly One of the granite rocks of the Western Rocks of Scilly.
Trenemene - Scilly
One of the granite rocks of the Western Rocks of Scilly.
Western Rocks - Scillies Great Crebawethan - these islands are solely for seabirds and seals. One of the most isolated parts of the Scillies.
Western Rocks - Scillies
Great Crebawethan - these islands are solely for seabirds and seals. One of the most isolated parts of the Scillies.
Rosevear - Scillies The northern tip of this nature refuge for seals and seabirds.
Rosevear - Scillies
The northern tip of this nature refuge for seals and seabirds.
Rags - Scilly One of the isolated granite crags of the Western Rocks. A favourite haunt of cormorants.
Rags - Scilly
One of the isolated granite crags of the Western Rocks. A favourite haunt of cormorants.
Trenemene from Gorregan These rocks are on the edge of Scilly. It is very popular with scuba divers.
Trenemene from Gorregan
These rocks are on the edge of Scilly. It is very popular with scuba divers.
Western Rocks - Scilly These rocks lie right out on the south western edge of Scilly. The rock in the distance is the infamous Gilstone which has been the cause of many shipwrecks - most notably the Association in the early 1700's.
Western Rocks - Scilly
These rocks lie right out on the south western edge of Scilly. The rock in the distance is the infamous Gilstone which has been the cause of many shipwrecks - most notably the Association in the early 1700's.
Scilly seals A group of basking seals seen near Great Crebawethan on a boat trip to Bishops Rock.
Scilly seals
A group of basking seals seen near Great Crebawethan on a boat trip to Bishops Rock.
Atlantic Grey Seal On Great Crebawethan
Atlantic Grey Seal
On Great Crebawethan
Biggal of Gorregan From the East.
Biggal of Gorregan
From the East.
Biggal of Gorregan From the South.
Biggal of Gorregan
From the South.
Little Crebawethan On a choppy and rainy day.
Little Crebawethan
On a choppy and rainy day.
Return to the Bishop Rock, Scilly We were pleased, as we approached the Bishop Rock, that the tickets we had were returns.
Return to the Bishop Rock, Scilly
We were pleased, as we approached the Bishop Rock, that the tickets we had were returns.
Western Rocks, Scilly, with the Bishop Rock Lighthouse The rocks in the foreground are probably Jacky's Rock, with Jolly Rock beyond. The Bishop Rock is approximately three kilometres beyond these.
Western Rocks, Scilly, with the Bishop Rock Lighthouse
The rocks in the foreground are probably Jacky's Rock, with Jolly Rock beyond. The Bishop Rock is approximately three kilometres beyond these.
Western Rocks, Isles of Scilly Western Rocks, Rosevean and Rosevear, Isles of Scilly
Western Rocks, Isles of Scilly
Western Rocks, Rosevean and Rosevear, Isles of Scilly
The Gilstone, Western Rocks The Gilstone was the site where HMS Association foundered in 1707. The ship was commanded by Sir Cloudesley Shovell who was washed up on the beach at Porth Hellick on St Mary's
The Gilstone, Western Rocks
The Gilstone was the site where HMS Association foundered in 1707. The ship was commanded by Sir Cloudesley Shovell who was washed up on the beach at Porth Hellick on St Mary's
Gorregan Home to seals and seabirds, managed by The Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust. Landing is not permitted at any time.
Gorregan
Home to seals and seabirds, managed by The Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust. Landing is not permitted at any time.
Trenemene
Trenemene
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Jolly Rock is located at Grid Ref: SV8306 (Lat: 49.872826, Lng: -6.4085373)

Division: Isles of Scilly

Unitary Authority: Isles of Scilly

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

What 3 Words

///ramble.scrubber.zapped. Near St Agnes, Isles of Scilly

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Western Rocks Frenchman's Rock Jacky's Rock Santaspery Neck Cornish Ledge Crebawethan Neck

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