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Silver Carn

Island in Cornwall

England

Silver Carn

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

Silver Carn is a small island located off the coast of Cornwall, England. Situated in the Celtic Sea, it is part of the Isles of Scilly archipelago. The island covers an area of approximately 0.12 square kilometers and has a maximum elevation of 29 meters.

Silver Carn is known for its picturesque landscapes and pristine beaches. The island is predominantly rocky, with cliffs that provide stunning views of the surrounding ocean. The rugged terrain attracts visitors who enjoy hiking and exploring the island's natural beauty.

The island is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, including seabirds, seals, and rare plants. It has been designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its ecological significance.

Silver Carn does not have a permanent human population, but it is a popular destination for day trippers and tourists. Visitors can reach the island by boat from the mainland, with regular ferry services available during the summer months.

Due to its relatively small size and lack of amenities, Silver Carn offers a peaceful and secluded experience for those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its unspoiled natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere make it a hidden gem in the Isles of Scilly.

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Silver Carn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 49.872101/-6.4023032 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.
Gorregan - Scilly Carn Ithen - the most eastern rock of Gorregan, Western Rocks.
Gorregan - Scilly
Carn Ithen - the most eastern rock of Gorregan, Western Rocks.
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.
Western Rocks - Scilly The low lying Western Rocks viewed from Gorregan Neck. These sharp pieces of granite are perfect ship wreckers in a bad, misty sea.
Western Rocks - Scilly
The low lying Western Rocks viewed from Gorregan Neck. These sharp pieces of granite are perfect ship wreckers in a bad, misty sea.
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.
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.
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Silver Carn is located at Grid Ref: SV8306 (Lat: 49.872101, Lng: -6.4023032)

Division: Isles of Scilly

Unitary Authority: Isles of Scilly

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

What 3 Words

///bombshell.bulges.briefer. Near St Agnes, Isles of Scilly

Nearby Locations

Frenchman's Rock Jolly Rock Jacky's Rock Santaspery Neck Silver Carn Crebawethan Neck

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