Annet

Island in Cornwall

England

Annet

Table laid-out for the St Agnes Coronation Street Party The “street” in this case is Old Lane. No traffic order is required to close the road here! The Island Hall on the left had tables groaning under the weight of many cakes and other treats. — Table laid-out for the St Agnes Coronation Street Party Credit: David Lally

Annet is a small uninhabited island located off the southwestern coast of Cornwall, England. It is one of the Isles of Scilly, a group of islands renowned for their natural beauty and diverse wildlife. Annet covers an area of approximately 50 acres and is characterized by its rugged coastline, towering cliffs, and rolling heathland.

The island is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its importance as a breeding ground for seabirds. Annet is home to significant populations of several seabird species, including the European storm petrel, the Manx shearwater, and the Atlantic puffin. These birds are attracted to the island's steep cliffs and rocky outcrops, where they nest and raise their young.

In addition to its avian inhabitants, Annet supports a diverse range of flora and fauna. The heathland is home to various wildflowers, including thrift, sea campion, and bird's-foot trefoil. The surrounding waters are rich in marine life, with seals often spotted swimming near the island's shores.

Due to its status as a protected area, visiting Annet is strictly regulated, and landing on the island is prohibited during the breeding season to minimize disturbance to the seabird colonies. However, visitors can still enjoy the stunning views of Annet from nearby islands or by taking boat trips around the Isles of Scilly.

Overall, Annet offers a unique and unspoiled glimpse into the natural world, showcasing the beauty of Cornwall's wildlife and serving as an important sanctuary for seabirds.

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Annet Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 49.895316/-6.3728961 or Grid Reference SV8608. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Table laid-out for the St Agnes Coronation Street Party

The “street” in this case is Old Lane. No traffic order is required to close the road here! The Island Hall on the left had tables groaning under the weight of many cakes and other treats.

David Lally

A stile to Browarth

A tad more conventional than 15 years ago SV8708 : Crate Based Stile.

David Lally

Two post-medieval quays

These quays are believed to have been built to land coal for the St Agnes lighthouse. For more details see the details on their Historic England listing: List Entry Number:1016512. Link

The named quay “Uncle Tom’s Quay” is the more eroded of the two but can still be discerned to the right of the picture surmounted by a herring gull.

David Lally

Refloating Elvera

This small launch is probably about 90 years old now. It's spent the winter in a nearby field undergoing "months of work" according to its owner (on the right of the picture standing on the slipway.) I expressed surprise that they had towed it down at such a low tide "You are going to let the tide float her?" "Yes, she's full of leaks".

David Lally

Refloating Elvera

Taken a few minutes before SV8708 : Refloating Elvera. This shows a family group bringing an heirloom back into use. 60 years ago this little launch would take my family (weather permitting) to Catholic Mass on St Mary's when holidaying on St Agnes . It would be sailed by the father of the man on driving the tractor and grandfather of the two men at the stern of the boat.

David Lally