Square Rock

Island in Cornwall

England

Square Rock

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

Square Rock is a small island located off the coast of Cornwall, England. Situated in the Atlantic Ocean, it is renowned for its picturesque beauty and unique geological formations. The island gets its name from a large rock formation that resembles a perfect square, which is one of its main attractions.

Covered in lush green vegetation, Square Rock offers a diverse ecosystem, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. The island is home to a wide variety of native wildlife, including several species of birds, reptiles, and marine life. Visitors can enjoy birdwatching, as well as spotting seals and dolphins in the surrounding waters.

The island's rocky coastline provides excellent opportunities for hiking and exploring. Adventurous visitors can discover hidden caves and rock pools, which are teeming with marine life during low tide. The crystal-clear waters surrounding Square Rock also appeal to scuba divers and snorkelers, who can explore the vibrant underwater world.

Despite its small size, Square Rock boasts a rich history. It is believed to have been inhabited since ancient times, with evidence of Bronze Age settlements found on the island. Over the centuries, it has served as a trading hub and a strategic location for defense against invaders. Today, remnants of old structures and artifacts can still be found, adding to the island's historical charm.

Accessible by boat from the mainland, Square Rock offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. Its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and intriguing history make it a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking a unique and peaceful retreat.

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Square Rock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 49.95476/-6.3621511 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 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
Oystercatchers in Gimble Porth On Tresco
Oystercatchers in Gimble Porth
On Tresco
Rainbow between Tresco and Bryher Looking north towards Plumb Island
Rainbow between Tresco and Bryher
Looking north towards Plumb Island
Bracken above the Flying Boat Club On Tresco
Bracken above the Flying Boat Club
On Tresco
Water tanks Providing most of the fresh water for Tresco
Water tanks
Providing most of the fresh water for Tresco
New Grimsby Harbour From the hill overlooking the harbour
New Grimsby Harbour
From the hill overlooking the harbour
The New Inn and New Grimsby On the west side of Tresco
The New Inn and New Grimsby
On the west side of Tresco
Firethorn of Tresco Boat Services Collecting passengers for a trip to the Northern Rocks and St Agnes
Firethorn of Tresco Boat Services
Collecting passengers for a trip to the Northern Rocks and St Agnes
Townshill cottages Properties on the top of Townshill
Townshill cottages
Properties on the top of Townshill
Three cottages painted white as a daymark Dial Rocks, Coastguards and North End cottages
Three cottages painted white as a daymark
Dial Rocks, Coastguards and North End cottages
Osprey in front of Merrick Island In the channel between Tresco and Bryher
Osprey in front of Merrick Island
In the channel between Tresco and Bryher
Tresco Beef Cattle grazing in the fields above New Grimsby
Tresco Beef
Cattle grazing in the fields above New Grimsby
Grazing by the pool A horse grazing by the Great Pool on Tresco
Grazing by the pool
A horse grazing by the Great Pool on Tresco
Cromwell's Tower and Bryher A view of Cromwell's Tower looking into the sun, hence the washed out appearance of the image.
Cromwell's Tower and Bryher
A view of Cromwell's Tower looking into the sun, hence the washed out appearance of the image.
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Square Rock is located at Grid Ref: SV8715 (Lat: 49.95476, Lng: -6.3621511)

Division: Isles of Scilly

Unitary Authority: Isles of Scilly

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Located within 500m of 49.95476,-6.3621511
Source: PGS
Lat/Long: 49.9516781/-6.3609096
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Lat/Long: 49.9545748/-6.3588966
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Lat/Long: 49.953743/-6.3588309
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Lat/Long: 49.9551253/-6.3591528
Hell Bay Hotel
Tourism: hotel
Website: https://www.hellbay.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 49.9516201/-6.3574089
Popplestone Neck
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 49.9542642/-6.3622783
Wether's Carn
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 49.9508534/-6.3630635
Gweal Hill
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 49.9527041/-6.3631547
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