Newman

Island in Cornwall

England

Newman

Rock formations at Peninnis Head — Rock formations at Peninnis Head Credit: Bob Ford

Newman, Cornwall is a small island located off the southwestern coast of England. Situated in the Celtic Sea, it is part of the Isles of Scilly archipelago. With an area of approximately 0.5 square kilometers, Newman is one of the smaller islands in the group.

The island is characterized by its rugged coastline, featuring towering cliffs and rocky shores. The landscape is mainly comprised of heathland, dotted with patches of grass and wildflowers. Despite its small size, Newman offers breathtaking views of the surrounding turquoise waters, making it a popular spot for photography and nature lovers.

Newman is uninhabited, lacking any permanent human population. However, it serves as an important breeding ground for seabirds, including various species of gulls and puffins. The island is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with several rare plant species found in its vicinity.

Access to Newman is limited, with no regular ferry or boat services available. However, private boats or chartered tours can be arranged to visit the island. Its remote and untouched nature makes it a haven for those seeking tranquility and solitude.

Due to its small size and lack of amenities, there are no facilities or accommodations on the island. Visitors are advised to bring their own supplies and take necessary precautions, as there are no medical or emergency services available.

Overall, Newman, Cornwall is a rugged and untouched island, showcasing the natural beauty of the Isles of Scilly archipelago. Its picturesque landscapes and abundant wildlife make it a hidden gem for nature enthusiasts.

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Newman Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 49.9178/-6.3226727 or Grid Reference SV8910. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rock formations at Peninnis Head

Rock formations at Peninnis Head

Morning Point, the Garrison Looking SE to the offshore rocks Wras and (behind and smaller) Biggal; Inner Head <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SV908093">SV908093</a> (part of Peninnis Head) is just visible to the far left, on the other side of Porth Cressa bay. Note the passing storm on the horizon...

Morning Point, the Garrison

Looking SE to the offshore rocks Wras and (behind and smaller) Biggal; Inner Head SV908093 (part of Peninnis Head) is just visible to the far left, on the other side of Porth Cressa bay. Note the passing storm on the horizon...

Old Town Bay from Peninnis There is a former Battery on the island to the right of the pine tree.

Old Town Bay from Peninnis

There is a former Battery on the island to the right of the pine tree.

Tolman Point Viewed from the north on the very edge of the square; note the WW2 pillbox.

Tolman Point

Viewed from the north on the very edge of the square; note the WW2 pillbox.

Lighthouse at Peninnis Head, St. Mary's The lighthouse guides shipping passing through St. Mary&#039;s Sound, between the islands of Agnes and St. Mary&#039;s. The lattice-work construction reduces its wind resistance.

Lighthouse at Peninnis Head, St. Mary's

The lighthouse guides shipping passing through St. Mary's Sound, between the islands of Agnes and St. Mary's. The lattice-work construction reduces its wind resistance.

Carn Leh, St. Mary's, Scilly Isles

Carn Leh, St. Mary's, Scilly Isles

Dr Neil Clifton

Footpath on Peninnis Head, St. Mary's, Scilly Isles

Footpath on Peninnis Head, St. Mary's, Scilly Isles

Dr Neil Clifton

Granite Stone Walls Granite is pretty much the only rock there is on the Scillies and there&#039;s plenty of it, so it makes sense to build your field walls out of it.

Granite Stone Walls

Granite is pretty much the only rock there is on the Scillies and there's plenty of it, so it makes sense to build your field walls out of it.

Fields on the eastern side of Peninnis The field at the bottom of the hill on the right is being used for bulb growing, the others look as though they have been left to grass.

Fields on the eastern side of Peninnis

The field at the bottom of the hill on the right is being used for bulb growing, the others look as though they have been left to grass.

Carn Leh Cove The headland of Carn Leh separates this small cove from the larger Old Town Bay.

Carn Leh Cove

The headland of Carn Leh separates this small cove from the larger Old Town Bay.

Rock Formations on Inner Head Around Peninnis Head the granite rock has been worn to fantastic shapes by the waves and weather.

Rock Formations on Inner Head

Around Peninnis Head the granite rock has been worn to fantastic shapes by the waves and weather.

Rocky Promontory on Inner Head In the background is the island of Gugh.

Rocky Promontory on Inner Head

In the background is the island of Gugh.

The Foreshore North of Inner Head Lots of pink granite exposed on the foreshore at low tide.

The Foreshore North of Inner Head

Lots of pink granite exposed on the foreshore at low tide.

Inner Head from the South

Inner Head from the South

Across Porth Cressa from Stony Porth A lot of rock is exposed on the foreshore here at low tide. Over the bay is The Garrison.

Across Porth Cressa from Stony Porth

A lot of rock is exposed on the foreshore here at low tide. Over the bay is The Garrison.

Fields on the North Side of the Peninnis Peninsula Surrounded by granite stone walls, the grass in these fields is in marked contrast to the coastal heathland surrounding them.

Fields on the North Side of the Peninnis Peninsula

Surrounded by granite stone walls, the grass in these fields is in marked contrast to the coastal heathland surrounding them.

Thrift on a Stone Wall A large clump of thrift, aka Sea Pink, latin name Armeria maritima, is draped over this granite stone wall close to the coastline.

Thrift on a Stone Wall

A large clump of thrift, aka Sea Pink, latin name Armeria maritima, is draped over this granite stone wall close to the coastline.

Tooth Rock, Peninnis Like a granite canine, Tooth Rock is about 25 feet high.

Tooth Rock, Peninnis

Like a granite canine, Tooth Rock is about 25 feet high.

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Newman is located at Grid Ref: SV8910 (Lat: 49.9178, Lng: -6.3226727)

Division: Isles of Scilly

Unitary Authority: Isles of Scilly

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

What 3 Words

///inherit.lime.piled. Near St Mary's, Isles of Scilly

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 49.9178,-6.3226727

Source: PGS

Lat/Long: 49.9157029/-6.3167873

Barrier: toll_booth

Lat/Long: 49.9178587/-6.3171371

Pharmacy

R. Douglas

Healthcare: pharmacy

Shop: chemist

Source: survey

Lat/Long: 49.9158712/-6.3178841

Rat Island

Place: locality

Lat/Long: 49.9177279/-6.3179072

Telephone

Booth: KX100

Check Date: 2022-10-28

Covered: booth

Phone: +44 1720 422027

Lat/Long: 49.9155841/-6.3179863

calico jack

Shop: gift

Lat/Long: 49.9157896/-6.3179903

Crossing

Crossing Ref: zebra

Lat/Long: 49.9179303/-6.3172547

Pub

Atlantic Inn

Lat/Long: 49.9152692/-6.3171615

Seamark Light 1 Character: Fl

Seamark Light 1 Colour: red

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Seamark Light 1 Range: 4

Seamark Light 1 Sector End: 100

Seamark Light 1 Sector Start: 70

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Seamark Light 2 Height: 5

Seamark Light 2 Period: 2

Seamark Light 2 Range: 4

Seamark Light 2 Sector End: 130

Seamark Light 2 Sector Start: 100

Seamark Light 3 Character: Fl

Seamark Light 3 Colour: green

Seamark Light 3 Height: 5

Seamark Light 3 Period: 2

Seamark Light 3 Range: 4

Seamark Light 3 Sector End: 70

Seamark Light 3 Sector Start: 130

Seamark Light Reference: A 0008

Seamark Type: light_minor

Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.

Lat/Long: 49.9184667/-6.3164667

Ferry Terminal

Ferry: yes

Public Transport: station

Lat/Long: 49.9183008/-6.3165345

Atlantic Hotel

Tourism: hotel

Wikidata: Q26433987

Lat/Long: 49.9153901/-6.317258

Source: PGS

Lat/Long: 49.9162909/-6.3177019

Bank

Lloyds Bank

Addr Country: GB

Addr Street: Hugh Street

Atm: yes

Brand: Lloyds Bank

Brand Wikidata: Q1152847

Brand Wikipedia: en:Lloyds Bank

Contact Website: https://branches.lloydsbank.com/st-mary's/hugh-street

Wikidata: Q26433985

Lat/Long: 49.9151649/-6.3173978

Leisure: swimming_pool

Sport: swimming

Lat/Long: 49.9144558/-6.3211981

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Lat/Long: 49.9156101/-6.3171353

Leisure: slipway

Lat/Long: 49.9161627/-6.3178435

Bar

Dungeon Bar

Lat/Long: 49.915453/-6.3210047

Historic: memorial

Lat/Long: 49.9142425/-6.3187962

Tourism: viewpoint

Lat/Long: 49.9143284/-6.3187784

Mount Hollis

Place: locality

Lat/Long: 49.9152426/-6.3181367

Cafe

Kavorna

Lat/Long: 49.9150942/-6.3172733

Recycling

Recycling Glass Bottles: yes

Recycling Type: container

Lat/Long: 49.9154981/-6.3173483

Restaurant

The Pilots Gig

Lat/Long: 49.915892/-6.318042

Parking

Parking: surface

Lat/Long: 49.9159809/-6.3184231

Toilets

Lat/Long: 49.9177118/-6.3172307

Shelter

Waiting Room

Lat/Long: 49.9175018/-6.3173196

Cafe

Lat/Long: 49.9176051/-6.3172747

Seamark Small Craft Facility Category: fuel_station

Seamark Type: small_craft_facility

Waterway: fuel

Lat/Long: 49.9172073/-6.317278

Bench

Backrest: yes

Lat/Long: 49.9155372/-6.3207527

Information: board

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 49.9160029/-6.3231427

King Charles' Battery

Historic: fort

Lat/Long: 49.9158911/-6.3235238

Direction: 175

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 14

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Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

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Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 49.9148096/-6.3178517

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 49.914558/-6.3182541

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 49.9145605/-6.3181984

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 49.9144894/-6.318244

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 49.9144928/-6.3181857

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 49.9147667/-6.3179097

Post Box

Brand: Royal Mail

Brand Wikidata: Q638098

Brand Wikipedia: en:Royal Mail

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 13:00; Sa 08:00; Su off

Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

Post Box Mounting: building

Post Box Type: lamp

Ref: TR21 71

Royal Cypher: EIIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113

Source: aerial imagery;streetlevel imagery

Lat/Long: 49.9178044/-6.3171743

Newman Battery

Place: locality

Lat/Long: 49.91693/-6.3214557

Barrier: entrance

Lat/Long: 49.9154283/-6.3193762

Seamark Light Category: vertical

Seamark Light Character: F

Seamark Light Colour: green

Lat/Long: 49.9186371/-6.3162281

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Seamark Buoy Lateral Colour: green

Seamark Buoy Lateral Shape: conical

Seamark Buoy Lateral System: iala-a

Seamark Light Character: Fl

Seamark Light Colour: green

Seamark Light Group: 2

Seamark Light Period: 5

Seamark Name: Newman

Seamark Type: buoy_lateral

Lat/Long: 49.9190395/-6.3212988

Seamark Buoy Lateral Category: port

Seamark Buoy Lateral Colour: red

Seamark Buoy Lateral Shape: can

Seamark Buoy Lateral System: iala-a

Seamark Light Character: Fl

Seamark Light Colour: red

Seamark Light Group: 4

Seamark Light Period: 5

Seamark Name: Bacon Buoy

Seamark Type: buoy_lateral

Lat/Long: 49.9203296/-6.3207436

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