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Bo Cowloe

Island in Cornwall

England

Bo Cowloe

Looking down to Sennen Cove from the coast path on the dunes
Looking down to Sennen Cove from the coast path on the dunes Credit: Rod Allday

Bo Cowloe is a small island located off the coast of Cornwall, England. It is situated in the Celtic Sea and is part of the Isles of Scilly archipelago. The island spans approximately 0.12 square kilometers and has a population of around 20 people.

Bo Cowloe is known for its picturesque landscapes and stunning natural beauty. The island features rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and rocky coves, providing visitors with a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and swimming. The crystal-clear waters surrounding the island also make it a popular spot for snorkeling and diving.

The island is largely uninhabited, with only a few scattered cottages and a small farm. There are no shops or amenities on Bo Cowloe, making it a peaceful and secluded destination for those seeking tranquility and a break from urban life.

Bo Cowloe can be reached by boat from the nearby island of St. Mary's, which is the main gateway to the Isles of Scilly. The island is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and its unspoiled environment and diverse wildlife make it a haven for nature enthusiasts. Seals, dolphins, and a wide variety of seabirds can often be spotted around the island.

Overall, Bo Cowloe offers a unique opportunity to experience the raw beauty of the Cornish coastline and immerse oneself in the serenity of this remote island.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.082001/-5.7104146 or Grid Reference SW3426. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking down to Sennen Cove from the coast path on the dunes
Looking down to Sennen Cove from the coast path on the dunes
The crowded beach at Sennen at high tide in August The beach at Sennen is vast but at high tide space is at a premium!
The crowded beach at Sennen at high tide in August
The beach at Sennen is vast but at high tide space is at a premium!
Empty beach on a sunny day in August! Compare with <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6929331">SW3526 : The crowded beach at Sennen at high tide in August</a>. The beach has been closed by the lifeguards and coastguards after a suspicious object was found. It proved to be a WWII Mills bomb which was later disposed of by the Navy bomb disposal team from Plymouth
Empty beach on a sunny day in August!
Compare with SW3526 : The crowded beach at Sennen at high tide in August. The beach has been closed by the lifeguards and coastguards after a suspicious object was found. It proved to be a WWII Mills bomb which was later disposed of by the Navy bomb disposal team from Plymouth
Waves breaking over the breakwater at Sennen Cove at high tide
Waves breaking over the breakwater at Sennen Cove at high tide
Big breakers on Whitesand Bay
Big breakers on Whitesand Bay
Sennen beach on a sunny August day
Sennen beach on a sunny August day
Teasel seed head
Teasel seed head
Sunset over the harbour at Sennen Cove
Sunset over the harbour at Sennen Cove
Figures on the breakwater at sunset
Figures on the breakwater at sunset
Sennen August sunset
Sennen August sunset
Land's End Signpost
Land's End Signpost
View towards Greeb Farm
View towards Greeb Farm
The First and Last Inn, Sennan
The First and Last Inn, Sennan
Sennen Church - corner of tower Cut benchmark on this corner <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm51379" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm51379">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Sennen Church - corner of tower
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Small boats, Sennen Cove Not a day for fishing in a small boat. These are tied up, well away from the water.
Small boats, Sennen Cove
Not a day for fishing in a small boat. These are tied up, well away from the water.
Sennen Cove viewed from the South West Coastal Path
Sennen Cove viewed from the South West Coastal Path
Irish Lady rock off Sennen Cove
Irish Lady rock off Sennen Cove
Public toilets at Sennen Cove
Public toilets at Sennen Cove
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Bo Cowloe is located at Grid Ref: SW3426 (Lat: 50.082001, Lng: -5.7104146)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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