Vessacks

Island in Cornwall

England

Vessacks

The Minack Theatre The Minack Theatre, filling up before a performance.
The Minack Theatre Credit: Kevin Pearson

Vessacks is a small island located off the coast of Cornwall, England. Situated in the Celtic Sea, it covers an area of approximately 2 square miles. The island is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and lush greenery.

Vessacks has a rich history dating back centuries. It was first inhabited in the early medieval period, and evidence of ancient settlements can still be found today. The island was once a thriving fishing community, with its inhabitants relying on the sea for their livelihood.

Today, Vessacks is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors who are drawn to its unspoiled landscapes and tranquility. The island offers a range of outdoor activities, such as hiking along its scenic coastal paths, birdwatching, and exploring its hidden coves. The crystal-clear waters surrounding Vessacks also make it a favorite spot for diving and snorkeling enthusiasts.

Despite its small size, Vessacks boasts a rich biodiversity. The island is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including rare seabirds, seals, and marine life. Conservation efforts have been implemented to protect the island's delicate ecosystem and preserve its natural heritage.

There are no permanent residents on Vessacks, with the island being uninhabited for most of the year. However, during the summer months, a few cottages are available for rent, allowing visitors to experience the island's solitude and escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Overall, Vessacks offers a unique retreat for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful getaway. Its picturesque landscapes, rich history, and diverse wildlife make it a hidden gem within Cornwall's stunning coastline.

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Vessacks Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.03695/-5.66158 or Grid Reference SW3721. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Minack Theatre The Minack Theatre, filling up before a performance.
The Minack Theatre
The Minack Theatre, filling up before a performance.
Porthcurno car park
Porthcurno car park
Signpost above the Telegraph Museum This post is on the top of the cliff above Porthcurno where the exit from the Telegraph Museum emerges.
Signpost above the Telegraph Museum
This post is on the top of the cliff above Porthcurno where the exit from the Telegraph Museum emerges.
Minack Theatre - Looking down to the stage Taken from high up, above the top row of seating at the Minack Theatre.
The four performers on the stage were rehearsing for the 'Last Night of the Proms'.
Minack Theatre - Looking down to the stage
Taken from high up, above the top row of seating at the Minack Theatre. The four performers on the stage were rehearsing for the 'Last Night of the Proms'.
Minack Open Air Theatre A view of the steeply descending amphitheatre at Minack Open Air Theatre.
Minack Open Air Theatre
A view of the steeply descending amphitheatre at Minack Open Air Theatre.
Beach at Porth Curno near Percella Point Looking towards Percella Point from the beach at Porth Curno.
Beach at Porth Curno near Percella Point
Looking towards Percella Point from the beach at Porth Curno.
Minack Theatre With the potential to be the most uncomfortable theatre in the country for those who come unprepared for what the Atlantic weather can throw across the stage; the spectacular location of the Minack Theatre set on granite cliffs overlooking Porthcurno bay guarantees it as a top tourist attraction.  Here we see the theatre on a benign September day with a handful of tourists enjoying a leisurely look around this unique venue.
Minack Theatre
With the potential to be the most uncomfortable theatre in the country for those who come unprepared for what the Atlantic weather can throw across the stage; the spectacular location of the Minack Theatre set on granite cliffs overlooking Porthcurno bay guarantees it as a top tourist attraction. Here we see the theatre on a benign September day with a handful of tourists enjoying a leisurely look around this unique venue.
Inside Porthcurno Cable Hut Porthcurno Cable Hut is where telegraph cables from all over the world terminated to be routed to UK destinations.  Equipment in this hut enabled engineers to test the various cable circuits before they were routed to the Cable Station on the cliff behind.
Inside Porthcurno Cable Hut
Porthcurno Cable Hut is where telegraph cables from all over the world terminated to be routed to UK destinations. Equipment in this hut enabled engineers to test the various cable circuits before they were routed to the Cable Station on the cliff behind.
Porthcurno beach facing south west
Porthcurno beach facing south west
Old Wayside Cross towards Ardensawah in St Levan parish Ardensawah or Ardensaweth Cross, the old head and neck of a wayside cross. Set beside a stone stile on a footpath northwest of St Levan church in St Levan parish. Grade II Listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1146492" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1146492">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>. See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ocifant/412959521" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ocifant/412959521">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>.

Milestone Society National ID: CWPW_SLE01
Old Wayside Cross towards Ardensawah in St Levan parish
Ardensawah or Ardensaweth Cross, the old head and neck of a wayside cross. Set beside a stone stile on a footpath northwest of St Levan church in St Levan parish. Grade II Listed LinkExternal link. See also LinkExternal link. Milestone Society National ID: CWPW_SLE01
Looking down on the stage at the Minack Theatre at the end of the show
Looking down on the stage at the Minack Theatre at the end of the show
The B3315 near Trethewey
The B3315 near Trethewey
Museum of Global Communications, Porthcurno
Museum of Global Communications, Porthcurno
Porthcurno : Track A track to Highfield.
Porthcurno : Track
A track to Highfield.
Porthcurno : WWII Cable Station An underground WWII cable station with a narrow thoroughfare.
Porthcurno : WWII Cable Station
An underground WWII cable station with a narrow thoroughfare.
Porthcurno : PK Porthcurno - WWII Cable Station A WWII bomb dropped nearby by the Luftwaffe and now on display at the museum, as well as a map showing other locations involved in the war.
Porthcurno : PK Porthcurno - WWII Cable Station
A WWII bomb dropped nearby by the Luftwaffe and now on display at the museum, as well as a map showing other locations involved in the war.
Porthcurno : PK Porthcurno - WWII Cable Station Looking across the WWII cable station which is now a museum.
Porthcurno : PK Porthcurno - WWII Cable Station
Looking across the WWII cable station which is now a museum.
Porthcurno : PK Porthcurno One of the displays in the museum.
Porthcurno : PK Porthcurno
One of the displays in the museum.
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Vessacks is located at Grid Ref: SW3721 (Lat: 50.03695, Lng: -5.66158)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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