Vellan Drang

Island in Cornwall

England

Vellan Drang

Cliffs below Pistil Meadow A view of the cliffs below Pistil Meadow, from the S W Coastal Path.
Cliffs below Pistil Meadow Credit: Oscar

Vellan Drang is a small island located off the coast of Cornwall, England. It is situated in the Celtic Sea, about 10 miles southwest of the mainland. The island covers an area of approximately 1 square mile and is known for its stunning natural beauty and rugged coastline.

Vellan Drang is predominantly made up of rocky cliffs, with a few small sandy coves scattered along its shoreline. The island's cliffs provide a nesting site for various seabird species, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts.

The island is uninhabited, with no permanent residents or infrastructure. However, it is a popular spot for day trips and picnics, attracting visitors who are drawn to its tranquility and unspoiled nature. Access to the island is possible via private boats or by taking a ferry service from nearby coastal towns.

Vellan Drang offers several walking trails that allow visitors to explore its rugged landscape and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding sea. The island's flora consists of heather, gorse, and various wildflowers, adding a splash of color to the otherwise rocky terrain.

While there are no facilities or accommodations on the island, visitors can find amenities, including restaurants and accommodation options, in the nearby coastal towns of Cornwall. Vellan Drang is a hidden gem for nature lovers and a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Vellan Drang Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 49.958256/-5.2071629 or Grid Reference SW7011. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cliffs below Pistil Meadow A view of the cliffs below Pistil Meadow, from the S W Coastal Path.
Cliffs below Pistil Meadow
A view of the cliffs below Pistil Meadow, from the S W Coastal Path.
Kynance Cove from Pistil Meadow headland Asparagus Island and Kynance Cove from Pistil Meadow headland.
Kynance Cove from Pistil Meadow headland
Asparagus Island and Kynance Cove from Pistil Meadow headland.
Cliffs near Pentreath Beach Some cliffs on the S W Coastal Path between Pentreath Beach and Lizard Point.
Cliffs near Pentreath Beach
Some cliffs on the S W Coastal Path between Pentreath Beach and Lizard Point.
Polpeor Cove
Polpeor Cove
Crane Ledges
Crane Ledges
Fields near Lizard village
Fields near Lizard village
Steps down to Polpeor Cove After you!
Steps down to Polpeor Cove
After you!
Entering Pistil Meadow Legend has it that this was the burial site of 200 souls lost in the wreck of the Royal Anne Galley in 1721. This has now probably been disproved by a study conducted in 2014-16 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://thisismast.org//research/pistil-meadow-and-the-royal-anne.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://thisismast.org//research/pistil-meadow-and-the-royal-anne.html">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>
Entering Pistil Meadow
Legend has it that this was the burial site of 200 souls lost in the wreck of the Royal Anne Galley in 1721. This has now probably been disproved by a study conducted in 2014-16 LinkExternal link
Looking out from Pistil Meadow Shag Rock on the left.
Looking out from Pistil Meadow
Shag Rock on the left.
Bridleway leading from Pistil Meadow to Lizard Village
Bridleway leading from Pistil Meadow to Lizard Village
Looking down on Pistil Meadow From the bridleway down from Lizard Village.
Looking down on Pistil Meadow
From the bridleway down from Lizard Village.
Farm gates by the bridleway Down from Lizard Village.
Farm gates by the bridleway
Down from Lizard Village.
The Lizard Lifeboat Station The Lizard Lifeboat Station at Lizard Point, below the Lighthouse.
The Lizard Lifeboat Station
The Lizard Lifeboat Station at Lizard Point, below the Lighthouse.
The Lizard Lighthouse Foghorn The Lizard Foghorn comprises two diaphone horns operated by compressed air, nowadays electrically operated giving one three second blast every thirty seconds when air moisture exceeds a certain figure.  Originally it was operated by a steam compressor, changed to diesel operation after 1907.
The Lizard Lighthouse Foghorn
The Lizard Foghorn comprises two diaphone horns operated by compressed air, nowadays electrically operated giving one three second blast every thirty seconds when air moisture exceeds a certain figure. Originally it was operated by a steam compressor, changed to diesel operation after 1907.
Lizard Methodist Church
Lizard Methodist Church
Footpath down to Lizard Point A footpath leading down to Lizard Point.
Footpath down to Lizard Point
A footpath leading down to Lizard Point.
Steps down to Lizard Point A footpath with steps down to Lizard Point.
Steps down to Lizard Point
A footpath with steps down to Lizard Point.
Lizard Point Lizard Point is the most southerly place in Britain.
Lizard Point
Lizard Point is the most southerly place in Britain.
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Vellan Drang is located at Grid Ref: SW7011 (Lat: 49.958256, Lng: -5.2071629)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 49.958256,-5.2071629
Crossing
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Enoch Rock
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Poltream Cove
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Lizard Lighthouse Heritage Centre
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The Lizard
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Lizard Point
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Bench
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Lizard Point
Check Date: 2021-06-30
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Man Made: mast
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Man Made: mast
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Lizard Point Substation
Brand: National Grid
Brand Wikidata: Q1465461
Operator: National Grid Electricity Distribution
Operator Old: Western Power Distribution
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Owner: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) Plc
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Bench
Backrest: no
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Bench
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Defibrillator
Defibrillator Location: Alley Between Shops
Emergency: defibrillator
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Life Ring
Emergency: life_ring
Survey Date: 2023-10-22
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Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 4
Covered: no
Lat/Long: 49.9605037/-5.2045983
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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