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Vervan Rocks

Island in Cornwall

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Vervan Rocks

St Keverne : Porthallow - Coastal Scenery Looking across the rocky coastline near Porthallow.
St Keverne : Porthallow - Coastal Scenery Credit: Lewis Clarke

Vervan Rocks is a small island located off the coast of Cornwall, England. Situated in the Celtic Sea, it is approximately 1.5 miles southwest of the mainland town of Penzance. The island measures just over 250 meters in length and is comprised of rugged cliffs and rocky outcrops.

Vervan Rocks is known for its dramatic and picturesque landscape, with towering cliffs that reach up to 60 meters in height. These cliffs are home to a variety of seabirds, including gulls, cormorants, and puffins, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

The island is accessible only by boat, and due to its remote location, it remains largely uninhabited. However, it attracts a steady stream of visitors who come to explore its natural beauty and enjoy its peaceful surroundings. The lack of human presence has allowed the flora and fauna on Vervan Rocks to thrive, with wildflowers and grasses covering the land.

Historically, Vervan Rocks served as a navigational landmark for sailors, guiding them safely into Penzance harbor. Today, it is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is protected under the Cornwall Wildlife Trust. Visitors are advised to follow guidelines to preserve the island's delicate ecosystem.

In conclusion, Vervan Rocks is a stunning and secluded island off the coast of Cornwall, offering breathtaking views, diverse wildlife, and a serene atmosphere for those seeking a peaceful retreat in nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.054748/-5.0566576 or Grid Reference SW8121. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Keverne : Porthallow - Coastal Scenery Looking across the rocky coastline near Porthallow.
St Keverne : Porthallow - Coastal Scenery
Looking across the rocky coastline near Porthallow.
St Keverne : Porthallow - Coastal Scenery Looking across the rocky coastline near Porthallow.
St Keverne : Porthallow - Coastal Scenery
Looking across the rocky coastline near Porthallow.
On the new SW coast path from Porthallow to Porthkerris The path is now easier to follow as in the years before and a long fence has been built.
On the new SW coast path from Porthallow to Porthkerris
The path is now easier to follow as in the years before and a long fence has been built.
View from the new SW coast path section While the SW coast path between Porthallow and Porthoustock follows inland routes, there has always been an unofficial path along the coast. This narrow and at times overgrown path is now being converted to become an official section of the coast path: It is already wider, steps have been built, rocks have been secured and some posts have been installed.
View from the new SW coast path section
While the SW coast path between Porthallow and Porthoustock follows inland routes, there has always been an unofficial path along the coast. This narrow and at times overgrown path is now being converted to become an official section of the coast path: It is already wider, steps have been built, rocks have been secured and some posts have been installed.
Porthallow seen from the new SW coast path section While the SW coast path between Porthallow and Porthoustock follows inland routes, there has always been an unofficial path along the coast. This narrow and at times overgrown path is now being converted to become an official section of the coast path: It is already wider, steps have been built, rocks have been secured and some posts have been installed.
Porthallow seen from the new SW coast path section
While the SW coast path between Porthallow and Porthoustock follows inland routes, there has always been an unofficial path along the coast. This narrow and at times overgrown path is now being converted to become an official section of the coast path: It is already wider, steps have been built, rocks have been secured and some posts have been installed.
On the new SW coast path from Porthkerris to Porthoustock The path is much wider now.
On the new SW coast path from Porthkerris to Porthoustock
The path is much wider now.
On the new SW coast path from Porthkerris to Porthoustock Many fences are being built along the path.
On the new SW coast path from Porthkerris to Porthoustock
Many fences are being built along the path.
Blasting warning Alerting walkers on the SW Coastal Path north of Lowland Point of the dangers associated with the stone quarry ahead. Dean Quarry has been producing Gabbro primarily for road-building for over a century.
Blasting warning
Alerting walkers on the SW Coastal Path north of Lowland Point of the dangers associated with the stone quarry ahead. Dean Quarry has been producing Gabbro primarily for road-building for over a century.
Porthoustock
Porthoustock
Rosenithon
Rosenithon
Route of the South West Coast Path through quarry An information board tells that the rock mined here, known as "gabbro", was loaded at high tide onto ships at the nearby jetty until 2005.
Route of the South West Coast Path through quarry
An information board tells that the rock mined here, known as "gabbro", was loaded at high tide onto ships at the nearby jetty until 2005.
Coverack gig, Porthoustock
Coverack gig, Porthoustock
Works vehicle, Porthoustock, Cornwall Porthoustock is perhaps not the prettiest of Cornish coves as this picture shows, but it is unusual in that the view inland is much better than that towards the sea, with nicely set cottages on the hillside. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2397034">SW8021 : Cottages, Porthoustock</a>
Works vehicle, Porthoustock, Cornwall
Porthoustock is perhaps not the prettiest of Cornish coves as this picture shows, but it is unusual in that the view inland is much better than that towards the sea, with nicely set cottages on the hillside. See SW8021 : Cottages, Porthoustock
Cottages, Porthoustock
Cottages, Porthoustock
The Manacles These rocks appear at low tide but when the tide is in they have caught out many a mariner. They are very popular with divers.
The Manacles
These rocks appear at low tide but when the tide is in they have caught out many a mariner. They are very popular with divers.
Porthoustock Beach
Porthoustock Beach
Porthoustock Beach
Porthoustock Beach
Coverack gig, Porthoustock
Coverack gig, Porthoustock
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Vervan Rocks is located at Grid Ref: SW8121 (Lat: 50.054748, Lng: -5.0566576)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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