Trenance Rock

Island in Cornwall

England

Trenance Rock

The Atlantic Ocean, near Mawgan Porth The ripples in the Atlantic Ocean as viewed from the cliffs near Mawgan Porth, in North Cornwall.
The Atlantic Ocean, near Mawgan Porth Credit: Matthew Cotton

Trenance Rock is a small island located in Cornwall, England. Situated off the coast of Newquay, it is a notable landmark in the area and holds historical significance. The island is accessible during low tide, when a natural causeway is exposed, but becomes completely cut off during high tide.

Trenance Rock is composed of rugged granite and is approximately 50 meters in diameter. The island is covered in lush green vegetation, including grasses and wildflowers, and is home to various seabirds, such as gulls and cormorants, which nest on its rocky slopes. The surrounding waters are teeming with marine life, making it a popular spot for divers and snorkelers.

The island has a rich history, with evidence of human activity dating back to the Bronze Age. It is believed to have been used as a lookout point for coastal defenses during the Roman occupation of Britain. In more recent times, Trenance Rock served as a navigational aid for ships entering the Newquay harbor.

Today, Trenance Rock is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Visitors can explore the island's rugged terrain, enjoy panoramic views of the coastline, or simply relax on the sandy beach that emerges during low tide. However, it is important for visitors to be aware of the tide times to avoid being stranded on the island when the causeway disappears underwater.

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Trenance Rock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.471805/-5.0372052 or Grid Reference SW8467. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Atlantic Ocean, near Mawgan Porth The ripples in the Atlantic Ocean as viewed from the cliffs near Mawgan Porth, in North Cornwall.
The Atlantic Ocean, near Mawgan Porth
The ripples in the Atlantic Ocean as viewed from the cliffs near Mawgan Porth, in North Cornwall.
Gluvian Farm Shortly after take-off from Newquay Airport on a Flybe flight to London Gatwick.
Gluvian Farm
Shortly after take-off from Newquay Airport on a Flybe flight to London Gatwick.
Landscape Around Trenance Taken from a Flybe flight just after take-off from Newquay Airport bound for London Gatwick.
Landscape Around Trenance
Taken from a Flybe flight just after take-off from Newquay Airport bound for London Gatwick.
Atlantic Coast North of Newquay Taken from a Flybe flight just after take-off from Newquay Airport heading for London Gatwick.
Atlantic Coast North of Newquay
Taken from a Flybe flight just after take-off from Newquay Airport heading for London Gatwick.
Mawgan Porth Beach Taken from a Flybe flight, which has just taken off from Newquay Airport (visible in the background) on the way to London Gatwick.
Mawgan Porth Beach
Taken from a Flybe flight, which has just taken off from Newquay Airport (visible in the background) on the way to London Gatwick.
Retorrick Mill Ford This ford is found beside the holiday park on the path leading to Retorric Mill.
Retorrick Mill Ford
This ford is found beside the holiday park on the path leading to Retorric Mill.
Ford at Gluvian Farm This is the first of two fords on the byway leading from Gluvian Farm to Tolcarne Meroch. A YouTube video of the ford can be seen at:
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Ford at Gluvian Farm
This is the first of two fords on the byway leading from Gluvian Farm to Tolcarne Meroch. A YouTube video of the ford can be seen at: LinkExternal link
Ford at Mawgan Porth This is the second of the two fords along this byway albeit the first is in the neighbouring grid square:
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Ford at Mawgan Porth
This is the second of the two fords along this byway albeit the first is in the neighbouring grid square: Link
St Eval airfield radio transmitter station St Eval airfield radio transmitter station.  It is on the site of a former airfield which closed in the 1950s.
St Eval airfield radio transmitter station
St Eval airfield radio transmitter station. It is on the site of a former airfield which closed in the 1950s.
Bedruthan Steps
Bedruthan Steps
Dog walkers on the beach at Mawgan Porth
Dog walkers on the beach at Mawgan Porth
Berryl's Point at the south end of Mawgan Porth beach
Berryl's Point at the south end of Mawgan Porth beach
The northern end of Mawgan Porth beach
The northern end of Mawgan Porth beach
Houses above Mawgan Porth beach
Houses above Mawgan Porth beach
Head exposed in the cliffs at Mawgan Porth
Head exposed in the cliffs at Mawgan Porth
The lifeguards' hut at Mawgan Porth Closed up for the winter.
The lifeguards' hut at Mawgan Porth
Closed up for the winter.
The River Menalhyl behind Mawgan Porth beach
The River Menalhyl behind Mawgan Porth beach
Fields in the River Menalhyl valley at Mawgan Porth
Fields in the River Menalhyl valley at Mawgan Porth
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Trenance Rock is located at Grid Ref: SW8467 (Lat: 50.471805, Lng: -5.0372052)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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