Abe's Rock

Island in Cornwall

England

Abe's Rock

On the beach at Widemouth Bay Credit: David Martin

Abe's Rock is a small island located off the coast of Cornwall, England. Situated in the Celtic Sea, it is part of the Isles of Scilly archipelago. The island is named after Abraham Brown, a local fisherman who was believed to have discovered it in the 18th century.

Measuring approximately 1.5 acres in size, Abe's Rock is known for its rugged and rocky terrain. It is composed of granite and has steep cliffs that rise up to 50 feet above sea level. The island's coastline is dotted with caves and crevices, providing a habitat for various marine species, including seals and seabirds.

Access to Abe's Rock is challenging, as there are no regular boat services to the island. However, it is often visited by adventurous tourists and wildlife enthusiasts who are drawn to its untouched natural beauty. Due to its secluded location, the island offers a sense of tranquility and solitude.

Abe's Rock is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), as it supports a diverse range of plant and animal life. Rare species of lichens and mosses can be found clinging to its rocky surfaces, and the surrounding waters are home to a variety of marine flora and fauna.

While the island does not have any permanent human inhabitants, it holds a significant historical and cultural value for the local community. Abe's Rock serves as a reminder of the region's seafaring heritage and the resilience of its people.

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Abe's Rock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.807798/-4.5605935 or Grid Reference SS1904. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

On the beach at Widemouth Bay

David Martin

View over the beach at Widemouth Bay

The most distant headland in this view is Cambeak, just south of Crackington Haven.

David Martin

Beach House Hotel and Surf School

On the dunes north of Widemouth Bay,

David Martin

Seat on the coastal path near Salthouse

David Martin

Cliff at Lower Longbeak, with view to Widemouth Bay

David Martin

Cliffs and shore north of Lower Longbeak

David Martin

Coast at Salthouse, from the coastal path

The settlement in the distance is Widemouth Bay.

David Martin

Clifftop at Efford Beacon

The view from the trig point. The monument at Compass Point can be seen on the right.

David Martin

Trig point on Efford Beacon

The purpose of the second stone plinth is unclear - it may perhaps once have provided information about the view.

David Martin

Widemouth Bay : Sandy Bay & Car Park

A car park beside Widemouth Bay. This stretch of coast is steeped in the smuggling history of times before, and not far south of Widemouth Bay can be found many little inlets and coves.

Lewis Clarke

On Lower Longbeak, near Widemouth Bay, looking back up the coast northwards

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From Lower Longbeak, looking back up the coast to past Bude and the listening station beyond

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Lifeguard station at Widemouth Bay

On a blustery October day, the lifeguard station at Widemouth Bay was not open for business. The wind was howling in from the sea, a hardy bunch of visitors was however enjoying this wonderful Cornish beach.

Eric Foster

Rough sea at Widemouth Bay

Climbing to the viewpoint at Lower Longbeak, provided this view of the rocks looking towards Bude. The wind was running close to a gale, spray rising up and the waves too messy for surfing, or much else for that matter. Keeping the camera still proved difficult, keeping oneself still was hard enough. As someone pointed out, there is nothing to stop the wind between here and New York.

Eric Foster