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Priest and Clerk

Island in Devon

England

Priest and Clerk

Ocean Reach Shown under construction at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5975951">SX6838 : Ocean Reach under construction</a> and now complete.
Ocean Reach Credit: Derek Harper

Priest and Clerk is a small island located off the coast of Devon, England. It is known for its distinct rock formation that resembles a priest standing next to a clerk, hence the name. The island is a popular destination for tourists and nature enthusiasts due to its unique geological features and stunning views of the surrounding coastline.

The island is accessible by boat or kayak, and visitors can explore the rugged terrain and admire the diverse wildlife that calls Priest and Clerk home. Birdwatchers often flock to the island to spot seabirds such as puffins, guillemots, and razorbills.

In addition to its natural beauty, Priest and Clerk also has a rich history dating back to prehistoric times. Archaeological evidence suggests that the island was once inhabited by early settlers, and there are remnants of ancient structures scattered throughout the landscape.

Overall, Priest and Clerk is a hidden gem in Devon that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you're looking to relax on a secluded beach or embark on a hiking adventure, this island has something for everyone to enjoy.

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Priest and Clerk Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.223182/-3.830038 or Grid Reference SX6937. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ocean Reach Shown under construction at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5975951">SX6838 : Ocean Reach under construction</a> and now complete.
Ocean Reach
Shown under construction at SX6838 : Ocean Reach under construction and now complete.
Overgrown Land Rover, Bolberry By a junction simply named "Bolberry" on the signpost. The sheds beside it are seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2270769">SX6939 : Barns in Bolberry</a>. I wonder if the blackberries will taste different?
Overgrown Land Rover, Bolberry
By a junction simply named "Bolberry" on the signpost. The sheds beside it are seen in SX6939 : Barns in Bolberry. I wonder if the blackberries will taste different?
Coastline at Bolberry Down From the coast path. The distant farm is West Soar. In the foreground is fire damage, which had affected a substantial stretch of the vegetation by the path west of here.
Coastline at Bolberry Down
From the coast path. The distant farm is West Soar. In the foreground is fire damage, which had affected a substantial stretch of the vegetation by the path west of here.
Public access route near Bolberry Signed as "unmetalled road" and leaving the no through road to Bolberry Down.
Public access route near Bolberry
Signed as "unmetalled road" and leaving the no through road to Bolberry Down.
Unmetalled road sign Looking left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7662061">SX6938 : Public access route near Bolberry</a>, with the no through road from Bolberry Down dropping to the village of Bolberry.
Unmetalled road sign
Looking left from SX6938 : Public access route near Bolberry, with the no through road from Bolberry Down dropping to the village of Bolberry.
Leslie's Wood Taken further down the lane shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7662136">SX6938 : Unmetalled road sign</a>.
Leslie's Wood
Taken further down the lane shown in SX6938 : Unmetalled road sign.
Leslie's Wood Entrance to the wood seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7662363">SX6938 : Leslie's Wood</a>, for those with permission. "Danger keep out" reads the notice.
Leslie's Wood
Entrance to the wood seen in SX6938 : Leslie's Wood, for those with permission. "Danger keep out" reads the notice.
Lane junction, Bolberry The right turn is a no through road to Bolberry Down. Straight on is a southern route to Malborough.
Lane junction, Bolberry
The right turn is a no through road to Bolberry Down. Straight on is a southern route to Malborough.
Crushing mill, Bolberry Alas, unlike the not dissimilar one shown at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6999019">ST2719 : Crushing mill, Slough Green</a>, any names and places have rusted away.
Crushing mill, Bolberry
Alas, unlike the not dissimilar one shown at ST2719 : Crushing mill, Slough Green, any names and places have rusted away.
Bolberry House Farm Outbuildings seen from the lane to North Bolberry.
Bolberry House Farm
Outbuildings seen from the lane to North Bolberry.
View over the Bolberry Stream valley From Malborough footpath 5, with a caravan site behind Bolberry House Farm towards the left.
View over the Bolberry Stream valley
From Malborough footpath 5, with a caravan site behind Bolberry House Farm towards the left.
Soar Mill Cove Low tide on Soar Mill Cove reveals a secluded sandy beach.
Soar Mill Cove
Low tide on Soar Mill Cove reveals a secluded sandy beach.
Sea caves at Soar Mill Cove Low tide at Soar Mill Cove reveals these sea caves at the back of the beach.
Sea caves at Soar Mill Cove
Low tide at Soar Mill Cove reveals these sea caves at the back of the beach.
Cattle above Soar Mill Cove Cattle graze on the raised beach behind the cove, to the consternation of some visiting children. "How do I get past them?", one small boy asked me. Considering he'd just walked from Bolberry Down, they seemed a very minor impediment.
Cattle above Soar Mill Cove
Cattle graze on the raised beach behind the cove, to the consternation of some visiting children. "How do I get past them?", one small boy asked me. Considering he'd just walked from Bolberry Down, they seemed a very minor impediment.
Ham Stone From a narrow piece of clifftop grassland that juts into the square.
Ham Stone
From a narrow piece of clifftop grassland that juts into the square.
South Devon coast The South Devon Coast viewed from Bolberry Down.
South Devon coast
The South Devon Coast viewed from Bolberry Down.
Coast at Saltern Pike Coast at Saltern Point viewed from Bolberry Downs.
Coast at Saltern Pike
Coast at Saltern Point viewed from Bolberry Downs.
Coast path at West Cliff The South West Coast Path at West Cliff to the south of Bolberry.
Coast path at West Cliff
The South West Coast Path at West Cliff to the south of Bolberry.
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Priest and Clerk is located at Grid Ref: SX6937 (Lat: 50.223182, Lng: -3.830038)

Administrative County: Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

What 3 Words

///situated.marker.dividers. Near Salcombe, Devon

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