Yorke Rock

Island in Glamorgan

Wales

Yorke Rock

Promenade Colonnade above Whitmore Bay — Promenade Colonnade above Whitmore Bay Credit: Alan Hughes

Yorke Rock is a small island located off the coast of Glamorgan, Wales. Situated in the Bristol Channel, it is approximately 1.5 miles east of the town of Porthcawl. The island is known for its stunning natural beauty and rich wildlife habitat.

Yorke Rock is a rocky outcrop, rising about 20 meters above sea level. It has a rugged and jagged coastline, with cliffs and crevices providing nesting sites for various seabirds, including razorbills and guillemots. The island is also home to a colony of grey seals, which can often be seen basking on the rocks during low tide.

The island can only be accessed by boat, and caution is advised due to strong tidal currents in the area. It is a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts, who visit to observe the diverse range of avian species and enjoy the peacefulness of the island.

Yorke Rock is also of historical significance, with evidence of prehistoric human activity on the island. Archaeological discoveries suggest that it was inhabited during the Neolithic period, and remnants of ancient structures have been found. The island has been designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument, ensuring its protection and preservation.

Overall, Yorke Rock offers a unique and picturesque experience for visitors, combining natural beauty, wildlife, and traces of human history. It is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility amidst the rugged coastal landscape of Glamorgan.

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Yorke Rock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.389646/-3.2853593 or Grid Reference ST1066. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Promenade Colonnade above Whitmore Bay

Promenade Colonnade above Whitmore Bay

Whitmore Bay, Barry Island

Whitmore Bay, Barry Island

Fetch! Owner and dog alongside the old harbour wall.

Fetch!

Owner and dog alongside the old harbour wall.

Pigeons ready for the race … or just having a natter?

Pigeons ready for the race

… or just having a natter?

Fallen rocks Unstable cliff face at Barry Island.

Fallen rocks

Unstable cliff face at Barry Island.

Remains of Roman building, The Knapp Bases of the limestone walls of a late Roman building around a central courtyard; of uncertain function. Situated next to the Wales Coast Path amongst modern dwellings. For a better view of the far end of the site - <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/272229">ST0966 : Roman Villa</a>.

Remains of Roman building, The Knapp

Bases of the limestone walls of a late Roman building around a central courtyard; of uncertain function. Situated next to the Wales Coast Path amongst modern dwellings. For a better view of the far end of the site - ST0966 : Roman Villa.

Roman remains, the Knap On the bank near the Knap car park are the remains of a large Roman building, believed to have been constructed c 290 A.D. Limestone and brick was taken from the site in the Middle Ages and used to build Barry Castle.

Roman remains, the Knap

On the bank near the Knap car park are the remains of a large Roman building, believed to have been constructed c 290 A.D. Limestone and brick was taken from the site in the Middle Ages and used to build Barry Castle.

Wales Coast Path near the Knap, Barry A steep hill to the top of Bull Cliff

Wales Coast Path near the Knap, Barry

A steep hill to the top of Bull Cliff

Houses on Marine Drive Above Bull Cliff

Houses on Marine Drive

Above Bull Cliff

Wales Coast Path in Cliff Wood On the way to Porothkerry

Wales Coast Path in Cliff Wood

On the way to Porothkerry

Porthkerry Beach and Bull Cliff Porthkerry beach and Bull Cliff looking north east towards Cold Knapp.

Porthkerry Beach and Bull Cliff

Porthkerry beach and Bull Cliff looking north east towards Cold Knapp.

Walking with two poles The bridge is still in use, carrying the Vale of Glamorgan line from Barry to Bridgend.

Walking with two poles

The bridge is still in use, carrying the Vale of Glamorgan line from Barry to Bridgend.

Public footpath Path through Porthkerry Park.

Public footpath

Path through Porthkerry Park.

Horse chestnut blossom

Horse chestnut blossom

Woodland steps Steps down into Cwm Barri and Porthkerry Park.

Woodland steps

Steps down into Cwm Barri and Porthkerry Park.

Railway bridge, Porthkerry Country Park Near the entrance to the park.
On the Vale of Glamorgan railway line.

Railway bridge, Porthkerry Country Park

Near the entrance to the park. On the Vale of Glamorgan railway line.

Porthkerry Country Park Looking towards the Bristol Channel with the Somerset coastline on the horizon.

Porthkerry Country Park

Looking towards the Bristol Channel with the Somerset coastline on the horizon.

On the shore of the Bristol Channel A pebbly beach which is accessible from Porthkerry Country Park. With fragile Bull Cliff behind.

On the shore of the Bristol Channel

A pebbly beach which is accessible from Porthkerry Country Park. With fragile Bull Cliff behind.

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Yorke Rock is located at Grid Ref: ST1066 (Lat: 51.389646, Lng: -3.2853593)

Unitary Authority: The Vale of Glamorgan

Police Authority: South Wales

What 3 Words

///silver.loyal.leave. Near Barry, Vale of Glamorgan

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Located within 500m of 51.389646,-3.2853593

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Lat/Long: 51.3897389/-3.2855456

Barrier: bollard

Lat/Long: 51.3895413/-3.2907034

The Knap

Place: suburb

Wikidata: Q5142291

Lat/Long: 51.3905035/-3.2915015

Watch House Bay

Name Cy: Bae'r Tŵr Gwylio

Natural: bay

Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView

Lat/Long: 51.3882163/-3.2891681

Bench

Backrest: yes

Source: survey

Lat/Long: 51.3885867/-3.2798648

Bus Stop

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 5720AWA11831

Naptan NaptanCode: vglgdtj

Public Transport: platform

Route Ref: 95;96;100;B3;X5;X45

Shelter: yes

Source: survey

Lat/Long: 51.3938467/-3.2865945

Post Box

Mapillary: 1980730818775433

Post Box Type: pillar

Ref: CF62 11

Source: survey

Survey Date: 2021-06-27

Lat/Long: 51.3937622/-3.2862286

Seamark Light Category: vertical

Seamark Light Character: F

Seamark Light Colour: green

Seamark Light Height: 5

Seamark Light Multiple: 2

Seamark Light Range: 5

Seamark Light Reference: A 5411

Seamark Type: light_minor

Source: US NGA Pub. 114. 2011-05-26.

Lat/Long: 51.3896621/-3.2858024

Man Made: flagpole

Lat/Long: 51.3889461/-3.2810776

Lifeguard

Description: Lifeguard Station

Emergency: lifeguard

Opening Hours: Varied

Lat/Long: 51.3874377/-3.2904382

Traffic Signals

Lat/Long: 51.3938187/-3.2856942

Traffic Signals

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Friar's Point

Name Cy: Pentir y Brodyr

Natural: cape

Lat/Long: 51.3874368/-3.280222

Cold Knap Point

Natural: cape

Lat/Long: 51.3868811/-3.2901967

Little Island Bay

Natural: bay

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Old Harbour

Natural: bay

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Direction: 215

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Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 16

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Location: roof

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Location: roof

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Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

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Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 11

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Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 51.3910557/-3.2918875

Drinking Water

Access: yes

Bottle: yes

Covered: no

Fee: no

Note: rough location

Operator: Vale of Glamorgan County Borough Council

Wheelchair: yes

Lat/Long: 51.3877286/-3.2906342

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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