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Frenchman's Rock

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Cornwall

England

Frenchman's Rock

Great Crebawethan Just a couple of rocks and a lighthouse between here and America, this is extreme Land's End. The Western Rocks are a string of jagged outcrops like this which have wrecked many ships. From a print, date not exact.
Great Crebawethan Credit: Des Blenkinsopp

Frenchman's Rock is a prominent coastal feature located in Cornwall, England. Situated between the picturesque towns of Newquay and Perranporth, this headland is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. The rock gets its name from a tragic event that occurred in the 18th century when a French ship was wrecked on its shores.

The headland offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, making it a favorite spot for nature enthusiasts and photographers. Nestled amidst rugged cliffs and rolling green hills, Frenchman's Rock stands as a dramatic landmark along the coastline. Its towering height and distinctive shape make it easily recognizable from miles away.

The area around Frenchman's Rock is rich in flora and fauna, with diverse species of seabirds, wildflowers, and marine life inhabiting the surrounding waters. The rock itself is composed of granite, adding to its rugged and weathered appearance. During low tide, visitors can explore the rock pools at the base of the headland, revealing a hidden world of marine organisms and fascinating geological formations.

Access to Frenchman's Rock is relatively easy, with a well-maintained footpath leading from nearby villages to the headland. There are also several viewpoints and benches along the way, allowing visitors to rest and soak in the breathtaking scenery.

Frenchman's Rock is not only a natural wonder but also a place of historical significance, serving as a memorial to the lives lost in the shipwreck. It stands as a testament to the power and beauty of the Cornish coastline, attracting visitors from far and wide to experience its unique charm.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 49.871215/-6.4012062 or Grid Reference SV8306. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Great Crebawethan Just a couple of rocks and a lighthouse between here and America, this is extreme Land's End. The Western Rocks are a string of jagged outcrops like this which have wrecked many ships. From a print, date not exact.
Great Crebawethan
Just a couple of rocks and a lighthouse between here and America, this is extreme Land's End. The Western Rocks are a string of jagged outcrops like this which have wrecked many ships. From a print, date not exact.
Trenemene - Scilly One of the granite rocks of the Western Rocks of Scilly.
Trenemene - Scilly
One of the granite rocks of the Western Rocks of Scilly.
Gorregan - Scilly Carn Ithen - the most eastern rock of Gorregan, Western Rocks.
Gorregan - Scilly
Carn Ithen - the most eastern rock of Gorregan, Western Rocks.
Western Rocks - Scillies Great Crebawethan - these islands are solely for seabirds and seals. One of the most isolated parts of the Scillies.
Western Rocks - Scillies
Great Crebawethan - these islands are solely for seabirds and seals. One of the most isolated parts of the Scillies.
Rosevear - Scillies The northern tip of this nature refuge for seals and seabirds.
Rosevear - Scillies
The northern tip of this nature refuge for seals and seabirds.
Western Rocks - Scilly The low lying Western Rocks viewed from Gorregan Neck. These sharp pieces of granite are perfect ship wreckers in a bad, misty sea.
Western Rocks - Scilly
The low lying Western Rocks viewed from Gorregan Neck. These sharp pieces of granite are perfect ship wreckers in a bad, misty sea.
Rags - Scilly One of the isolated granite crags of the Western Rocks. A favourite haunt of cormorants.
Rags - Scilly
One of the isolated granite crags of the Western Rocks. A favourite haunt of cormorants.
Trenemene from Gorregan These rocks are on the edge of Scilly. It is very popular with scuba divers.
Trenemene from Gorregan
These rocks are on the edge of Scilly. It is very popular with scuba divers.
Western Rocks - Scilly These rocks lie right out on the south western edge of Scilly. The rock in the distance is the infamous Gilstone which has been the cause of many shipwrecks - most notably the Association in the early 1700's.
Western Rocks - Scilly
These rocks lie right out on the south western edge of Scilly. The rock in the distance is the infamous Gilstone which has been the cause of many shipwrecks - most notably the Association in the early 1700's.
Scilly seals A group of basking seals seen near Great Crebawethan on a boat trip to Bishops Rock.
Scilly seals
A group of basking seals seen near Great Crebawethan on a boat trip to Bishops Rock.
Atlantic Grey Seal On Great Crebawethan
Atlantic Grey Seal
On Great Crebawethan
Muncoy, from the North West
Muncoy, from the North West
Muncoy, from the East With the South end of St Agnes just visible on the left horizon.
Muncoy, from the East
With the South end of St Agnes just visible on the left horizon.
Biggal of Gorregan From the East.
Biggal of Gorregan
From the East.
Biggal of Gorregan From the South.
Biggal of Gorregan
From the South.
Little Crebawethan On a choppy and rainy day.
Little Crebawethan
On a choppy and rainy day.
Western Rocks, Scilly, with the Bishop Rock Lighthouse The rocks in the foreground are probably Jacky's Rock, with Jolly Rock beyond. The Bishop Rock is approximately three kilometres beyond these.
Western Rocks, Scilly, with the Bishop Rock Lighthouse
The rocks in the foreground are probably Jacky's Rock, with Jolly Rock beyond. The Bishop Rock is approximately three kilometres beyond these.
Western Rocks, Isles of Scilly Western Rocks, Rosevean and Rosevear, Isles of Scilly
Western Rocks, Isles of Scilly
Western Rocks, Rosevean and Rosevear, Isles of Scilly
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Frenchman's Rock is located at Grid Ref: SV8306 (Lat: 49.871215, Lng: -6.4012062)

Division: Isles of Scilly

Unitary Authority: Isles of Scilly

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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///reference.estimates.towel. Near St Agnes, Isles of Scilly

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Cornish Ledge Ponds Brow Crebawethan Neck Western Rocks Jolly Rock Santaspery Neck

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