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Seal Rock

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Cornwall

England

Seal Rock

The south end of Annet From St Agnes.
The south end of Annet Credit: Andrew Abbott

Seal Rock is a prominent coastal feature located in Cornwall, England. This headland juts out into the Atlantic Ocean, offering stunning views of the surrounding coastline. The rock gets its name from the seals that can often be seen basking on its shores or swimming in the waters nearby.

Seal Rock is a popular spot for tourists and locals alike, who come to admire the rugged beauty of the coastline and the diverse marine life that can be found in the area. The rock is also a favorite destination for birdwatchers, as it provides a vantage point from which to observe seabirds and other coastal species.

The headland is characterized by its sheer cliffs, which provide a dramatic backdrop to the crashing waves below. Visitors can explore the rock on foot, taking in the sights and sounds of the ocean as they walk along the rugged coastal path.

Overall, Seal Rock is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the natural beauty of Cornwall's coastline. Its stunning views, diverse wildlife, and rugged terrain make it a popular spot for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Seal Rock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 49.876285/-6.375003 or Grid Reference SV8506. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The south end of Annet From St Agnes.
The south end of Annet
From St Agnes.
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 - 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.
Islands south of Annet - Scilly Lots of sharp, low lying points of granite. One group is aptly called Hellweathers.
Islands south of Annet - Scilly
Lots of sharp, low lying points of granite. One group is aptly called Hellweathers.
Melledgan - Scilly A nature reserve for birds.
Melledgan - Scilly
A nature reserve for birds.
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.
The maze near Long Point, St. Agnes
The maze near Long Point, St. Agnes
Old Woman's House, Isles of Scilly Looking WSW across Smith Sound to Old Woman's House and Annet Neck (the gap between the rocks), Bishop Rock lighthouse is just visible behind the rocks to the left of the picture.
Old Woman's House, Isles of Scilly
Looking WSW across Smith Sound to Old Woman's House and Annet Neck (the gap between the rocks), Bishop Rock lighthouse is just visible behind the rocks to the left of the picture.
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.
Hellweathers
Hellweathers
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.
Grey Seal at the Western Rocks, Scilly The Grey Seals on Scilly must be the most laid-back seals in Britain. They will hold their position on a rock despite the tourists passing by and the tide rising. Many, like this one almost seem to be saying "Is this my best side?"
Grey Seal at the Western Rocks, Scilly
The Grey Seals on Scilly must be the most laid-back seals in Britain. They will hold their position on a rock despite the tourists passing by and the tide rising. Many, like this one almost seem to be saying "Is this my best side?"
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
Annet from St. Agnes
Annet from St. Agnes
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Seal Rock is located at Grid Ref: SV8506 (Lat: 49.876285, Lng: -6.375003)

Division: Isles of Scilly

Unitary Authority: Isles of Scilly

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

What 3 Words

///insulated.beards.puns. Near St Agnes, Isles of Scilly

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Menfleming Seal Rock Muncoy Muncoy Ledges

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