Shark's Fin

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Cornwall

England

Shark's Fin

A stile to Browarth A tad more conventional than 15 years ago <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/827432">SV8708 : Crate Based Stile</a>.
A stile to Browarth Credit: David Lally

Shark's Fin is a prominent coastal feature located in Cornwall, England. It is a headland that juts out into the Atlantic Ocean, forming a distinctive point along the rugged coastline. The name "Shark's Fin" is derived from the shape of the rock formation, which resembles the dorsal fin of a shark.

Situated in the southwestern part of Cornwall, Shark's Fin offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The headland is characterized by steep cliffs that rise dramatically from the sea, creating a dramatic and imposing sight. These cliffs are made up of ancient sedimentary rocks, displaying layers of different colors and textures, which add to the overall beauty and uniqueness of the area.

Shark's Fin is renowned for its wild and untamed beauty, attracting nature enthusiasts and hikers from around the world. The headland is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with various seabirds nesting on the cliffs and seals often spotted in the surrounding waters. The area is also known for its vibrant marine life, with occasional sightings of dolphins and porpoises.

Access to Shark's Fin is relatively challenging, as it involves navigating steep and narrow pathways along the cliff edge. However, this only adds to the allure of the location, as it ensures a sense of seclusion and tranquility for those who venture there. It is advised to take caution when exploring the headland, as the cliffs can be unstable and slippery, especially during adverse weather conditions.

Overall, Shark's Fin is a captivating coastal feature in Cornwall, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the untamed beauty of nature while enjoying breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean.

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Shark's Fin Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 49.900115/-6.3756712 or Grid Reference SV8509. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A stile to Browarth A tad more conventional than 15 years ago <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/827432">SV8708 : Crate Based Stile</a>.
A stile to Browarth
A tad more conventional than 15 years ago SV8708 : Crate Based Stile.
Two post-medieval quays These quays are believed to have been built to land coal for the St Agnes lighthouse.

For more details see the details on their Historic England listing:
List Entry Number:1016512. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1016512?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1016512?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

The named quay “Uncle Tom’s Quay” is the more eroded of the two but can still be discerned to the right of the picture surmounted by a herring gull.
Two post-medieval quays
These quays are believed to have been built to land coal for the St Agnes lighthouse. For more details see the details on their Historic England listing: List Entry Number:1016512. LinkExternal link The named quay “Uncle Tom’s Quay” is the more eroded of the two but can still be discerned to the right of the picture surmounted by a herring gull.
Refloating Elvera This small launch is probably about 90 years old now.

It's spent the winter in a nearby field undergoing "months of work" according to its owner (on the right of the picture standing on the slipway.)

I expressed surprise that they had towed it down at such a low tide "You are going to let the tide float her?" "Yes, she's full of leaks".
Refloating Elvera
This small launch is probably about 90 years old now. It's spent the winter in a nearby field undergoing "months of work" according to its owner (on the right of the picture standing on the slipway.) I expressed surprise that they had towed it down at such a low tide "You are going to let the tide float her?" "Yes, she's full of leaks".
Refloating Elvera Taken a few minutes before <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7486422">SV8708 : Refloating Elvera</a>. This shows a family group bringing an heirloom back into use.

60 years ago this little launch would take my family (weather permitting) to Catholic Mass on St Mary's when holidaying on St Agnes . It would be sailed by the father of the man on driving the tractor and grandfather of the two men at the stern of the boat.
Refloating Elvera
Taken a few minutes before SV8708 : Refloating Elvera. This shows a family group bringing an heirloom back into use. 60 years ago this little launch would take my family (weather permitting) to Catholic Mass on St Mary's when holidaying on St Agnes . It would be sailed by the father of the man on driving the tractor and grandfather of the two men at the stern of the boat.
Refloating Elvera Taken a minute or two after <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7491445">SV8708 : Refloating Elvera</a>. See that for a bit of history.
Refloating Elvera
Taken a minute or two after SV8708 : Refloating Elvera. See that for a bit of history.
Old rails for the lifeboat trolley For the St Agnes Lifeboat
Old rails for the lifeboat trolley
For the St Agnes Lifeboat
Daymark on Burnt Island From St Agnes
Daymark on Burnt Island
From St Agnes
Troytown Farm campsite On St Agnes, Isles of Silly
Troytown Farm campsite
On St Agnes, Isles of Silly
Burnt Island From St Agnes Church.
Burnt Island
From St Agnes Church.
St Agnes Campsite At Troytown Farm.
St Agnes Campsite
At Troytown Farm.
Middle Penny and Inner Penny Ledge From Troytown Farm.
Middle Penny and Inner Penny Ledge
From Troytown Farm.
The south end of Annet From St Agnes.
The south end of Annet
From St Agnes.
Carnew Rock From Carnew Point.
Carnew Rock
From Carnew Point.
Flowers on Burnt Island The small area of Burnt Island that is above the tide line is covered in flowers. Sea thrift, I think.
From a print, date not exact.
Flowers on Burnt Island
The small area of Burnt Island that is above the tide line is covered in flowers. Sea thrift, I think. From a print, date not exact.
Periglis
Periglis
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.
North St Agnes - Scilly Seabirds on Little Smith in front of the daymark on Tinswalbert, with Burnt Island and St Agnes in the background.
North St Agnes - Scilly
Seabirds on Little Smith in front of the daymark on Tinswalbert, with Burnt Island and St Agnes in the background.
Looking towards Periglis from Troy Town Heaven on Earth.
Looking towards Periglis from Troy Town
Heaven on Earth.
Show me another place!

Shark's Fin is located at Grid Ref: SV8509 (Lat: 49.900115, Lng: -6.3756712)

Division: Isles of Scilly

Unitary Authority: Isles of Scilly

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

What 3 Words

///canny.piled.shredding. Near St Agnes, Isles of Scilly

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Located within 500m of 49.900115,-6.3756712
North West Porth
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 49.8972168/-6.3760181
Carn Irish
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 49.8961801/-6.3773055
North East Porth
Natural: bay
Source: OS Open Names
Lat/Long: 49.8991155/-6.3717877
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