Big Jolly Rock

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Cornwall

England

Big Jolly Rock

Church Point
Church Point Credit: David Lally

Big Jolly Rock is a prominent coastal feature located in Cornwall, England. Situated on the southwestern tip of the county, it is a well-known headland that juts out into the Atlantic Ocean. The rock formation is characterized by its imposing size, rugged appearance, and distinctive shape, resembling a large, jagged tooth rising from the sea.

Standing at an impressive height of 50 meters, Big Jolly Rock offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding coastline, making it a popular destination for tourists and nature enthusiasts. The headland provides an ideal vantage point to witness the powerful crashing waves and dramatic cliffs that characterize the Cornish coastline.

With its strategic location, Big Jolly Rock has served as a navigational landmark for centuries, guiding ships and sailors along the treacherous coast. Its presence has also earned it a place in local folklore and legends, adding to its mystique and allure.

The area surrounding Big Jolly Rock is home to a diverse range of marine wildlife, making it a haven for birdwatchers and nature photographers. Seals, seabirds, and even the occasional dolphin can be spotted in the waters surrounding the headland.

Access to Big Jolly Rock is relatively easy, with a well-maintained coastal path leading visitors to the site. However, caution is advised due to the steep and uneven terrain. The headland is also equipped with safety measures, including railings and warning signs, to ensure the well-being of visitors.

In summary, Big Jolly Rock is a captivating coastal feature in Cornwall, offering stunning views, rich biodiversity, and a touch of mythical charm to those fortunate enough to visit.

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Big Jolly Rock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 49.903629/-6.302345 or Grid Reference SV9109. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Church Point
Church Point
Pillbox entrance On Tolman Point.
Pillbox entrance
On Tolman Point.
Rock formations at Peninnis Head
Rock formations at Peninnis Head
Near Spanish Ledges - Scillies There's lots of yachts like this to be found in Scilly waters.
Near Spanish Ledges - Scillies
There's lots of yachts like this to be found in Scilly waters.
Morning Point, the Garrison Looking SE to the offshore rocks Wras and (behind and smaller) Biggal; Inner Head <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SV908093">SV908093</a> (part of Peninnis Head) is just visible to the far left, on the other side of Porth Cressa bay. Note the passing storm on the horizon...
Morning Point, the Garrison
Looking SE to the offshore rocks Wras and (behind and smaller) Biggal; Inner Head SV908093 (part of Peninnis Head) is just visible to the far left, on the other side of Porth Cressa bay. Note the passing storm on the horizon...
Peninnis Head Looking SSE to the lighthouse from approx. SV910097.
Peninnis Head
Looking SSE to the lighthouse from approx. SV910097.
Old Town Bay from Peninnis There is a former Battery on the island to the right of the pine tree.
Old Town Bay from Peninnis
There is a former Battery on the island to the right of the pine tree.
Tolman Point Viewed from the north on the very edge of the square; note the WW2 pillbox.
Tolman Point
Viewed from the north on the very edge of the square; note the WW2 pillbox.
Church Point The end of Church Point (just below the end of the main runway of St Mary's Airport) looking out to sea; this (and a rock off the end of Giant's Castle) is the only land in the square.
Church Point
The end of Church Point (just below the end of the main runway of St Mary's Airport) looking out to sea; this (and a rock off the end of Giant's Castle) is the only land in the square.
Lighthouse at Peninnis Head, St. Mary's The lighthouse guides shipping passing through St. Mary's Sound, between the islands of Agnes and St. Mary's.  The lattice-work construction reduces its wind resistance.
Lighthouse at Peninnis Head, St. Mary's
The lighthouse guides shipping passing through St. Mary's Sound, between the islands of Agnes and St. Mary's. The lattice-work construction reduces its wind resistance.
St. Mary’s: Peninnis Point Viewed from the ferry from Penzance shortly before arrival on the island.
St. Mary’s: Peninnis Point
Viewed from the ferry from Penzance shortly before arrival on the island.
St. Mary’s: plane over Church Point A plane approaches Scilly's airport, viewed from the ferry from Penzance.
St. Mary’s: plane over Church Point
A plane approaches Scilly's airport, viewed from the ferry from Penzance.
Photographing the Rock Labyrinth The area between the lighthouse and the Outer Head is appropriately known as the Rock Labyrinth. In younger (and slimmer) days we would explore this fantastic maze of huge granite rocks.
Photographing the Rock Labyrinth
The area between the lighthouse and the Outer Head is appropriately known as the Rock Labyrinth. In younger (and slimmer) days we would explore this fantastic maze of huge granite rocks.
Carn Leh, St. Mary's, Scilly Isles
Carn Leh, St. Mary's, Scilly Isles
Footpath on Peninnis Head, St. Mary's, Scilly Isles
Footpath on Peninnis Head, St. Mary's, Scilly Isles
Granite Stone Walls Granite is pretty much the only rock there is on the Scillies and there's plenty of it, so it makes sense to build your field walls out of it.
Granite Stone Walls
Granite is pretty much the only rock there is on the Scillies and there's plenty of it, so it makes sense to build your field walls out of it.
Fields on the eastern side of Peninnis The field at the bottom of the hill on the right is being used for bulb growing, the others look as though they have been left to grass.
Fields on the eastern side of Peninnis
The field at the bottom of the hill on the right is being used for bulb growing, the others look as though they have been left to grass.
Carn Leh Cove The headland of Carn Leh separates this small cove from the larger Old Town Bay.
Carn Leh Cove
The headland of Carn Leh separates this small cove from the larger Old Town Bay.
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Big Jolly Rock is located at Grid Ref: SV9109 (Lat: 49.903629, Lng: -6.302345)

Division: Isles of Scilly

Unitary Authority: Isles of Scilly

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 49.903629,-6.302345
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 49.9077202/-6.3026952
Pulpit Rock
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 49.9060217/-6.3007404
Peninnis Head
Place: locality
Wikidata: Q7162906
Wikipedia: en:Peninnis Head
Lat/Long: 49.9069564/-6.3039993
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