Bab's Carn

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Cornwall

England

Bab's Carn

Lower Town Quay The smaller of the two quays on St Martin’s. The larger quay at Higher Town is the one used for freight deliveries, but is inaccessible at a low tide.

The island behind is the uninhabited Tean (pronounced tea-an).
Lower Town Quay Credit: David Lally

Bab's Carn is a prominent coastal feature located in Cornwall, England. Situated on the southern coast of the county, it is characterized as a headland or point that juts out into the Atlantic Ocean. The headland is part of the larger Lizard Peninsula, known for its rugged cliffs and stunning coastal scenery.

Bab's Carn is known for its dramatic and picturesque landscape. It is composed of towering cliffs that rise steeply from the sea, reaching heights of around 80 meters (260 feet). The cliffs are formed from a combination of sedimentary rocks, including sandstone and shale, which have been shaped over millions of years by the relentless pounding of the waves. The result is a breathtaking cliff face that provides a stunning backdrop to the surrounding area.

The coastline around Bab's Carn is renowned for its natural beauty and abundance of wildlife. The area is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including various species of seabirds, seals, and even dolphins. Visitors to Bab's Carn can often witness these creatures in their natural habitat, making it a popular spot for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers.

In addition to its natural beauty, Bab's Carn also holds historical significance. The headland is home to an ancient hillfort, thought to date back to the Iron Age. The hillfort is a testament to the area's rich history and provides a glimpse into the lives of its early inhabitants.

Overall, Bab's Carn is a captivating coastal feature that offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance. Its towering cliffs, diverse wildlife, and ancient hillfort make it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring Cornwall's stunning coastline.

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Bab's Carn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 49.965461/-6.3041398 or Grid Reference SV9116. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lower Town Quay The smaller of the two quays on St Martin’s. The larger quay at Higher Town is the one used for freight deliveries, but is inaccessible at a low tide.

The island behind is the uninhabited Tean (pronounced tea-an).
Lower Town Quay
The smaller of the two quays on St Martin’s. The larger quay at Higher Town is the one used for freight deliveries, but is inaccessible at a low tide. The island behind is the uninhabited Tean (pronounced tea-an).
Great Bay panorama On of the most beautiful spots on the islands.
Great Bay panorama
On of the most beautiful spots on the islands.
Higher Town Quay, St Martin's, Scilly Also known as New Quay - but it's new only in a relative sense! Out to sea is the unmistakable conical shape of Hanjague, one of the Eastern Isles.
Higher Town Quay, St Martin's, Scilly
Also known as New Quay - but it's new only in a relative sense! Out to sea is the unmistakable conical shape of Hanjague, one of the Eastern Isles.
The road to Higher Town, St Martin's, Scilly Day trippers are faced with a bit of a climb up from the Quay but the view will be worth it. Across Higher Town Bay are the Eastern Isles of Nornour & Great Ganilly.
The road to Higher Town, St Martin's, Scilly
Day trippers are faced with a bit of a climb up from the Quay but the view will be worth it. Across Higher Town Bay are the Eastern Isles of Nornour & Great Ganilly.
The north end of St Helen's From a boat trip around the north of the Isles of Scilly
The north end of St Helen's
From a boat trip around the north of the Isles of Scilly
Sunrise on Tresco A super sunrise from our hotel bedroom at the Island Hotel.
Sunrise on Tresco
A super sunrise from our hotel bedroom at the Island Hotel.
The south end of Northwethel From a boat between Tresco and Northwethel
The south end of Northwethel
From a boat between Tresco and Northwethel
Middle Ledge Just off Old Grimsby Harbour
Middle Ledge
Just off Old Grimsby Harbour
Tide Rock on Long Ledge Just off Old Grimsby Harbour
Tide Rock on Long Ledge
Just off Old Grimsby Harbour
Blockhouse, Tresco Grade II listed. Listing number 1219196. Fortification probably dating from 1548-52.
Blockhouse, Tresco
Grade II listed. Listing number 1219196. Fortification probably dating from 1548-52.
Borough Farm Outbuildings Grade II listed. Listing number 1376771. House and outbuilding, now outbuilding. C18 with extension between 1880 and 1906.
Borough Farm Outbuildings
Grade II listed. Listing number 1376771. House and outbuilding, now outbuilding. C18 with extension between 1880 and 1906.
Island Sea Safaris At Long Point Quay, Old Grimsby Harbour, Tresco.
Island Sea Safaris
At Long Point Quay, Old Grimsby Harbour, Tresco.
Towards Foreman's Island and Long Ledge From behind the Sea Garden Cottages, Old Grimsby.
Towards Foreman's Island and Long Ledge
From behind the Sea Garden Cottages, Old Grimsby.
Northwethel Island Between Tresco and St Martin's, Isles of Scilly.
Northwethel Island
Between Tresco and St Martin's, Isles of Scilly.
The Pest House, St Helen's An 18th century quarantine station for plague victims from passing ships who were isolated on this small island to await their fate. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St_Helen%27s,_Isles_of_Scilly" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St_Helen%27s,_Isles_of_Scilly">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 Pest House, St Helen's
An 18th century quarantine station for plague victims from passing ships who were isolated on this small island to await their fate. LinkExternal link
St Helen's Pest House The small quarantine shelter where sailors infected with the plague were marooned. A small graveyard is nearby which kind of tells its own story.
St Helen's Pest House
The small quarantine shelter where sailors infected with the plague were marooned. A small graveyard is nearby which kind of tells its own story.
Old Grimsby Harbour and the Blockhouse In the distance can be seen St Martin's (to the left) and Nornour <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SV9414">SV9414</a>.
Old Grimsby Harbour and the Blockhouse
In the distance can be seen St Martin's (to the left) and Nornour SV9414.
The Old Blockhouse, Tresco Built to defend Old Grimsby Harbour.
The Old Blockhouse, Tresco
Built to defend Old Grimsby Harbour.
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Bab's Carn is located at Grid Ref: SV9116 (Lat: 49.965461, Lng: -6.3041398)

Division: Isles of Scilly

Unitary Authority: Isles of Scilly

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Tinkler's Hill
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Lower Town
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Seven Stones
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Addr Postcode: TR25 0QW
Addr State: Isles Of Scilly
Addr Suburb: Lower Town
Email: sevenstonesinn@gmail.com
Fhrs Id: 780844
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Ferry Terminal
Leisure: slipway
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Teän Sound
Natural: bay
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Natural: peak
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Bar
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Vending Machine
Karma St Martin's
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Addr Hamlet: St Mary's
Addr Housename: Seven Stones Inn
Addr Postcode: TR25 0QW
Addr State: Isles Of Scilly
Addr Suburb: Lower Town
Fhrs Id: 776323
Vending: electronics
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Seamark Beacon Special Purpose Colour: yellow
Seamark Beacon Special Purpose Shape: pile
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