Renny

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Cornwall

England

Renny

St Mary's Harbour Pilot Boat in Crow Sound — St Mary's Harbour Pilot Boat in Crow Sound Credit: David Dixon

Renny is a small coastal feature located in Cornwall, England. Situated on the south-western coast of the country, it is known for its stunning headland and picturesque views of the Atlantic Ocean. The area is characterized by rugged cliffs, rocky outcrops, and a prominent point that extends into the sea.

The headland at Renny is popular among locals and tourists alike for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities. It offers breathtaking panoramic vistas of the surrounding coastline and is a prime spot for birdwatching, as several species of seabirds can be spotted nesting on the cliffs.

The point at Renny is a prominent geographical feature, jutting out into the ocean and providing a vantage point for visitors to enjoy the crashing waves and dramatic coastal landscape. It is a favorite spot for photographers and nature enthusiasts, who can capture stunning images of the sea and the rugged cliffs.

In addition to its natural beauty, Renny is also known for its rich history. The area has archaeological significance, with evidence of human settlement dating back thousands of years. It is believed that Renny was once a strategic location for ancient communities, providing access to both land and sea resources.

Overall, Renny in Cornwall is a captivating coastal feature, boasting a majestic headland and a striking point that offers breathtaking views of the ocean. Its natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for those exploring the stunning coastline of Cornwall.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 49.944599/-6.2501834 or Grid Reference SV9513. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Mary's Harbour Pilot Boat in Crow Sound

St Mary's Harbour Pilot Boat in Crow Sound

Isles of Scilly, Eastern Isles from Crow Sound The large island in the background is St Martin&#039;s.

Isles of Scilly, Eastern Isles from Crow Sound

The large island in the background is St Martin's.

Isles of Scilly. Little Ganinick One of the Eastern Isles, a group of twelve small uninhabited islands within the Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Part of the larger island of Great Ganinick (with more vegetation) can be seen behind (and slightly to the right of) Little Ganinick.

Isles of Scilly. Little Ganinick

One of the Eastern Isles, a group of twelve small uninhabited islands within the Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Part of the larger island of Great Ganinick (with more vegetation) can be seen behind (and slightly to the right of) Little Ganinick.

Isles of Scilly, Great Arthur Great, Middle and Little Arthur are three of the Eastern Isles, a group of twelve small uninhabited islands within the Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Great Arthur, as its name suggests, is the largest of the three.

Isles of Scilly, Great Arthur

Great, Middle and Little Arthur are three of the Eastern Isles, a group of twelve small uninhabited islands within the Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Great Arthur, as its name suggests, is the largest of the three.

Isles of Scilly, Rocky Ledge between Middle and Great Arthur Great, Middle and Little Arthur are three of the Eastern Isles, a group of twelve small uninhabited islands within the Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Great Arthur, as its name suggests, is the largest of the three.

Isles of Scilly, Rocky Ledge between Middle and Great Arthur

Great, Middle and Little Arthur are three of the Eastern Isles, a group of twelve small uninhabited islands within the Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Great Arthur, as its name suggests, is the largest of the three.

Isles of Scilly, Middle Arthur Great, Middle and Little Arthur are three of the Eastern Isles, a group of twelve small uninhabited islands within the Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Great Arthur, as its name suggests, is the largest of the three.

Isles of Scilly, Middle Arthur

Great, Middle and Little Arthur are three of the Eastern Isles, a group of twelve small uninhabited islands within the Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Great Arthur, as its name suggests, is the largest of the three.

Middle Arthur, Arthur Quay Great, Middle and Little Arthur are three of the Eastern Isles, a group of twelve small uninhabited islands within the Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Great Arthur, as its name suggests, is the largest of the three.

The three rocky islands are joined by two beaches forming a crescent around Arthur Porth.

Middle Arthur, Arthur Quay

Great, Middle and Little Arthur are three of the Eastern Isles, a group of twelve small uninhabited islands within the Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Great Arthur, as its name suggests, is the largest of the three. The three rocky islands are joined by two beaches forming a crescent around Arthur Porth.

Rocky Shore, Little Ganilly Little Ganilly (Cornish: Goonhyli Bian, little salt water down) lies just to the north of Little Arthur.

Rocky Shore, Little Ganilly

Little Ganilly (Cornish: Goonhyli Bian, little salt water down) lies just to the north of Little Arthur.

Great Ganilly, West Porth Great Ganilly (Cornish: Goonhyli Meur) is the largest of the Eastern Isles and consists of two hills joined together by a low sandy neck.

Great Ganilly, West Porth

Great Ganilly (Cornish: Goonhyli Meur) is the largest of the Eastern Isles and consists of two hills joined together by a low sandy neck.

Isles of Scilly, Nornour Nornour (Cornish: Ar No) consists of one hill covered in bracken. It lies to the north of Great Ganilly to which it is joined by a boulder causeway at low tide. There is a small area of heath on the hill with heather and bell heather.

Isles of Scilly, Nornour

Nornour (Cornish: Ar No) consists of one hill covered in bracken. It lies to the north of Great Ganilly to which it is joined by a boulder causeway at low tide. There is a small area of heath on the hill with heather and bell heather.

Rocky Ledge between Nornour and Great Ganilly Nornour (Cornish: Ar No) consists of one hill covered in bracken. It is connected to Great Ganilly by a boulder causeway during low tide. The pyramidal island in the background is Hanjague, which is approximately 1 kilometre away.

Rocky Ledge between Nornour and Great Ganilly

Nornour (Cornish: Ar No) consists of one hill covered in bracken. It is connected to Great Ganilly by a boulder causeway during low tide. The pyramidal island in the background is Hanjague, which is approximately 1 kilometre away.

The Eastern Isles, Nornour Nornour (Cornish: Ar No) consists of one hill covered in bracken. It lies to the north of Great Ganilly and is connected to it by a boulder causeway that is visible only during low tide. There is a small area of heath on the hill with heather and bell heather.

The Eastern Isles, Nornour

Nornour (Cornish: Ar No) consists of one hill covered in bracken. It lies to the north of Great Ganilly and is connected to it by a boulder causeway that is visible only during low tide. There is a small area of heath on the hill with heather and bell heather.

Isles of Scilly, Nornour Nornour (Cornish: Ar No) consists of one hill covered in bracken. It lies to the north of Great Ganilly to which it is joined by a boulder causeway at low tide.

Isles of Scilly, Nornour

Nornour (Cornish: Ar No) consists of one hill covered in bracken. It lies to the north of Great Ganilly to which it is joined by a boulder causeway at low tide.

Rocks on the North Coast of Nornour The Eastern Isles (Cornish: Enesow Goonhyli) are a group of twelve small uninhabited islands located to the south–east of St Martin&#039;s. The islands lie within the Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, part of the Scilly Heritage Coast and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) first designated in 1971 for its flora and fauna (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eastern_Isles" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eastern_Isles">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> Wikipedia).

Rocks on the North Coast of Nornour

The Eastern Isles (Cornish: Enesow Goonhyli) are a group of twelve small uninhabited islands located to the south–east of St Martin's. The islands lie within the Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, part of the Scilly Heritage Coast and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) first designated in 1971 for its flora and fauna (Link

Wikipedia).

Isles of Scilly, Nornour The Eastern Isles (Cornish: Enesow Goonhyli) are a group of twelve small uninhabited islands located to the south–east of St Martin&#039;s. The islands lie within the Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, part of the Scilly Heritage Coast and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) first designated in 1971 for its flora and fauna (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eastern_Isles" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eastern_Isles">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> Wikipedia).

Isles of Scilly, Nornour

The Eastern Isles (Cornish: Enesow Goonhyli) are a group of twelve small uninhabited islands located to the south–east of St Martin's. The islands lie within the Isles of Scilly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, part of the Scilly Heritage Coast and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) first designated in 1971 for its flora and fauna (Link

Wikipedia).

Isles of Scilly Eastern Isles Looking through the gap between Nornour (on the right) and Great Ganilly.

Isles of Scilly Eastern Isles

Looking through the gap between Nornour (on the right) and Great Ganilly.

Seal Swimming in the Sea off Great Ganilly The Eastern Scilly Isles are one of three main grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) pupping areas.

Seal Swimming in the Sea off Great Ganilly

The Eastern Scilly Isles are one of three main grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) pupping areas.

Great Ganilly, Eastern Scilly Isles Great Ganilly (Cornish: Goonhyli Meur) is the largest of the Eastern Isles and consists of two hills joined together by a low sandy neck.

Great Ganilly, Eastern Scilly Isles

Great Ganilly (Cornish: Goonhyli Meur) is the largest of the Eastern Isles and consists of two hills joined together by a low sandy neck.

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Renny is located at Grid Ref: SV9513 (Lat: 49.944599, Lng: -6.2501834)

Division: Isles of Scilly

Unitary Authority: Isles of Scilly

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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///stow.hiked.owns. Near St Martin's, Isles of Scilly

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