Maen Derrens
Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Cornwall
England
Maen Derrens
Maen Derrens is a prominent headland located on the northern coast of Cornwall, England. Situated near the village of St Agnes, this coastal feature offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and is renowned for its rugged beauty. Standing tall at an elevation of approximately 100 meters, it serves as a natural boundary between the vast expanse of the sea and the surrounding land.
The headland is characterized by sheer cliffs, formed by millions of years of erosion caused by the relentless crashing waves. These cliffs provide nesting grounds for various seabird species, including gulls and fulmars, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers. The diverse flora and fauna found in the area further enhance its appeal, with colorful wildflowers and grasses peppering the landscape.
Maen Derrens is also known for its geological significance. It is composed of a variety of rocks, including slate, granite, and sandstone, which have been shaped and contorted by tectonic forces over millions of years. This has created fascinating rock formations and caves that attract geologists and explorers alike.
Access to Maen Derrens is relatively easy, with a well-maintained footpath leading to the headland. Visitors can enjoy leisurely walks along the cliff tops, taking in the stunning vistas and breathing in the fresh sea air. It is worth noting, however, that caution is advised near the cliff edges due to their steep drops and unstable surfaces.
Overall, Maen Derrens is a captivating coastal feature that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, geological marvels, and abundant wildlife. Whether one is a nature enthusiast, a keen photographer, or simply seeking solace in the raw power of the ocean, this headland is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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Maen Derrens Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 50.218971/-5.4792519 or Grid Reference SW5141. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
Outcrop on Hellesveor Cliff
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St Ives beach at low tide
Many small boats stranded by the receding tide in St Ives Harbour.
Smeatons Pier
Smeatons Pier in St. Ives, photographed from beside the Harbour Master's Office.
Slipway by RNLI Station in St. Ives
The slipway by the lifeboat station in St. Ives, looking over the harbour to Smeatons Pier.
View from Smeatons Pier, St. Ives
A view out to sea from Smeatons Pier in St. Ives. Godrevy Island is visible in the far distance.
Maen Derrens is located at Grid Ref: SW5141 (Lat: 50.218971, Lng: -5.4792519)
Unitary Authority: Cornwall
Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall
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Nearby Amenities
Located within 500m of 50.218971,-5.4792519St Ives
Is In: Cornwall, England, UK
Name Br: Porth Ia
Name Cy: Porth Ia
Name En: St. Ives
Name Kw: Porthia
Name Ru: Сент-Айвс
Place: town
Postal Code: TR26
Source Name Br: proper translation
Wikidata: Q724182
Wikipedia: en:St Ives, Cornwall
Lat/Long: 50.2149064/-5.4795083
Restaurant
Silco Bar & Restaurant
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Housename: Sea Gull House
Addr Postcode: TR26 1PU
Addr Street: The Wharf
Website: https://www.stivesliquor.co/silco
Lat/Long: 50.2154003/-5.4776447
Restaurant
Caffe Pasta and Pizzeria
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Housenumber: 18
Addr Postcode: TR26 1PU
Addr Street: The Wharf
Check Date: 2023-04-13
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caffepastast.ives
Contact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caffepastastives/
Cuisine: italian;pizza;pasta
Fhrs Id: 439107
Opening Hours: Tu-Su 10:00-dusk
Phone: +44 1736 798899
Website: https://www.caffepasta.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 50.2152368/-5.478392
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Brand Wikipedia: en:Royal Mail
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00; Su off
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Design: type_b
Post Box Mounting: stone_wall
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: TR26 202D
Royal Cypher: GR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102273
Source: survey;aerial imagery;streetlevel imagery
Lat/Long: 50.2158067/-5.4781574
Barrier: swing_gate
Foot: yes
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 50.2165737/-5.4789023
St Ives Soapbox
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: TR26 1LG
Addr Street: Wharf Road
Shop: candles
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 50.2145851/-5.4799075
Cornwall Soap Box
Check Date: 2023-04-14
Contact Website: http://www.cornwallsoapbox.co.uk/
Shop: chemist
Lat/Long: 50.2145537/-5.479925
Toilets
Porthmeor Beach Toilets
Fee: no
Wheelchair: no
Lat/Long: 50.2153192/-5.4820047
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Brand Wikipedia: en:Royal Mail
Check Date: 2021-08-10
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:30, Sa 11:30; Su off
Drive Through: no
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Design: type_b
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: TR26 120
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey;aerial imagery;streetlevel imagery
Lat/Long: 50.2149838/-5.4797061
JOHNS Wines and Spirits
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Housenumber: 75
Addr Postcode: TR26 1HW
Addr Street: Fore Street
Contact Facebook: johnswines
Contact Instagram: johnswinesandspirits
Email: johnswines@hotmail.com
Phone: +44 1736 795797
Shop: alcohol
Website: https://www.johnswines.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 50.2146673/-5.4800519
St. Ives Bakery
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Housenumber: 52
Addr Postcode: TR26 1HE
Addr Street: Fore Street
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/St-Ives-Bakery/
Contact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stivesbakery1/
Email: post@stivesbakery.co.uk
Fhrs Id: 573979
Opening Hours: Mo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa-Su 10:00-16:00
Operator: St Ives Bakery Ltd
Phone: +44 1736 798888
Shop: bakery
Website: https://www.stivesbakery.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 50.2145583/-5.4803795
Saltrock
Branch: St Ives
Brand: Saltrock
Brand Wikidata: Q7406195
Brand Wikipedia: en:Saltrock
Shop: clothes
Lat/Long: 50.2145648/-5.4801753
Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Listed Status: Grade II
Wikidata: Q26430319
Lat/Long: 50.2151058/-5.4791928
Art Space Gallery
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Street: The Wharf
Check Date Opening Hours: 2024-04-25
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artspacegallerystives/
Fee: no
Opening Hours: PH,Mo-Su 10:00-16:30
Tourism: gallery
Website: https://artspace-cornwall.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 50.2153592/-5.4777676
St Ives Ceramics
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Housenumber: 1
Addr Postcode: TR26 1LT
Addr Street: Fish Street
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stivesceramics
Contact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stivesceramics
Email: sales@st-ives-ceramics.co.uk
Opening Hours: Mo-Su 10:00-17:00
Phone: +44 1736 794930
Shop: pottery
Website: https://www.st-ives-ceramics.co.uk
Lat/Long: 50.2154152/-5.4788435
Earthworks
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Postcode: TR26 2RF
Addr Street: Fish Street
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/earthworksstives/
Contact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earthworksstives/
Contact Twitter: https://twitter.com/earthworkstives
Email: info@earthworks.co.uk
Phone: 447767835835
Shop: interior_decoration
Website: https://www.earthworks.uk/
Lat/Long: 50.2153946/-5.4788627
Restaurant
The Kitchen Table
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housename: Mojito's - Bar And Grill
Addr Postcode: TR26 1LT
Addr Street: Fish Street
Fhrs Id: 971872
Lat/Long: 50.2153725/-5.4788868
Norway Stores
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Housenumber: 32
Addr Postcode: TR26 1NE
Addr Street: Back Road West
Check Date: 2023-04-12
Fhrs Id: 573948
Shop: grocery
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Wikidata: Q26599058
Lat/Long: 50.2156762/-5.4796847
The Crypt Gallery
Check Date: 2023-04-10
Tourism: gallery
Lat/Long: 50.2152438/-5.4799803
Flapjackery
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Housenumber: 64
Addr Postcode: TR26 1HW
Addr Street: Fore Street
Shop: flapjack
Lat/Long: 50.2148314/-5.4800116
The Raw Chocolate Pie Company
Shop: confectionery
Lat/Long: 50.2147695/-5.4800844
The Whistlefish Gallery
Fee: no
Tourism: gallery
Lat/Long: 50.2146741/-5.4801915
Brocante
Check Date: 2023-04-10
Shop: gift
Lat/Long: 50.2146168/-5.4802655
Restaurant
Source Kitchen
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Housenumber: 4
Addr Postcode: TR26 1HR
Addr Street: The Digey
Check Date: 2023-04-12
Contact Facebook: sourcekitchenstives
Contact Instagram: sourcekitchenstives
Phone: +44 1736 799487
Website: https://www.sourcekitchen.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 50.2147489/-5.4804315
Rose Lane
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Housenumber: 12
Addr Postcode: TR26 1HR
Addr Street: The Digey
Contact Instagram: roselanestives
Email: contact@roselanestives.com
Opening Hours: Tu 12:00-16:00; We-Su 11:00-17:00
Phone: +44 77 6478 2250
Shop: antiques
Website: https://www.roselanestives.com/
Lat/Long: 50.2148842/-5.4805633
Beachside Guest House
Tourism: guest_house
Lat/Long: 50.2152854/-5.4808361
Cafe
Café at Tate St Ives
Fee: no
Level: 4
Opening Hours: Mo-Su 10:00-16:50
Outdoor Seating: yes
Survey Date: 2021-10-25
Lat/Long: 50.2149076/-5.4822398
Defibrillator
Defibrillator Location: On outside wall of Harbour Office on Smeaton's Pier, facing the sea, opposite public toilets
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Mapillary: 2046669185504791
Ref GB The Circuit: EA6951B7-AB2F-4CF0-AC1E-AF3A00EE5F11
Survey Date: 2022-04-21
Lat/Long: 50.215205/-5.4765053
Defibrillator
Defibrillator Mounting: wall
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 50.2147329/-5.4795448
Cafe
St Eia
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Postcode: TR26 1HR
Addr Street: The Digey
Check Date: 2023-04-12
Contact Instagram: st_eia
Email: contact@steia.co.uk
Opening Hours: Mo off; Tu-Th 09:00-17:00; Fr-Sa 09:00-20:00; Su 09:00-16:00
Shop: wine
Website: https://steiawines.com/
Lat/Long: 50.2152235/-5.4811838
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 8
Covered: no
Lat/Long: 50.2149552/-5.4796831
Restaurant
The Mermaid Sea Food Restaurant
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Housenumber: 21
Addr Postcode: TR26 1LT
Addr Street: Fish Street
Check Date: 2023-04-12
Contact Facebook: mermaidseafoodrestaurantstives
Contact Instagram: mermaidstives
Cuisine: seafood
Email: info@mermaidstives.co.uk
Fhrs Id: 402621
Phone: +44 1736 796816
Website: https://mermaidstives.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 50.2158575/-5.4784145
The Blue Bramble Gallery
Fee: no
Tourism: gallery
Lat/Long: 50.2158599/-5.4782258
Cafe
Olives
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: TR26 1NX
Addr Street: Island Square
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/olivescafestives
Contact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrianolives/
Contact Twitter: https://twitter.com/adrianolives
Email: hello@olivescafe.co.uk
Fhrs Id: 775987
Phone: +44 7875 585759
Website: https://www.olivescafe.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 50.2157956/-5.478272
Art House Gallery
Fee: no
Tourism: gallery
Wheelchair: no
Lat/Long: 50.2159692/-5.4781338
Alexandra Dickens Gallery
Tourism: gallery
Lat/Long: 50.2157891/-5.4791088
Cornish Bakehouse
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housename: Whitehart Building
Addr Postcode: TR26 1LP
Addr Street: The Wharf
Fhrs Id: 528417
Operator: Cornish Bakehouse Ltd
Phone: +44 1736 794223
Shop: bakery
Lat/Long: 50.2152038/-5.4787728
Aspects Holidays
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Postcode: TR26 1PU
Addr Street: The Wharf
Check Date: 2023-04-13
Contact Facebook: aspectsholidays
Contact Instagram: aspects_holidays
Contact Twitter: AspectsHolidays
Office: yes
Opening Hours: Mo-Sa 09:00-17:00
Phone: +44 1736 794737
Website: https://www.aspects-holidays.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 50.2152068/-5.4786853
Ice Cream
Willy Wallers Cornish Dairy Ice Cream
Opening Hours: Mo-Su 11:00-17:30
Payment Cash: no
Lat/Long: 50.2151985/-5.4788983
Restaurant
The Searoom Bar & Restaurant
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Housename: Wharf House
Addr Housenumber: 1
Addr Postcode: TR26 1PG
Addr Street: The Wharf
Contact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silco_stives/
Diet Vegetarian: yes
Email: searoom@stivesliquor.co
Opening Hours: Mo-Su 12:00-23:00
Operator: St Ives Liquor Co.
Outdoor Seating: yes
Phone: +44 075 6165 1501
Reservation: recommended
Survey Date: 2021-10-26
Website: https://www.stivesliquor.co/searoom
Lat/Long: 50.2154779/-5.4774189
Gallery 38
Check Date: 2023-04-13
Contact Instagram: https://instagram.com/gallery38stives
Contact Twitter: https://twitter.com/@38Ives
Email: gallery38stives@gmail.com
Fee: no
Opening Hours: Tu-Sa 10:00-15:30
Tourism: gallery
Website: http://gallery38.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 50.2155152/-5.477318
The Old Quaymarket
Check Date: 2023-04-12
Opening Hours: Mo-Su 10:00-16:00
Shop: variety_store
Lat/Long: 50.2155248/-5.4768556
Cafe
Porthgwidden Beach Cafe
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Postcode: TR26 1PL
Fhrs Id: 439104
Opening Hours: Tu-Sa 12:00-15:00,17:30-20:30; Su 12:00-15:00
Outdoor Seating: yes
Phone: +49 1736 796791
Lat/Long: 50.2169916/-5.4768568
Post Office
The Wharf Post Office
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Housenumber: 4
Addr Postcode: TR26 1LH
Addr Street: Chy An Chy
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:15; Sa 11:30
Opening Hours: Mo-Fr 09:00-17:30; Sa 09:00-12:30
Ref Pol Id: 14218
Source: survey;pol_branch_list_2022‑05‑27
Lat/Long: 50.2149885/-5.4798047
Cafe
Porthmeor Beach Cafe
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: TR26 1JZ
Fhrs Id: 673129
Lat/Long: 50.2152307/-5.4822816
Restaurant
The Beach Restaurant
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housename: Beach Restaurant
Addr Postcode: TR26 1LG
Addr Street: Wharf Road
Contact Phone: +44 1736 798798
Cuisine: seafood
Fhrs Id: 402577
Opening Hours: Mo-Su 11:30-21:30
Wheelchair: no
Lat/Long: 50.2148421/-5.4797698
The Whistlefish Gallery
Fee: no
Opening Hours: Mo-Sa 09:00-20:30; Su 09:00-19:00
Shop: art
Tourism: gallery
Lat/Long: 50.214879/-5.479661
Cafe
Mount Zion Coffee
Addr City: St. Ives
Addr Housename: Fauna Studio
Addr Postcode: TR26 1PZ
Addr Street: Mount Zion
Phone: +44 1736888419
Website: https://www.mountzioncoffee.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 50.2153103/-5.4785171
John's Cornish Produce
Contact Instagram: johns_cornish_produce
Opening Hours: Tu-Sa 10:00-17:00; Mo,Su off
Shop: deli
Survey Date: 2021-10-25
Lat/Long: 50.2146257/-5.479859
Bar
Seven
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Postcode: TR26 1LP
Addr Street: The Wharf
Check Date: 2023-04-13
Opening Hours: Mo-Su 17:00-24:00
Website: https://sevenbarstives.com/
Lat/Long: 50.2149971/-5.4795219
Fishermen's Co-op
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Postcode: TR26 1PU
Addr Street: The Wharf
Check Date: 2023-04-13
Phone: +44 1736 796276
Shop: outdoor
Lat/Long: 50.2152637/-5.4778819
St Ives Pasty Bakery
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Housenumber: 52
Addr Postcode: TR26 1HE
Addr Street: Fore Street
Cuisine: pasty
Fhrs Id: 459871
Shop: bakery
Lat/Long: 50.21504/-5.4794413
Ice Cream
Kelly's
Check Date Opening Hours: 2024-03-12
Opening Hours Signed: no
Lat/Long: 50.2150483/-5.4793719
Cafe
MOR Beach Cafe
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housename: Harts Building
Addr Place: The Wharf
Addr Postcode: TR26 1LP
Addr Street: Back Lane
Check Date: 2023-04-10
Contact Facebook: morbeachcafe
Contact Instagram: morbeachcafe
Email: eat@morbeachcafe.com
Opening Hours: Mo-Fr 08:30-22:00
Phone: +44 1736 795006
Website: https://www.morbeachcafe.com/
Lat/Long: 50.2150615/-5.4792838
Fast Food
Balancing Eel
Addr City: St Ives
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housename: The Balancing Eel
Addr Housenumber: 10
Addr Postcode: TR26 1LR
Addr Street: Back Lane
Check Date: 2023-04-13
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BalancingEel/
Cuisine: fish_and_chips
Email: stiveschippy@gmail.com
Fhrs Id: 402641
Opening Hours: Mo-Su 12:00-14:00, 17:00-19:30
Phone: +44 1736 796792
Wheelchair: no
Lat/Long: 50.2151293/-5.4796052
Fast Food
Beach
Cuisine: fish_and_chips
Drive Through: no
Opening Hours: PH,Mo-Su 11:30-21:30
Lat/Long: 50.2148065/-5.4796817
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 50.214953/-5.4796386
Fishermans Lodge
Power: substation
Voltage: 11000
Lat/Long: 50.2146739/-5.4796068
St Peters Street
Power: substation
Voltage: 11000
Lat/Long: 50.2155016/-5.4793406
Porthgwidden Sewage
Power: substation
Voltage: 11000
Lat/Long: 50.2164383/-5.4764284
Sale Loft Studios
Landuse: residential
Residential: apartments
Lat/Long: 50.2164812/-5.478652
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