Fern Cavern

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Cornwall

England

Fern Cavern

Rocks at Trevelgue Head View north from the footbridge joining the promontory to the mainland.
Rocks at Trevelgue Head Credit: David Weston

Fern Cavern is a prominent coastal feature located in Cornwall, England. This captivating headland, also known as Fern Point, juts out into the Atlantic Ocean, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding coastline. Situated approximately 10 miles southwest of Penzance, it is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

The name "Fern Cavern" is derived from the lush vegetation that adorns the cliffs and crevices of the headland. It is home to a diverse range of fern species, which thrive in the mild and humid climate of Cornwall. This abundance of flora adds to the area's natural beauty, providing a verdant backdrop for visitors to enjoy.

As visitors venture along the rugged coastal path towards Fern Cavern, they are greeted with breathtaking vistas of the sparkling turquoise sea. The headland itself boasts dramatic cliffs, which have been shaped by centuries of relentless waves crashing against the shore. These towering cliffs provide a habitat for a variety of seabirds, including gulls and cormorants, which can be observed nesting and fishing in the surrounding waters.

Fern Cavern is also renowned for its impressive sea caves, which have been carved out by the relentless force of the ocean. These caves serve as a refuge for seals and other marine life, making it a popular spot for wildlife enthusiasts. Exploring these caves is an exhilarating experience, but caution is advised due to the unpredictable nature of the tides and waves.

Overall, Fern Cavern is a captivating coastal feature that offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the Cornwall coastline. Whether it's the stunning views, the abundant ferns, or the intriguing sea caves, this headland is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

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Fern Cavern Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.430254/-5.0537103 or Grid Reference SW8363. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rocks at Trevelgue Head View north from the footbridge joining the promontory to the mainland.
Rocks at Trevelgue Head
View north from the footbridge joining the promontory to the mainland.
View east from Trevelgue Head Seen from Trevelgue Head, the coastline to the north-east.
View east from Trevelgue Head
Seen from Trevelgue Head, the coastline to the north-east.
Northward at Watergate Bay, 1995 Northward on the B3276 road to Stem Point and Griffins Point, past the celebrated Watergate Bay Hotel. {Cf. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/523402">SW8464 : Watergate Bay Hotel</a>}.
Northward at Watergate Bay, 1995
Northward on the B3276 road to Stem Point and Griffins Point, past the celebrated Watergate Bay Hotel. {Cf. SW8464 : Watergate Bay Hotel}.
Block of flats overlooking Barrowfields One of many such modern blocks which have been built in the town in recent years.
Block of flats overlooking Barrowfields
One of many such modern blocks which have been built in the town in recent years.
Looking down onto Tolcarne Beach
Looking down onto Tolcarne Beach
Tumulus on the Barrowfields One of several tumuli which give rise to the name of this open space.
Tumulus on the Barrowfields
One of several tumuli which give rise to the name of this open space.
Modern flats seen from the Barrowfields Another view of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5192575">SW8262 : Block of flats overlooking Barrowfields</a>.
Modern flats seen from the Barrowfields
Evening light at Tolcarne Looking along the cliffs towards the town.
Evening light at Tolcarne
Looking along the cliffs towards the town.
Beach at Porth
Beach at Porth
Old Milestone by the A392, Quintrell Road, Newquay Carved stone post by the A392, in parish of NEWQUAY (RESTORMEL District), Gusti Veor, opposite St Columb Minor old school, near Newquay town sign, on South side of road. Erected by the Local Highways Board in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
NEWQUAY
2 
Carved benchmark and rivet on top.

Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1144137
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Milestone Society National ID: CW_NQIQ02.
Old Milestone by the A392, Quintrell Road, Newquay
Carved stone post by the A392, in parish of NEWQUAY (RESTORMEL District), Gusti Veor, opposite St Columb Minor old school, near Newquay town sign, on South side of road. Erected by the Local Highways Board in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- NEWQUAY 2 Carved benchmark and rivet on top. Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1144137 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: CW_NQIQ02.
Old Milestone by the A3059, Church Street, St Columb Minor Carved stone post by the A3059, in parish of NEWQUAY (RESTORMEL District), Church Street, St Columb Minor; by bungalow, by the road, on North side of road.   Erected by the Local Highways Board in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
: St COLUMB / 5¼ MILES : : NEWQUAY / 2 MILES : 
Carved benchmark and rivet on top.

Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1312187
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Milestone Society National ID: CW_NQSC02.
Old Milestone by the A3059, Church Street, St Columb Minor
Carved stone post by the A3059, in parish of NEWQUAY (RESTORMEL District), Church Street, St Columb Minor; by bungalow, by the road, on North side of road. Erected by the Local Highways Board in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : St COLUMB / 5¼ MILES : : NEWQUAY / 2 MILES : Carved benchmark and rivet on top. Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1312187 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: CW_NQSC02.
Old Milestone by the A3058 in Henver Road, Newquay Carved stone post by the A3058, in parish of NEWQUAY (RESTORMEL District), Henver Road, by No.34, half buried in pavement, on South side of road. Erected by the Local Highways Board in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
NEWQUAY
1 
Carved benchmark on top of front face.

Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1395368
<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1395368" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1395368">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>

Milestone Society National ID: CW_NQSE01.
Old Milestone by the A3058 in Henver Road, Newquay
Carved stone post by the A3058, in parish of NEWQUAY (RESTORMEL District), Henver Road, by No.34, half buried in pavement, on South side of road. Erected by the Local Highways Board in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- NEWQUAY 1 Carved benchmark on top of front face. Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1395368 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: CW_NQSE01.
Old Milestone by the B3276, Watergate Road Carved stone post by the B3276, in parish of NEWQUAY (RESTORMEL District), in lay-by, to left of footpath sign, on North side of road, remains of white paint (2001). Gravestone, erected by the parish in the 19th century. 

Inscription invisible.

Milestone Society National ID: CW_PSNQ.
Old Milestone by the B3276, Watergate Road
Carved stone post by the B3276, in parish of NEWQUAY (RESTORMEL District), in lay-by, to left of footpath sign, on North side of road, remains of white paint (2001). Gravestone, erected by the parish in the 19th century. Inscription invisible. Milestone Society National ID: CW_PSNQ.
Hotel Bristol, Newquay
Hotel Bristol, Newquay
Cliff stabilization work above Tolcarne Beach
Cliff stabilization work above Tolcarne Beach
Hotel refurbishment on Narrowcliff
Hotel refurbishment on Narrowcliff
New development of retirement apartments on Narrowcliff
New development of retirement apartments on Narrowcliff
Telephone exchange, Hilgrove Road
Telephone exchange, Hilgrove Road
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Fern Cavern is located at Grid Ref: SW8363 (Lat: 50.430254, Lng: -5.0537103)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Burial mound tumuli
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Burial mound tumuli
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