Staddon Point

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Devon South Hams

England

Staddon Point

Beacon near the South West Coast Path between Bovisand and Heybrook Bay The Plymouth Breakwater can just be made out in the background to the left. — Beacon near the South West Coast Path between Bovisand and Heybrook Bay Credit: Ruth Sharville

Staddon Point is a prominent coastal feature located in Devon, England. Situated near the city of Plymouth, it is a headland that extends into the English Channel, offering stunning views of the surrounding coastline.

Stretching approximately 2 kilometers in length, Staddon Point is characterized by rugged cliffs that rise up to 50 meters above sea level. These cliffs are composed of various rock types, including limestone and shale, which have been shaped by the relentless forces of erosion over millions of years. The constant battering of the waves against the cliffs has resulted in the formation of numerous caves, arches, and stacks along the shoreline.

The headland is also home to a diverse array of flora and fauna. The cliff faces provide a habitat for nesting seabirds such as fulmars, guillemots, and razorbills. During the summer months, the vegetation on the headland bursts into color, with wildflowers such as thrift and sea campion adding a vibrant touch to the landscape.

Visitors to Staddon Point can enjoy a variety of activities, including coastal walks, birdwatching, and photography. The headland is easily accessible, with a footpath leading from the nearby town of Plymstock. There are also several designated viewpoints that offer panoramic vistas of the coastline, providing an excellent opportunity to witness the power of the sea and appreciate the natural beauty of the area.

Overall, Staddon Point is a captivating coastal feature in Devon, offering a unique blend of geological wonders, wildlife, and scenic vistas that make it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers.

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Staddon Point Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.336789/-4.1288526 or Grid Reference SX4850. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Beacon near the South West Coast Path between Bovisand and Heybrook Bay

The Plymouth Breakwater can just be made out in the background to the left.

Ruth Sharville

Grassy area - and occasional car park - Bovisand Bay

You can just make out the yellow helicopter in the centre of the photo. It belongs to the Electricity board - see SX4950 : Zoom shot of Electricity Board helicopter over chalets at Bovisand.

Ruth Sharville

Crownhill Bay, Bovisand - south end, from the access steps

Ruth Sharville

Manor Bourne, Andurn Brake

Looking down on Manor Bourne and over Andurn Brake from the arable fields that descend from Down Thomas to the coast. This image showing a Royal Navy frigate shortly after its sailing out from Plymouth Sound.

Gwyn Jones

Renney Road looking towards Plymouth Breakwater

This is the site of Fort Renney which was a Gunnery Battery protecting Plymouth Sound.

Finlay Fraser

Old Fort Renney looking towards Cawsand

The building in the foreground is part of the old gunnery battery which overlooks Heybrook Bay.

Finlay Fraser

Andurn Point

At a fairly low tide the rocks stretch out like a fist into the approaches to Plymouth Sound. Rame Head is just visible in the west.

Jonathan Billinger

View south across Westlake Bay

Renney Rocks are sticking out beyond the point at the southern end of this small bay.

Jonathan Billinger

The Roscoff ferry passing Heybrook Bay

Seen from a point near ‘Queen Adelaide’s Chapel’, above Penlee Point. The MV Pont L’Abbé heading for Plymouth. The vessel, commissioned in 2006, carries 1120 passengers and 410 cars and has a crew of 120. Weighing 19, 321 tonnes, the ship has a cruising speed of 19.5 knots.

Martin Bodman

View North across Westlake Bay

The dark Devonian slates form the rocks around the shoreline and protect the overlying reddish glacial head deposits from rapidly being eroded by the sea.

Tony Atkin

The Southern End of Bovisand Holiday Park

Local visitors often come through the holiday park to this open space at the end of the road. It makes a good spot to watch the sea, take a stroll along the coast path or go down onto the shoreline rocks.

Tony Atkin

Whidbey beacon

This sector light marks part of the Eastern Channel around Plymouth Breakwater.

Ben Harris

Andurn Point

Darren Rosson

Westlake Bay

A similar view to SX4949 : View North across Westlake Bay. On the slopes across the rocky bay is SX4949 : Whidbey beacon, with Plymouth Sound to the left.

Derek Harper