The Devil's Cheesewring

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Devon North Devon

England

The Devil's Cheesewring

South West Coast Path The South West Coast Path National Trail - 630 miles of superb coastal walking. From Minehead on the edge of the Exmoor National Park to the shores of Poole Harbour in Dorset. It is the longest of all Britain&#039;s National Trails.
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The Devil's Cheesewring is a unique coastal feature located in Devon, England. It is situated on a headland, overlooking the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean. This prominent geological formation is known for its striking resemblance to a giant stack of cheese, hence the name.

The Devil's Cheesewring is comprised of a series of horizontally stacked, granite rocks that have been shaped by millions of years of erosion. The rocks are arranged in a peculiar manner, with each layer gradually decreasing in size as they ascend, creating a pyramid-like structure. The largest rock at the base measures around 9 meters in diameter.

Legend has it that the Devil himself created this formation during a fierce battle with a local saint. In a fit of rage, the Devil threw huge rocks towards the saint, who cleverly dodged them, causing the rocks to pile up in their current formation.

The Devil's Cheesewring is a popular attraction for both locals and tourists. Many visitors are intrigued by the unusual shape of the rocks and enjoy exploring the surrounding area. The headland offers breathtaking views of the rugged coastline, and on clear days, one can even spot dolphins and seals frolicking in the nearby waters.

Due to its significance as a geological and cultural landmark, The Devil's Cheesewring has been designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). This ensures its protection and preservation for future generations to enjoy and marvel at its natural beauty.

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The Devil's Cheesewring Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.230068/-3.8561712 or Grid Reference SS7049. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

South West Coast Path The South West Coast Path National Trail - 630 miles of superb coastal walking. From Minehead on the edge of the Exmoor National Park to the shores of Poole Harbour in Dorset. It is the longest of all Britain&#039;s National Trails.
Website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.southwestcoastpath.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.southwestcoastpath.com/">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>

South West Coast Path

The South West Coast Path National Trail - 630 miles of superb coastal walking. From Minehead on the edge of the Exmoor National Park to the shores of Poole Harbour in Dorset. It is the longest of all Britain's National Trails. Website: Link

Ruddy Ball Ruddy Ball is part of the cliff face in Lynton North Devon. The photograph was taken close to the foot of the cliff at low tide.

Ruddy Ball

Ruddy Ball is part of the cliff face in Lynton North Devon. The photograph was taken close to the foot of the cliff at low tide.

Cormorant at Lynmouth These rocks are just exposed at low tide at the very southern edge of the grid square.

Cormorant at Lynmouth

These rocks are just exposed at low tide at the very southern edge of the grid square.

Cliff path, above Ruddy Ball

Cliff path, above Ruddy Ball

View towards the Lyn Mouth

View towards the Lyn Mouth

Lyn Mouth and the Bristol Channel Looking north east from Lynton, near the upper cliff railway station.

Lyn Mouth and the Bristol Channel

Looking north east from Lynton, near the upper cliff railway station.

Breaking waves at the harbour entrance, Lynmouth

Breaking waves at the harbour entrance, Lynmouth

Water's edge, Lynmouth

Water's edge, Lynmouth

View west, from Ruddy Ball

View west, from Ruddy Ball

Rock slabs, Ruddy Ball

Rock slabs, Ruddy Ball

Rising tide, Ruddy Ball

Rising tide, Ruddy Ball

Lynmouth : Lyn Mouth At the mouth of the Lyn and you&#039;re pretty much in the sea.

Lynmouth : Lyn Mouth

At the mouth of the Lyn and you're pretty much in the sea.

Lynmouth : Western Beach Looking out across the pebble beach.

Lynmouth : Western Beach

Looking out across the pebble beach.

Lynmouth : Western Beach Looking back along the River Lyn and Lynmouth.

Lynmouth : Western Beach

Looking back along the River Lyn and Lynmouth.

Lynmouth : Marker A marker out in the sea.

Lynmouth : Marker

A marker out in the sea.

Lynmouth : Coastal Scenery Looking out to sea from Western Beach.

Lynmouth : Coastal Scenery

Looking out to sea from Western Beach.

Lynmouth : Coastal Scenery Looking out across the coastline from Western Beach.

Lynmouth : Coastal Scenery

Looking out across the coastline from Western Beach.

Lynmouth : Western Beach Looking across the Lynmouth coastline.

Lynmouth : Western Beach

Looking across the Lynmouth coastline.

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The Devil's Cheesewring is located at Grid Ref: SS7049 (Lat: 51.230068, Lng: -3.8561712)

Administrative County: Devon

District: North Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Barrier: cattle_grid

Bicycle: yes

Motorcycle: yes

Lat/Long: 51.2295901/-3.8606582

The Valley of Rocks

Place: locality

Lat/Long: 51.2317547/-3.8544801

Cafe

Mother Meldrun's

Outdoor Seating: yes

Lat/Long: 51.2327057/-3.8513484

Barrier: kissing_gate

Lat/Long: 51.2270896/-3.8611974

Castle Rock

Image: https://archive.org/details/lynmouth-2021-09-07/DSCN4539.JPG

Natural: rock

Lat/Long: 51.2320023/-3.8579499

Wringcliff Bay

Natural: bay

Wikidata: Q16897669

Wikipedia: en:Wringcliff Bay

Lat/Long: 51.2316264/-3.8607293

Barrier: kissing_gate

Lat/Long: 51.2303742/-3.8490925

Tourism: picnic_site

Lat/Long: 51.2323576/-3.8527124

Vending Machine

Image: https://archive.org/details/lynmouth-2021-09-07/DSCN4546.JPG

Operator: North Devon District Council

Vending: parking_tickets

Lat/Long: 51.2323796/-3.8514731

Binoculars

Image: https://archive.org/details/lynmouth-2021-09-07/DSCN4536.JPG

Note: Actually a coin operated telescope as viewed through one eye only, but serves same purpose

Lat/Long: 51.2327464/-3.855359

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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