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Rudder Rock

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Somerset

England

Rudder Rock

Steep Holm Viewed from construction site at Swanbridge.
Steep Holm Credit: Alan Hughes

Rudder Rock is a prominent coastal feature located in Somerset, England. Situated along the coastline of the Bristol Channel, this headland juts out into the water, forming a distinct point that is easily recognizable.

The rock gets its name from its resemblance to a rudder, a device used to steer boats. It is composed of rugged cliffs and large boulders, creating a dramatic and picturesque landscape. The rock is formed primarily of sedimentary rock, with layers of sandstone and limestone visible in its composition.

Rudder Rock is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The headland offers breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline and the vast expanse of the Bristol Channel. It is particularly renowned for its stunning sunsets, which often attract photographers and tourists.

The area surrounding Rudder Rock is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The cliffs provide nesting sites for various seabirds, including gulls and cormorants. The rock pools at the base of the cliffs are teeming with marine life, making it a fascinating spot for rockpooling enthusiasts.

Access to Rudder Rock is relatively easy, with a well-maintained footpath leading to the headland from the nearby village. Visitors can enjoy leisurely walks along the coastline, exploring the rock pools, or simply taking in the natural beauty of the area.

Overall, Rudder Rock is a captivating coastal feature that offers stunning views, diverse wildlife, and a tranquil escape for those seeking to connect with nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.339367/-3.1146036 or Grid Reference ST2260. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Steep Holm Viewed from construction site at Swanbridge.
Steep Holm
Viewed from construction site at Swanbridge.
Ship passing Steep Holm
Ship passing Steep Holm
Steep Holm Viewed from an old observation post on Brean Down
Steep Holm
Viewed from an old observation post on Brean Down
Steep Holme From Weston Beach
Steep Holme
From Weston Beach
Rudder Rock, Steep Holm
Rudder Rock, Steep Holm
Steep Holm from Brean Down Two conspicuous islands, Steep Holm and Flat Holm, guard the entrance to the Bristol Channel. They are well seen from Brean Down, south of Weston-super-Mare: Steep Holm 79m is on the left and Flat Holm (with the lighthouse) 32m on the right. For some reason the borders of the City of Bristol extend to these two islands, although the islands themselves are in Somerset and Cardiff respectively. It looks rather odd on the Ordnance Survey maps!
Steep Holm from Brean Down
Two conspicuous islands, Steep Holm and Flat Holm, guard the entrance to the Bristol Channel. They are well seen from Brean Down, south of Weston-super-Mare: Steep Holm 79m is on the left and Flat Holm (with the lighthouse) 32m on the right. For some reason the borders of the City of Bristol extend to these two islands, although the islands themselves are in Somerset and Cardiff respectively. It looks rather odd on the Ordnance Survey maps!
Steep Holm from Brean beach Steep Holm from Brean Beach. Flat Holm can be seen on the right hand side of the picture with the coast of Wales on the horizon.
Steep Holm from Brean beach
Steep Holm from Brean Beach. Flat Holm can be seen on the right hand side of the picture with the coast of Wales on the horizon.
Steep Holm from the Beach Car Park at Weston super Mare The island of Steep Holm is to the west of Weston super Mare, viewed here with a long lens from the car park on the sands.
Steep Holm from the Beach Car Park at Weston super Mare
The island of Steep Holm is to the west of Weston super Mare, viewed here with a long lens from the car park on the sands.
Defending the Bristol Channel This is a WW2 searchlight post situated on Rudder Rock at the west end of steep Holm island.
Defending the Bristol Channel
This is a WW2 searchlight post situated on Rudder Rock at the west end of steep Holm island.
Silent Gun A WW2 Bofors anti-aircraft gun, situated on a concrete platform between two victorian gun emplacements, which make Split Rock Battery.
Silent Gun
A WW2 Bofors anti-aircraft gun, situated on a concrete platform between two victorian gun emplacements, which make Split Rock Battery.
Calf Rock Sedimentary limestone rock located near the South Landing on Steep Holm. In the distance to the far left of the picture is Brean Down jutting out into the Bristol Channel. At middle-right far distance is Brent Knoll.
Calf Rock
Sedimentary limestone rock located near the South Landing on Steep Holm. In the distance to the far left of the picture is Brean Down jutting out into the Bristol Channel. At middle-right far distance is Brent Knoll.
Natural Beach Art During low tide at Steep Holm this pebble beach is revealed on the east end of the island. The building to the right is a derelict inn. In the distance can be seen Weston Bay, sandwiched between Brean Down to the right of the picture and Worlebury Hill to the left.
Natural Beach Art
During low tide at Steep Holm this pebble beach is revealed on the east end of the island. The building to the right is a derelict inn. In the distance can be seen Weston Bay, sandwiched between Brean Down to the right of the picture and Worlebury Hill to the left.
Steep Holm South Emplacement A WW2 gun emplacement guarding the Bristol Channel. In the foreground is a Victorian cannon which was removed from its original position when Steep Holm South emplacement was built.
Steep Holm South Emplacement
A WW2 gun emplacement guarding the Bristol Channel. In the foreground is a Victorian cannon which was removed from its original position when Steep Holm South emplacement was built.
Farmhouse ruins Located on the eastern end of Steep Holm plateau.
Farmhouse ruins
Located on the eastern end of Steep Holm plateau.
Tombstone Battery A single Victorian gun battery, looking out northeast across the Bristol Channel.
Tombstone Battery
A single Victorian gun battery, looking out northeast across the Bristol Channel.
Bristol Channel View from Steep Holm island looking east across the Bristol Channel to the western end of Brean Down.
Bristol Channel
View from Steep Holm island looking east across the Bristol Channel to the western end of Brean Down.
Victorian Barracks Visitors centre on Steep Holm island, facing south across the Bristol channel.
Victorian Barracks
Visitors centre on Steep Holm island, facing south across the Bristol channel.
Cormorant Cliffs Derelict and dangerous steps leading down Cormorant Cliffs to WW2 searchlight post, on Steep Holm island.
Cormorant Cliffs
Derelict and dangerous steps leading down Cormorant Cliffs to WW2 searchlight post, on Steep Holm island.
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Rudder Rock is located at Grid Ref: ST2260 (Lat: 51.339367, Lng: -3.1146036)

Unitary Authority: North Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

What 3 Words

///reading.lordship.nightcap. Near Weston-super-Mare, Somerset

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