Ethel Point

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Hampshire

England

Ethel Point

Bembridge Lifeboat Launch Station
Bembridge Lifeboat Launch Station Credit: Glen Diamond

Ethel Point is a prominent coastal feature situated on the southern coast of Hampshire, England. It is classified as a headland and is often referred to as Ethel Head or simply The Point by locals. The point is located on the eastern edge of the picturesque village of Ethel, overlooking the English Channel.

Characterized by its steep cliffs and rugged terrains, Ethel Point offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding coastal landscape. Its sheer height and strategic location make it a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers. The cliffs, composed mainly of chalk and limestone, are dotted with vibrant green vegetation and colorful wildflowers during the summer months, adding to the area's natural charm.

Ethel Point is known for its rich biodiversity and is home to a variety of bird species, including gulls, cormorants, and fulmars. The nearby waters are also teeming with marine life, making it a haven for fishing and birdwatching activities. Visitors can often spot seals and dolphins frolicking in the waves, adding to the area's allure.

The rugged coastline surrounding Ethel Point is also a popular spot for adrenaline-seekers, who enjoy activities such as rock climbing and cliff diving. However, it is important to note that these activities should only be undertaken by experienced individuals due to the challenging nature of the terrain.

Overall, Ethel Point is a stunning coastal feature that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, biodiversity, and recreational opportunities. It is a must-visit destination for those seeking a true coastal experience in Hampshire.

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Ethel Point Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.689556/-1.0694888 or Grid Reference SZ6588. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bembridge Lifeboat Launch Station
Bembridge Lifeboat Launch Station
Foreland Beach The weed covered rock pools visible at low tide are in the subject square, the nearer ones marked on the map as Black Rock Ledge while the further line is Long Ledge. Beyond them, across Whitecliff Bay is Culver Down with its monument <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/13226">SZ6385 : Culver Down Monument</a>.
Foreland Beach
The weed covered rock pools visible at low tide are in the subject square, the nearer ones marked on the map as Black Rock Ledge while the further line is Long Ledge. Beyond them, across Whitecliff Bay is Culver Down with its monument SZ6385 : Culver Down Monument.
Beach Hut Garden Some of the beach huts between the coastal path and the foreshore have very elaborate gardens. Looking SE from the coastal path near the Crab & Lobster pub.
Beach Hut Garden
Some of the beach huts between the coastal path and the foreshore have very elaborate gardens. Looking SE from the coastal path near the Crab & Lobster pub.
Chicken Farm at Foreland Fields The Coastal Path heading SW for Sandown from Bembridge skirts a poultry farm at this point.
Chicken Farm at Foreland Fields
The Coastal Path heading SW for Sandown from Bembridge skirts a poultry farm at this point.
Forelands Field Road A couple of stray hens from the poultry farm <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/61589">SZ6587 : Chicken Farm at Foreland Fields</a> wander around on this unadopted road which runs down to the coastal path.
Forelands Field Road
A couple of stray hens from the poultry farm SZ6587 : Chicken Farm at Foreland Fields wander around on this unadopted road which runs down to the coastal path.
Another view of the Lifeboat station, Bembridge
Another view of the Lifeboat station, Bembridge
Breakwater at Bembridge Point The eastern side to the entrance to Bembridge Harbour which is on the left. Portsmouth on the horizon with the Spinnaker Tower visible between the last two posts.
Breakwater at Bembridge Point
The eastern side to the entrance to Bembridge Harbour which is on the left. Portsmouth on the horizon with the Spinnaker Tower visible between the last two posts.
St Helen's Fort The fort is accessible on foot by a causeway on only one or two extra low tides a year - an annual walk out and around the fort is arranged each summer. It was recently advertised for sale and a condition of occupation is that you do not call on the fire service or expect to have your rubbish collected!  More info here: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bembridge.com/article.asp?ID1=9&ID2=21&ID3=261" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bembridge.com/article.asp?ID1=9&ID2=21&ID3=261">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>
St Helen's Fort
The fort is accessible on foot by a causeway on only one or two extra low tides a year - an annual walk out and around the fort is arranged each summer. It was recently advertised for sale and a condition of occupation is that you do not call on the fire service or expect to have your rubbish collected! More info here: LinkExternal link
Coast near Ryde Foreland and Bembridge Lifeboat seen from the sea.  You can just make out a faint tower on the horizon, which marks the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/222931">SZ6299 : Spinnaker Tower</a> and the Portsmouth shoreline.
Coast near Ryde
Foreland and Bembridge Lifeboat seen from the sea. You can just make out a faint tower on the horizon, which marks the SZ6299 : Spinnaker Tower and the Portsmouth shoreline.
Bembridge Harbour The 1940s map lists this as Brading Harbour.
Bembridge Harbour
The 1940s map lists this as Brading Harbour.
Houseboats at Bembridge Harbour
Houseboats at Bembridge Harbour
Beach House On left of the shot one of many Beach Houses in this area.
Beach House
On left of the shot one of many Beach Houses in this area.
Steyne Cross This crossroads is now a mini roundabout although the difference is immaterial given the way the traffic behaves.  This is looking south west towards the wall and stable block of Steyne House (left).  This is effectively the western extremity of Bembridge.
Steyne Cross
This crossroads is now a mini roundabout although the difference is immaterial given the way the traffic behaves. This is looking south west towards the wall and stable block of Steyne House (left). This is effectively the western extremity of Bembridge.
Bembridge Ledge The extreme eastern end of the Isle Of Wight.  Although taken 10 minutes after low tide, the sand between the two final sections of rock was not uncovered and would have made for a risky paddle.  The last bit of land, Bembridge Ledge, extends from the left hand side to the centre horizon of the photo.  As you would expect, lots of rock pools and slippery seaweed.
Bembridge Ledge
The extreme eastern end of the Isle Of Wight. Although taken 10 minutes after low tide, the sand between the two final sections of rock was not uncovered and would have made for a risky paddle. The last bit of land, Bembridge Ledge, extends from the left hand side to the centre horizon of the photo. As you would expect, lots of rock pools and slippery seaweed.
Coastal path at Bembridge The warmer climate on this shaded side of the island has benefited many creative gardeners.  But here, little has changed in 18 months since the first geograph for this square.  Even the tide is still out!
Coastal path at Bembridge
The warmer climate on this shaded side of the island has benefited many creative gardeners. But here, little has changed in 18 months since the first geograph for this square. Even the tide is still out!
Bembridge lifeboat station Taken from Bembridge Ledge (the most easterly point on the Isle of Wight) about 15 minutes after low tide.  You can see why the lifeboat station has needed a long pier, so that the boat can be launched at any state of the tide.
Bembridge lifeboat station
Taken from Bembridge Ledge (the most easterly point on the Isle of Wight) about 15 minutes after low tide. You can see why the lifeboat station has needed a long pier, so that the boat can be launched at any state of the tide.
Bembridge Windmill From the footpath to the west near Mill Farm.  This path is part of the Bembridge and River Yar Trail.
Bembridge Windmill
From the footpath to the west near Mill Farm. This path is part of the Bembridge and River Yar Trail.
Entrance to Bembridge Windmill From the road junction, where there is parking, it is about 200 yard walk down this track to the windmill.  Although prices and opening times are displayed here the ticket office is nearer the windmill.
Entrance to Bembridge Windmill
From the road junction, where there is parking, it is about 200 yard walk down this track to the windmill. Although prices and opening times are displayed here the ticket office is nearer the windmill.
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Ethel Point is located at Grid Ref: SZ6588 (Lat: 50.689556, Lng: -1.0694888)

Unitary Authority: Isle of Wight

Police Authority: Hampshire

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