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is where mainland Britain runs out: a wild, wind-scoured headland of serpentine cliffs, hidden coves and a lonely lighthouse keeping watch over the Atlantic. From the jewel-like sands of Kynance Cove to the wildlife-rich Lizard Point itself, it's a landscape that feels gloriously like the edge of the world.
Beach and cove guide
A simple guide to the feel of the place, how to arrive, and what to keep in mind before you go.
The Lizard is the kind of place where the day is shaped by simple things: tide, weather, a picnic, and time to notice the coast properly.
Families, beach days, coast paths, rock pools and relaxed exploring.
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Plan the final walk from the car park and check whether the beach is easy with pushchairs, tired legs or beach bags.
A useful read before visiting with children, especially for tides, paths, facilities and simple beach expectations.
Look up tide times, swimming guidance and weather before you go, especially on wilder beaches.
Read straight through, or use the planning notes above to shape an easier coastal day.
The Lizard is the most southerly point of mainland England and is alleged to be the place where the first sighting of the Spanish Armada was made.
The RNLI has stationed a lifeboat at the Lizard since 1859 - originally at Polpeor and then from 1959 at nearby Kilcobben Cove. The original lifeboat house and slipway remains (see picture below) and is now a popular place for anglers.
There is a lighthouse situated on the cliff at the Lizard.
Kynance Cove
Kynance Cove is a stunning cove with dramatic rock formations, caves and cliffs. At low tide there is a lovely sandy beach and this coupled with its sheltered rocks makes it a great place for swimming.
There is a National Trust car park at the top of Kynance Cove on the cliffs and it is necessary to walk down to the beach. A walk that is well rewarded.
Sea Fishing around The Lizard
This is excellent bass ground. Also off the southerly point at the Lizard you should catch conger, pollack, mackerel and the usual flatfish.
The Lizard RNLI
The Lifeboat
Rose - Tamar Class Lifeboat
The Lifeboat Station
Set at the foot of a 45-metre cliff, The Lizard Lifeboat Station not only houses Rose, the station’s Tamar class all-weather lifeboat, but has a fantastic heritage display showcasing over 157 years of lifesaving at sea on The Lizard peninsula.
A lifeboat has been stationed at the Lizard since 1859 – originally at Polpeor and then from 1959 at nearby Kilcobben Cove.
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With thanks to the RNLI for allowing us to use their images and information
The Lizard RNLI
The Lifeboat
Rose - Tamar Class Lifeboat
The Lifeboat Station
Set at the foot of a 45-metre cliff, The Lizard Lifeboat Station not only houses Rose, the station’s Tamar class all-weather lifeboat, but has a fantastic heritage display showcasing over 157 years of lifesaving at sea on The Lizard peninsula.
A lifeboat has been stationed at the Lizard since 1859 – originally at Polpeor and then from 1959 at nearby Kilcobben Cove.
Support The Lizard Lifeboat...
With thanks to the RNLI for allowing us to use their images and information
