Viewpoints · South West England
Matei's Rocks
In or near Tamerton Foliot.
Matei's Rocks is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Best time of year
- Clear days year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Plymouth · 1.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Matei's Rocks is a named viewpoint in South-West England, marked on Ordnance Survey maps for its outlook. It sits within the Plymouth Sutton and Devonport parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Plymouth, about 1.6 km away. Postcode area PL1.
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Place summary
Matei's Rocks is a viewpoint located in South-West England, within the unparished area of Plymouth. It offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, making it a notable spot for observing the natural scenery of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 50.3635, -4.1397
- District
- Plymouth
- Parish
- Plymouth, unparished area
- Postcode
- PL1 2JU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Plymouth Sutton and Devonport
- Nearest railway station
- Plymouth — 1.6 km
Sources
- osm: n13128922913 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Matei's Rocks?
- Matei's Rocks is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode PL1 2JU), in the parish of Plymouth, unparished area.
- What is Matei's Rocks?
- Matei's Rocks is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Matei's Rocks?
- The nearest railway station is Plymouth, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode PL1 2JU.
- Is Matei's Rocks free to visit?
- Yes, Matei's Rocks is free to enter.
- How do I get to Matei's Rocks?
- The nearest railway station is Plymouth, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PL1 2JU.