Natural landmarks · South West England
Penzance Bay
In or near Chyandour.
Penzance Bay — a natural feature in england south west.
Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit, Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center — Public domain via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Penzance · 3.4 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Penzance Bay is a named natural feature in england south west, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Aire Point to Carrick Du SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: West Penwith Moors and Downs SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cornwall
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Penzance Bay is a natural landmark located in South-West England. This coastal bay features a sweeping shoreline and offers views of the surrounding landscape. The area is known for its natural beauty and is a point of interest for those exploring the region's coastline. Visitors can expect a tranquil environment, ideal for coastal walks and enjoying the sea air.
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- Coordinates
- 50.1000, -5.5000
- Nearest railway station
- Penzance — 3.4 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-3210567 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Penzance Bay?
- Penzance Bay is in South-West England, United Kingdom.
- What is Penzance Bay?
- Penzance Bay — a natural feature in england south west.
- How do I get to Penzance Bay?
- The nearest railway station is Penzance, about 3.4 km away. Its coordinates are 50.1000°, -5.5000°.
- Is Penzance Bay a protected site?
- Yes — Penzance Bay is part of the Aire Point to Carrick Du SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the West Penwith Moors and Downs SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Penzance Bay?
- The nearest railway station is Penzance, about 3.4 km away.