Caves · South West England
Seal hole
In or near Boscastle.
Seal hole — cave in england south west.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
About
Seal hole is a cave located in england south west. A British cave recorded in OpenStreetMap. Most are in carboniferous limestone country.
Photo gallery
360° viewimagery from 2021
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Boscastle to Widemouth SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cornwall
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Seal Hole is a cave located in South-West England. It is known for its unique geological formations and coastal scenery. Visitors can explore the cave's interior, which is shaped by natural erosion and offers a glimpse into the region's geological history. The surrounding area provides opportunities for coastal walks and wildlife observation.
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- Coordinates
- 50.7020, -4.6821
- District
- Cornwall
- Parish
- St. Juliot
- Postcode
- PL35 0HL
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Cornwall
Sources
- osm: n6638508319 (ODbL)
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📷 5📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Seal hole?
- Seal hole is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode PL35 0HL), in the parish of St. Juliot.
- What is Seal hole?
- Seal hole — cave in england south west.
- How do I get to Seal hole?
- The nearest town is Boscastle. Drivers can use postcode PL35 0HL.
- Is Seal hole a protected site?
- Yes — Seal hole is part of the Boscastle to Widemouth SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Cornwall National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Seal hole?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode PL35 0HL. It sits within the North Cornwall parliamentary constituency.