What is recorded here
Flake Ledge is a sea cliff composed primarily of Jurassic limestone, formed around 150 million years ago through the accumulation of marine sediments. It is notable for its exposure of fossil-rich rock layers that provide insights into the region's ancient marine environment.
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Places near here
Nautical Milepost IndicatorsMonument or public art · 392 yd
Fisherman's LedgeCliff · 412 yd
Conner CoveCliff · 552 yd
Anvil Point Lighthouse, Swanage, DorsetHeritage place · 1421 yd
Anvil Point LighthouseLighthouse · 1454 yd
Durlston National Nature ReserveNature reserve · 1473 yd
Tilly Whim CavesCave · 1696 yd
Coast path and inscribed stone, Durlston Country ParkAncient stone or rock art · 1756 yd
Townsend ReserveNature reserve · 1.0 mi
Dancing LedgeHeritage attraction · 1.1 mi
Durlston CastleMuseum · 1.2 mi
Sea cave at Dancing LedgeCave or cavern · 1.5 miOther information
Photo: Jim Champion · CC BY-SA 2.0