What is recorded here
Gurnard's Head is a prominent headland in Cornwall composed mainly of Devonian slate and volcanic rocks, approximately 380 to 410 million years old. The rugged coastline and resistant rock formations make it notable for its dramatic sea cliffs and geological diversity.
This does not grant access. Check current paths, opening conditions and ownership before entering.
Places near here
Coastline between Gurnard's Head and Boswednack CliffCliff or headland · 256 yd
Treen CoveBeach / strand · 544 yd
Lean PointHeadland · 621 yd
Porthglaze CoveBeach / strand · 1084 yd
Standing stone near Higher PorthmeorAncient stone or rock art · 1592 yd
Milestone near TreenMonument or public art · 1603 yd
Higher Porthmeor FarmhouseListed building · 1624 yd
Lower Porthmeor Farmhouse, Rear Courtyard Walls and Front Garden WallsListed building · 1675 yd
Zennor, from Zennor HillMountain or hill · 1.4 mi
Carn GalverMountain / peak · 1.5 mi
Porthmoina IslandIslet · 1.5 mi
Zennor hill above the Foage valleyMountain or hill · 2.0 miOther information
Photo: Tony Atkin · CC BY-SA 2.0