Why this matters
Big Point is a headland composed primarily of Carboniferous limestone, formed around 340 to 320 million years ago through the accumulation of marine sediments. It is notable for its resistant rock formations that have withstood coastal erosion, contributing to the distinctive landscape of the Cork coastline.
What is recorded here
Big Point is recorded as a headland in County Cork. Its open map record supplies this location and any linked names or public references.