What is recorded here
Whin Scar is a basaltic sea cliff formed during the Carboniferous period, approximately 300 to 360 million years ago, through volcanic activity. It is notable for its resistant igneous rock, which has withstood coastal erosion, forming a prominent and enduring coastal feature.
This does not grant access. Check current paths, opening conditions and ownership before entering.
Places near here
Fairy StepsHeritage attraction · 159 yd
Whinscar PlantationWood · 415 yd
Statue of St Lioba, Slack HeadMonument or public art · 702 yd
Longtail WoodWood · 947 yd
Ashton HouseListed building · 1012 yd.jpg?width=1280)
Hazelslack TowerListed building · 1261 yd
Haverbrack Bank Slip CaveCave or cavern · 1301 yd
Beetham Hall (curtain wall and uninhabited portion)Scheduled monument · 1308 yd
Boundary stone, StorthMonument or public art · 1347 yd
Haverbrack BankMountain / peak · 1594 yd
Waterfall on Leighton BeckWaterfall · 1649 yd
Thrang BrowMountain / peak · 1.5 miOther information
Photo: Rude Health · CC BY-SA 2.0