Sennen Cove
Sennen Cove, Cornwall
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| Sennen Cove - `our home` - lies in the south-east
corner of Whitesand Bay , sheltered from the prevailing westerlies by the bulk
of Pedn-men-du Cliff. The Cove was originally established as a fishing station , and at the end of the nineteenth century , many men and women were employed in the pilchard fishery - the men catching the fish, and the women processing and packing them. As with pretty well all things Cornish , tourism is now the main trade of the Cove, although a small commercial fishing fleet remains. |
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There is
a small sandy beach in the harbour at Sennen Cove - and swimming is safe
....best to choose high tide because the harbour dries out at low
tide! There are lots of rock pools for budding young fishermen to explore - and plenty of sand for those just wanting to enjoy the sun. There is a dog ban in force from Easter to the end of September. The Lifeboat Station is open to visitors daily - the Tyne class lifeboat and D class inshore lifeboat can be viewed from the viewing gallery. There is a large `pay and display` car park at the Cove - with another large park at Sennen Beach. |
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| Fresh mackerel being landed at Sennen Cove. |
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| The cliff path passes through Sennen Cove ; and
Land`s End is about half an hour`s walk to the west...a short climb to the top
of Pedn-men-du , then level walking to Land`s End. When the sea turns a bit rough , the waves breaking over the breakwater can be quite spectacular ; in particularly bad weather , the spray carries to the top of Pedn-men-du and an example of this can be seen on the lifeboat home page. Sennen Cove Travel Directions Pretty simple really ; follow the main A30 towards Land`s End . About one mile east of Land`s End, enter the village of Sennen , turn right opposite the School to Sennen Cove. In July and August , the car parks in the Cove fill rapidly on fine days, and a large overflow car park is used at the top of the hill. Facilities Public Telephones (2), Public Conveniences (one at each end of the Cove), Shops , Cafes, Galleries, Pub, Hotels (2). Scheduled bus service to Penzance. Lifeguard service on main beach in season. |
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| A lovely sunset over Sennen Cove. |
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