Lands End

Land’s End is one of Britain’s most famous landmarks, marking the stark and beautiful westernmost point of the English mainland.

Situated on the Penwith peninsula, the site is defined by towering granite cliffs that plunge sixty metres into the churning Atlantic Ocean, where the “Longships” lighthouse stands as a lonely sentinel against the horizon. Historically, this rugged headland was known to the ancient Greeks as “Belerion” – the Place of the Sun and has served for centuries as a symbolic finish line for “End to End” travellers journeying from John o’ Groats.

The area is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest, protecting rare maritime flora and providing a vital habitat for coastal wildlife such as grey seals, gannets, and the rare Cornish chough. Today, the headland balances its status as a major tourist destination, featuring the world-famous white signpost, with the raw natural beauty of the South West Coast Path.

Visitors can stand at the very edge of the country to witness spectacular sunsets, explore the nearby First and Last House, and experience the sheer power of the ocean at the final frontier of the Cornish landscape.

Lands End Guides

• The best things to do in Lands End
• The best places to stay in Lands End
• The best places to eat in Lands End
• 10 fascinating facts about Land’s End
• Snorkellers swim with monster Bluefin Tuna