Lizard Peninsula, Cornwall, England
The Lizard Peninsula has the mildest climate in Britain — but its cliffs are among the most dangerous. Atlantic groundswell, serpentine rock and hidden currents make CoastMetric's real-time data essential for safe coastal walking.
About Lizard Peninsula
CoastMetric is a real-time conditions app for the Lizard Peninsula — the most southerly point of mainland Britain. Check live weather, Atlantic swell, tides, and coastal path conditions before you visit Kynance Cove, Lizard Point or the South West Coast Path.
The Lizard Peninsula is Britain's most southerly point and one of its most exposed. Atlantic groundswell, violent tidal races and unstable serpentine cliff edges make conditions unpredictable. Kynance Cove beach is cut off by the tide — always check times before descending.
Walking Routes
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Visit Kynance Cove at low tide for the stacks and sea caves — then walk south along the clifftops to Lizard Point. Return along the same path or loop inland. Time the visit carefully around tides — Kynance beach disappears at high water.
A short walk from the village car park to Lizard Point — mainland Britain's southernmost tip. The lighthouse and Heritage Centre are open on selected days.
Plan Your Visit
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Key Features
Voted one of Britain's most beautiful beaches — turquoise water, serpentine stacks and a white-sand beach accessible only at low tide. National Trust café above the cove.
Britain's most southerly lighthouse, guiding ships through the dangerous Lizard Race since 1751. Heritage Centre and café on site.
The Lizard's unique green-red mottled serpentinite — one of only two places in Britain where it outcrops. Local craftsmen carve it into souvenirs.
The red-billed symbol of Cornwall returned to the Lizard in 2001 after 40 years' absence. Cliff-top walks offer the best sightings.
Live Data
All data is fetched from authoritative UK sources and recalculated every few minutes.
Safety Information
Kynance Cove is inaccessible at high tide — check tide times before descending. The Lizard Point tidal race is hazardous for swimmers and kayakers. Stay back from cliff edges — serpentine and gabbro rock is treacherously slippery when wet. The Lizard lighthouse signals in fog — if you hear the horn, conditions are deteriorating rapidly.
All data, scores and recommendations are for informational purposes only. The Visit Score is an algorithmic estimate — not a substitute for your own judgement, local signage or official guidance.
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