LANDS END

Lands End is most famous for being England's most westerly point. The outdoor tourist attraction is one of the most visited in Cornwall. It is a place for all of the family with many attractions. With panoramic views, cliffs lashed by the huge waves, Wolf Rock off shore and The Longships Lighthouse it is well worth a visit. Beyond in the distance are the Isles os Scilly, and thousands of miles across the Atlantic is of course America. At dawn and dusk you can view a fantastic sunrise and sunset. Visitors are encouraged to stay on the pathways to preserve and protect the wild flowers like Thrift, from being trampled.

Lands End is about 45 miles (74km) from Newquay and about 21 miles (34km) from St Ives. It is known as the end place for Cornwall and England. The nearby Isle of Scilly can be seen from the clifftops on a clear day, and transport to these islands are available by helicopter and boat.

The warm climate of the Scilly Isles is due to the Gulf stream, and this attracted many wild flowers and also wildlife.

Attractions in Penzance include Morrab Gardens, located in the town centre is a attractive sub tropical garden and is If you travel to Lands End by car, there is a car park with a charge of a couple of pounds. There is also a car park in the nearby Sennen Cove, which is within wallking distance to Lands End. For alternative travel, there is a regular hourly bus service that runs between Lands End and Penzance (excluding Sundays) used by the general public.

Lands End airport is located nearby, which overlooks the rugged coast of Cornwall. There are many attractions, coastal walks and accommodation available nearby.

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