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Lizard Point
Dramatic cliffs shaped by the Atlantic. The Lizard features white beaches, turquoise seas and unique nature.
The Lizard, near Helston, Cornwall, TR12 7NT
Opening times for 5 December 2023
Asset Opening time Coastline Dawn - Dusk The Wireless Station Closed Wildlife Watchpoint Closed The Wildlife Watchpoint and Wireless Station are open weather dependent. They are run by volunteers so opening days or times depend on volunteer availability.
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Polpeor Cafe (concession)
Dogs
Check local beaches for council enforced seasonal ban 1 July - 31 August 10am - 6pm
Car park
£2 for 1 hours, £4 for 4 hours, £6 over 4 hours.
Toilet
Last toilets in Lizard Point car park
Toilets, including accessible toilets, at Lizard Point car park. Partly accessible grounds with some sheer cliffs. There are surfaced paths to viewpoints overlooking Lizard Point. Dogs welcome all year at Polpeor Beach. Lizard Point car park not suitable for coaches which must stop at the green in Lizard Village.
Accessible toilet
Last toilets in Lizard Point car park
Steps/uneven terrain
By road
A3083 from Helston south to Lizard Point. NT car park signposted, opposite lighthouse. Lizard Point car park is not suitable for coaches or large motor homes. Parking available at Lizard Village green for motorhomes. No suitable parking for coaches, drop off only.
Parking: NT car park at Lizard Point. Pay and display charges apply for non-members. Members park free.
Sat Nav: Lizard Point car park use postcode TR12 7NT or what3words: ///explores.mouths.glow Lizard Village green car park use TR12 7NZ or what3words: ///interval.remain.quitter
On foot
Lizard Point is on the South West Coast Path. There are many local footpaths leading to and from the point. Call into our information hut for maps and information.
By bus
Helston to Lizard bus route 34 operated by First Bus. Kynance Cove 2 miles, Lizard Point ½ mile from bus stop in village.
Planning your visit
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Visiting Lizard Point with your dog
Dogs are welcome all year round at Lizard Point, with miles of wild and unspoilt countryside and coast path to explore. Sheer cliffs and farmland are rich in wildlife so we ask that dogs are kept on a lead at all times to help us maintain these delicate habitats.
Highlights
Lizard peninsula
Dramatic cliffs and rugged coastline shaped by the Atlantic, encircled by the South West Coast Path and intersected by secluded coves and white sandy beaches.
Wildlife Watchpoint
Spot seals, dolphins and the occasional whale as well as the popular Cornish choughs that breed close by. Chat to volunteers about what they've spotted this season and borrow some binoculars to see what you can spot.
Lizard Wireless Station
Home of the first wireless radio transmission in 1901, this volunteer run hands-on experience tells the story of Marconi and his pioneering technological achievements.
Things to see and do
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Things to see and do at Lizard Point
Explore Britain’s most southerly point. Head out for a walk with spectacular views, spot rare wildlife at the watch point and visit the Marconi wireless station.
Outdoor activities
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Outdoor activities at Lizard Point
Have a go at kayaking, climbing or coasteering with our partner Lizard Adventure. Or join a surfing lesson & catch some waves with former professional Dan Joel.
Top trails
Trail
Lizard Point walk: the most southerly place in Britain
Take in dramatic views of the Atlantic, visit the lighthouse and look out for local wildlife on this enjoyable walk around the most southerly point in Britain.
Trail
Lizard peninsula rare flora and fauna walk
Take a short walk around the western side of the Lizard Peninsula for stunning coastal scenery and a chance to spot rare plants, birds and other wildlife.
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Medieval mills & a ruined Victorian factory walk near Lizard Point
Discover medieval mills and the ruins of a Victorian stoneware factory on this walk down to the sea through the picturesque Poltesco valley.
Places to stay
Wireless Cottage
A cliff-top cabin with a whole lot of history, just metres from the coastal path.
Cadgwith Elm
High on the cliffs of Cadgwith Cove, you’ll have sweeping sea-views on your doorstep.
Townplace
A quiet retreat, away from the hustle and bustle of nearby Cadgwith Cove village and beach.
Serpentine
With a sea-view garden and a cosy interior, this converted barn makes for a relaxing stay.
Inglewidden Vean
A cliff-top cottage just a short walk to the village and beach of Cadgwith Cove.
Ruan
A cliff-top cottage with mesmerising views, just above Cadgwith Cove.
Teneriffe Farm Campsite
A green campsite surrounded by nature reserves on the Lizard, a ten-minute walk from the South West Coast Path.
Winnianton Farmhouse
A newly refurbished farmhouse situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with views of Church Cove and surrounding farmland
About Lizard Point
The Lizard peninsula, the most southerly part of the British mainland, is a place apart. Lizard Point is mainland Britain's most southerly point, infamous as a site of shipwrecks in the past and overlooking what is still one of the busiest shipping lanes in the world.
A combination of the mild maritime climate and complex and unique geology has produced an area with a distinctive character, well known for its rare and unusual flora and where the famous call of the Cornish chough is never far away. The cliffs and farmland surrounding Lizard Point are incredibly rich in wildlife, depending on the time of year you visit you may see adders basking in the sunshine or bright pink Thrift on the clifftops.
The Lizard peninsula is also renowned as the birthplace of modern communication, where Marconi undertook some of his pioneering radio experiments. These experiments are celebrated at the Marconi Centre at Poldhu and the Lizard Wireless Station at Bass Point, a short walk along the coast path from Lizard Point.
History
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The history of the Marconi radio stations on Lizard Point
Discover how Italian inventor Guglielmo Marconi developed ground-breaking technology on these remote Cornish clifftops that paved the way for today's instant worldwide communication.
Our work
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Species under threat on the Lizard granted funding to aid recovery
Lizard National Trust is one of 63 projects across the country to have been awarded a share of £14.5 million by Natural England to help recover 150 species nationwide.
Project
Project
Cornish coastal meadows project
We are working to create 250 hectares of new species rich grassland at National Trust sites across Cornwall. The project, due to be completed by 2026, will help us rise to the twin challenges of biodiversity loss and climate change.
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South West Coast Path: creating a year-round economic asset in Cornwall
Thanks to funding from the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development, the Lizard Peninsula has started improvements to help make the South West Coast Path a year-round experience. Find out about other nearby places that have benefitted.
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Poldark’s filming locations
Many National Trust places helped bring the BAFTA award-winning Poldark series to life, including lots of coast and countryside rich in mining and Cornish history.
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