Meneage, Historical region in southern Cornwall, England.
Description
Meneage is a historical region on the Lizard Peninsula in southern Cornwall, defined by granite formations and a jagged coastline with many small coves. The area spreads across varying landscapes including moorland and steep cliffs that drop toward the sea.
History
The area takes its name from the Cornish word 'Menek', referring to monastic lands managed by religious institutions during medieval times. This heritage reveals the region's role as part of church-controlled territory during that period.
Culture
Local residents maintain traditional farming practices, with dairy production and market gardening playing central roles in the agricultural community.
Practical
The region connects to major Cornish towns like Helston through the A3083 road, offering easy access to services and local facilities. Visitors find parking and marked paths distributed throughout the area for exploration.
Did you know?
The area contains rare minerals and serpentine rock formations dating back millions of years that form important geological features of the coastal landscape. This unusual geology makes the region particularly valuable for those interested in natural sciences and earth structure.
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