Southerndown Coast, Protected coastal area in South Wales, Great Britain.
The Southerndown Coast extends over 5 kilometers of limestone cliffs, broad beaches, and wave-cut platforms along the Glamorgan Heritage Coast.
The geological formations date back to the Carboniferous period, between 359 and 330 million years ago, with subsequent Triassic and Jurassic rock layers.
Scientists and researchers frequently visit this Site of Special Scientific Interest to study its geological strata and diverse plant communities.
The entire length of the protected coastline remains accessible through the South Wales section of the Wales Coast Path throughout the year.
The coastal cliffs contain mineral deposits including calcite, baryte, and galena, while supporting maritime grass species adapted to salt conditions.
GPS coordinates: 51.45800,-3.63400
Latest update: April 2, 2025 01:26
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