Steeple Point to Marsland Mouth

Steeple Point to Marsland Mouth is a protected conservation area along the north Cornish coast that covers diverse natural habitats. The site features coastal cliffs, grasslands, and a river valley mouth where different plant and animal communities thrive.

The area received formal protection in 1973 when it was designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest due to its natural features. This recognition established lasting conservation measures for this section of coastline.

The South West Coast Path runs through the site, linking nearby villages and giving people a way to explore the landscape together. Walking these routes is woven into how locals and visitors experience this stretch of coastline.

Visitors can explore the site using established walking paths that are open throughout the year. Good footwear is recommended since the trails run along cliffs and uneven coastal terrain.

The location is home to fourteen dragonfly species, including several uncommon varieties adapted to coastal conditions. In the Marsland Valley section, visitors may spot roe deer that make their home in this sheltered valley.

Location: Morwenstow

GPS coordinates: 50.91490,-4.55990

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:04