Hangman cliffs, Coastal cliffs in Exmoor National Park, England
The Hangman cliffs contain Great Hangman and Little Hangman formations, with Great Hangman reaching 1043 feet as England's highest sea cliff.
The name Hangman first appeared in documents from 1792 as Hangman Hill, with its etymology suggesting a combination of Celtic and Germanic words.
The cliffs gained literary recognition through Leslie Charteris's novel 'Meet the Tiger', where the character Simon Templar conducts investigations.
Visitors can access the cliffs via the South West Coast Path, with parking facilities and amenities available in nearby Combe Martin village.
An abandoned iron ore working remains preserved below Great Hangman at Blackstone Point, marking the industrial heritage of this natural formation.
GPS coordinates: 51.21650,-4.01451
Latest update: March 15, 2025 19:54
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