Introducing The Lizard
For a glimpse of Cornwall’s stormier side, the ink-black cliffs, rugged coves and open heaths of the Lizard Peninsula are hard to beat. This is England’s most southerly point, and on a wind-lashed winter’s day, it certainly feels a long way from the outside world; but in high summer the clifftops burst into life with wildflowers and butterflies, and the remote coves make the perfect place for a spot of secluded swimming. In past centuries the Lizard was at the centre of Cornwall’s smuggling industry, and the area is crammed with tales of Cornish ‘free-traders’ sneaking barrels of liquor and contraband goods under the noses of government Preventive boats. Some smugglers even became local legends – the most notorious was John Carter, the so-called King of Prussia, after whom Prussia Cove near Marazion is named.
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For more information visit www.lizard-peninsula.co.uk.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Road trip to Cornwall from london
by bellart1 27 May 2012
Lands End is simply not worth it - visually it has been spoilt by a theme park built by de Savary. The Lizard is much nicer and the furthest…
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RE: Road trip to Cornwall from london
by swati1234 25 May 2012
Thanks for the tips guys... Eden Project is off my itinerary, besides the time needed, I am also amazed to find it's ticket prices, 23…
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RE: Cornwall - with bells on. Your input gratefully received
by bellart1 23 May 2012
Why is the Lizard awful? Are you confusing it with Lands End (and the b....y theme park that de Savary built there)? The Lizard really…
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