Sennen - Harbour
Cornwall, United Kingdom β 5.6 km
St Just - Cape Cornwall
π¬π§ Cornwall Β· United Kingdom β Altitude 14 m
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This live camera looks out over Cape Cornwall, a rugged headland on the far west of mainland England. It is useful for seeing how the Atlantic is behaving along this stretch of the Cornish coast before you plan a walk. The page also shows local time and the weather forecast for St Just.
About Cape Cornwall
Cape Cornwall sits just outside St Just, at the western tip of Cornwall where the land ends in granite cliffs above the Atlantic. It is one of the few places in England where the coast is at its most exposed, and it is known for its distinctive chimney stack, a remnant of old mining in the area. The landscape is open moorland meeting sea, with a feel of isolation that draws walkers and photographers.
What the camera shows
As this is a nature camera, the view is likely to focus on the headland, the sea and the sky rather than on buildings or people. Depending on the angle, you may see waves breaking on the rocks, changing light across the water, and cloud moving in from the Atlantic. Mornings and late afternoons often bring the softest light, and stormy weather can make the sea especially dramatic to watch.
Practical tips and nearby views
West Cornwall has a mild, windy maritime climate, so conditions can change quickly, and it is worth checking the weather on this page before travelling. Summer is generally the most comfortable season for walking the coastal paths. Other cameras nearby include Sennen Harbour and Sennen Beach, about six kilometres away, and Newlyn, around eleven kilometres to the east, which are useful if you want to compare conditions along the coast.
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About this camera
What is the weather like at Cape Cornwall right now?
The current conditions and a three-day forecast for St Just are shown in the live weather block on this page. Because the headland is exposed, wind and cloud can differ from inland areas, so check before you walk.
What time is it in St Just?
The local time for St Just is displayed on this page and updates automatically. St Just follows UK local time, so it matches the rest of the United Kingdom.
Where exactly is the Cape Cornwall camera?
The camera is near St Just, on the western coast of Cornwall, England. The map on this page shows its exact location near Cape Cornwall.
When is the best time to watch this camera?
Early morning and late afternoon usually give the clearest light and the most interesting sea conditions. Stormy days are also worth watching if you enjoy dramatic Atlantic waves.
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