Rame Head Collection

Early morning view of the cliffs at Rame Head, looking towards Penlee Point and the entrance to Plymouth Sound, in east Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Peaceful Bay in Western Australia
Peaceful Bay, Western Australia

The rocky coast of Penlee Point, looking towards Rame Head and at the mouth of Plymouth Sound, east Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Eddystone Lighthouse, c1870. Smeatons lighthouse at Eddystone Rocks on the English Channel remained in use until 1877 when erosion of the rocks under the lighthouse caused it to shake whenever large

Aerial view of the coastal geology at Rame Head, Cornwall, England. Winter (January) 2022

Ocean coast at Rame Head - United Kingdom, England, Cornwall, Kingsbridge, Rame Head - Rame Peninsula

The Western Defences of Devonport and Plymouth (engraving)
1620039 The Western Defences of Devonport and Plymouth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Western Defences of Devonport and Plymouth)

Eddystone Lighthouse, 1936. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester. [The Amalgamated Press Ltd. London]

Eddystone Lighthouse, 1910. Artist: Valentine & Sons Ltd
Eddystone Lighthouse, 1910. From The British Isles in Pictures, by H. Clive Barnard, M.A. D.Lit. [A. & C. Black, Limited, London, 1910]

East side of the Eddystone Lighthouse, Eddystone Rocks, offshore Rame Head, Devon, England. From Old England: A Pictorial Museum, published 1847

Rome Head
View to the Rome Head near Peaceful Bay in Western Australia

Sunset on the coastline near Denmark, Western Australia
Denmark, Western Australia

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Rame Head: A Majestic Coastal Haven As the first rays of dawn gently caress the rugged cliffs at Rame Head, a breathtaking vista unfolds before your eyes. The early morning view offers an enchanting sight, with the majestic Penlee Point standing tall in the distance. This peaceful bay in Western Australia is reminiscent of untouched beauty and tranquility. The rocky coast of Penlee Point, stretching towards Rame Head, reveals nature's artistic prowess. Its intricate formations tell tales of centuries past and stand as a testament to Earth's enduring power, and is here that Eddystone Lighthouse stood proudly in 1870, guiding sailors through treacherous waters. From above, an aerial view showcases the coastal geology at Rame Head in all its glory. Winter has cast its spell upon this corner of Cornwall, England in January 2022. The ocean waves crash against ancient rocks, creating a symphony that resonates with both awe and serenity. This captivating location holds historical significance too; it served as one of the western defenses for Devonport and Plymouth during times long gone by. An engraving from yesteryears transports us back to witness these formidable fortifications guarding against unseen threats. Eddystone Lighthouse stands as an iconic symbol amidst this picturesque landscape throughout history. In 1936 or even earlier in 1910 when captured by Valentine & Sons Ltd. , it showcased its timeless allure against the backdrop of Eddystone Rocks offshore Rame Head. Delving further into antiquity takes us back to Old England: A Pictorial Museum published in 1847 where we catch a glimpse of the east side of Eddystone Lighthouse on Eddystone Rocks itself—an architectural marvel defying nature's whims atop Devon's shores. While often referred to as Rome Head due to linguistic similarities between namesakes across continents, this destination possesses unique charm entirely its own—a testament to Mother Nature's boundless creativity.