Bedruthan Steps by danob
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The first stage of my holiday was spent here at home poor weather prevented many intended photo locations however I hope you enjoy this place despite the poor conditions..
The power of earth's natural forces is uppermost on my mind when walking along this rugged stetch of my homeland. The outline of the stacks has changed in living memory, and the cliffs are constantly slipping into the sea so that to walk too near the edge is a hazardous undertaking.
The legend of a giant called Bedruthan using the beach stacks as stepping stones or 'steps' to achieve a not very obvious short cut across the bay seems to be a late nineteenth century invention trotted out to gullible tourists, fondly called emmetts by the Cornish in reference to migrating ants!! No early reference to the story has been found and the truth is probably more prosaic. The first record of the name 'Bedruthan Steps' is in the 1851 edition of Murray's Handbook, and is likely to refer to the actual steps, or cliff staircase as it now is. Just north of Diggory's Island there was a beach access path called Pentire Steps. This was a zig-zag route to the beach, but the bottom section has been carried away by a landslip.
To get an idea of scale the little specks are people on the beach!
Comments (48)
Ah - those specks are actually people... Those stacks are d**n huge! Impressive landscape to say the least. Excellent shot!
What a beautiful scene! Excellent!
Wow, such a beautiful beach area...looks a little sketchy getting down there but worth the walk...amazing catpure~ Aloha~
A breathtaking view! Those rocks are fascinating! Gorgeous POV! Can almost feel the wind in my hair while standing there lost in thoughts and enjoying this marvel of nature! v****
that gradient sky give a mysterious and surreal aspect to this superb and peaceful place! a top shot!
Excellent locale and shot considering the weather conditions. Fine work as always.
One is never quite humbled by an unihabitable and non-arable place. The monstrosity is awesome and the temporary quiet of seeking pleasure in such alienation is rich. Going down to see who is on the beach has it's own perils for they may be caught up in their own activity and not even open to the sniff of a dog at their hand. If it is one's own land enough visits will release someone from their well.
I was going to ask if it was people on the beach until I finished reading. I can imagine the size very well and I think the cloudy conditions adds character to your capture which excellent
I never thought we could get such a gorgeous result with a white sky... Bravo!
What a beautiful place and what a beautiful shot. Would like to be there. Wish you a nice evening, G.
Impressive landscape with strong atmosphere and nice depth!
That is some wicked coastline Dan. Any more of these? Awesome!
Superb Danny!! VOTE!!
Breathtaking view Different image from you thats for sure but stunning all the same Gets my Vote Have a nice vacation....and I agree what a wicked coastlinegrin I would love it there:) Vote n hugs Susan~
Wonderful capture! Those rock formations would be interesting to explore I feel. Love that sky!
wonderful nature impression . great atmosphere and light. excellent capture. * top notch * Danny #:O)
Wonderful location and composition! Some sun might improve, but hey, it's great as is.
Spectacular beach shot Danny, thanks for sharing!