Orcombe Point, Exmouth
Orcombe Point
Orcombe Point is found to the south of the town of Exmouth, a coastal headland overlooking the Exe estuary. The geology here dates back to the Triassic period, and displays a characteristic red colouring. Sited at Orcombe Point is the GeoNeedle, a stone monument marking the start of the 96 mile Jurassic Coast – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
A coastal walk from Exmouth to Sidmouth (titled the ‘Red Coast’) can be found in the ‘Places to Walk’ section.
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