Dungy Head
Appearance
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Dungy Head is a coastal promontory located west of Lulworth Cove on the Jurassic Coast in Dorset, England.[1] It forms the eastern end of St Oswald's Bay. It is composed of Portland stone strata. The surrounding area is popular for coastal walks, which yield impressive views.[2] Cliff-climbing however is dangerous and not recommended.[1]
Pinion Rock
[edit]Pinion Rock (50°37′08″N 2°15′51″W / 50.6188°N 2.2642°W) is a rock that lies out to sea close to Dungy Head.
References
[edit]- ^ a b West, Ian. Dungy Head, St. Oswald's Bay and Man O' War Head near Lulworth Cove; Geology of the Wessex Coast. of Southern England, 2 April 2009.
- ^ St Oswald's Bay and Dungy Head from Durdle Door, The South West Coast Path.