Hell Bay
A rocky bay on the northwest coast of Bryher, open to the Atlantic, where storm waves crash ashore. It is the archipelago's wildest coastal scenery.
The bay is made up of rugged granite reefs and pebble beaches, with the open Atlantic beyond and nothing to block it. In storms the spray can reach over ten metres high. On sunny days it is a good place to watch the sunset from the rocks and observe seabirds. A coastal path connects to Shipman Head at the northern end, and nearby are the remains of an Iron Age clifftop fort. It is not suitable for swimming, and on rough days you should keep well away from the reefs at the water's edge.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Bryher
- Cromwell's Castle
- King Charles's Castle
- Samson
- Tresco Abbey Garden
- The Garrison & Star Castle
- Bant's Carn & Halangy Down
- Hugh Town