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Lizard Peninsula, Cornwall

The Lizard Peninsula (often just called The Lizard) is a peninsula forming the southernmost point of the British mainland and located in the far south-west of Cornwall. It is within the council area of Cornwall.

Place Type: Coastal Feature, Headland, Point
Historic County: Cornwall
Lat, Long: 49.993836,-5.211898
Grid Reference: SW 6989 1535
Council Area: Cornwall CA
Police Area: Devon and Cornwall PA

GBPN ID: 334187
Entry Type: Main listing (P)

 GBPN URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Lizard_Peninsula,_Cornwall_334187