What is Land's End?
Land's End is a headland in Cornwall and the most westerly point of mainland England. Known for its dramatic granite cliffs, it is the traditional starting or finishing point of journeys to John o' Groats in Scotland.
The journey from Land's End to John o' Groats, about 874 miles by road, is a popular challenge for walkers, cyclists and charity fundraisers.
Land's End has a famous signpost showing distances to places such as New York and John o' Groats. Visitors can have their photograph taken with a personalized sign.
Views and legends
From the cliffs, visitors can see the Longships Lighthouse offshore and, on clear days, the Isles of Scilly about 28 miles away.
Legends tell of the lost land of Lyonesse, said to lie beneath the sea between Land's End and the Isles of Scilly.
The area includes a visitor center with attractions and shops. The South West Coast Path passes Land's End, offering stunning coastal walks. Nearby Sennen Cove is a popular surfing beach.
Many visitors combine it with a trip to St Ives or Penzance.