Clodgy Point in St Ives — Live Webcam Broadcast Online

Clodgy Point: The Wild Coast of Cornwall

On the north coast of Cornwall, a couple of kilometres from artistic St Ives, lies Clodgy Point — a rocky headland jutting into the Atlantic. This place with a rugged history and stunning views is now accessible to everyone thanks to the online webcam. The camera is mounted at a viewpoint and broadcasts a panoramic view of the rocky shore and sea — you can observe Cornwall's nature in real time without leaving home.

Clodgy Point is part of the famous South West Coast Path, one of the most scenic routes in the UK. People come here for wild nature, fresh winds, and the feeling of standing at the edge of the earth. The online camera captures this atmosphere — turquoise water, reddish-brown boulders, and an endless horizon.

The History of the Name: A Leper Colony

The name of the headland sounds unusual even for Cornwall, and it has a dark etymology. The name "Clodgy" comes from the Cornish words "klav" and "ji", meaning "sick house" — a hospital for the ill. In the Middle Ages, the remoteness of the headland made it an ideal place for isolating the infected.

Clodgy Point was the site of a leper colony, where those afflicted with leprosy were sent. Seclusion and inaccessibility were exactly what was needed for a quarantine zone in those days. Today, all that remains from that era are the ruins of an old building — the former leper colony, which can be spotted on the coastal path below the headland.

Geography and Landscape

Clodgy Point is a rocky headland with reddish-brown rocks and boulders characteristic of this stretch of the Cornish coast. The coastline is indented, the seawater is turquoise-green, and on the horizon there is a clear line separating sea and sky. The camera is directed along the coast, covering both the rocky shore and the water surface.

Near the headland lies the famous "Man's Head" rock (Carrack Du) — a rock formation shaped like a human head, located on the coast. This is one of the local landmarks that observers often notice. And from Clodgy Point there are panoramic views of the town of St Ives, spread out below — white houses on the slope and a bay with yachts.

Climate and Weather at the Point

St Ives has an oceanic climate with some of the mildest winters and warmest summers in Britain and Northern Europe. The Gulf Stream does its work — temperatures here are higher than in other parts of the country at the same latitude. The number of sunny days per year at Clodgy Point is above the national average, but the weather can be unpredictable regardless of the season.

That is why a real-time webcam is the best way to find out what is happening at the point right now. In the morning it can be sunny and calm, and by lunchtime clouds can roll in and waves can rise. The Atlantic climate does not forgive overconfidence.

How to Get to Clodgy Point

For those who want to see the point in person, not just through the online camera, there are several options. You can reach Clodgy Point on foot via the South West Coast Path from Porthmeor Beach heading west. This is part of the St Ives — Clodgy Point Circular Walk route.

The route from St Ives Station to Clodgy Point passes through Bowling Green and along the coastline, including small inclines, but is considered moderately easy. Clodgy Point lies beyond the "Man's Head" rock, so the walk is rich — both the rock-head, the colony ruins, and panoramic views of St Ives.

Clodgy Point Webcam: What You Need to Know

The online camera at Clodgy Point is a live broadcast from a real location. The camera is mounted at a viewpoint and operates around the clock, allowing you to observe the coast at any time. The broadcast quality is high enough to see landscape details — from the texture of rocks to the shades of seawater.

The real-time webcam is a convenient tool for those planning a hike to the point and wanting to assess current conditions. Or for those who simply want to watch the Atlantic coast of Cornwall without leaving home. Free viewing is available without registration or restrictions.

What You Can See on the Camera

The camera with a view of Clodgy Point broadcasts a panoramic view of the rocky shore and sea. In the foreground is a concrete platform with white equipment. The rocky shore with reddish-brown rocks and boulders stretches along the coastline. The seawater is turquoise-green with slight waves. On the horizon is a clear line separating sea and sky with occasional clouds. The camera is directed along the coast towards Clodgy Point, covering both the coastline and the water surface.