Pictures of Rame
in the county of Cornwall
About Rame
Crumbling ruins of a chapel built in the 14th-century, crown this magnificent viewpoint which is reached by a 10 minute walk from the car park adjacent to the coastguard lookout. The chapel originally had a beacon which blazed to guide ship's safely into Plymouth Harbour. This job is now done by the Eddystone lighthouse which can be seen eight miles offshore. The lighthouse was first established in the 18th-century and has a range of 24 miles.
Rame Headland can be reached via a number of walks, the most popular being the walk taking in the country park in the grounds of Mount Edgcumbe House, which suffered bomb damage during World War II. The grounds of the house, unaltered since they were laid out in the 18th-century are simply stunning with magnificent coastal views in all directions, particularly of Plymouth Sound where you can catch a glimpse of mighty Ocean going liners heading out to sea. The lane to the headland passes St.Germanus Church in the hamlet of Rame. Parts of the building date from the 13th-century and the church is noted for having no electricity - it is still lit by candles.
This lovely place is a nature lovers paradise. There is an abundance of wildlife including rare and beautiful birds to be occasionally seen and heard fluttering around their peaceful woodland habitat. In spring the woods are covered with a thick carpet of fragile bluebells with other plants appearing during the changing seasons of the year. At the foot of the headland there are two beaches, accessible only by boat. Once there, just as the headland itself, the beaches make secluded picnic spots. Many residents from Plymouth as well as tourists, pack a Sunday picnic and board the Cremyll ferry - even a few hours spent in this blessed spot is sufficient to wash away weariness and refresh the spirit.
Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.
Distances and directions below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner
Recommended attractions near Rame
| Mount Edgcumbe Country Park | (2.7 miles, 4.4 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Antony House | (4.4 miles, 7.2 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Royal Citadel, Plymouth | (4.6 miles, 7.4 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| The Merchantant's House | (4.6 miles, 7.5 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Saltram House | (7.1 miles, 11.4 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Seaton Valley Country Park | (8.7 miles, 14.1 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| The Monkey Sanctuary | (9.5 miles, 15.3 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Old Mother Hubbard's Cottage | (9.7 miles, 15.7 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| The Old Guildhall and Gaol | (10.8 miles, 17.4 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Buckland Abbey | (11.5 miles, 18.5 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Dartmoor Wildlife Park | (11.5 miles, 18.5 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Model Village & Land of Legend | (13.6 miles, 21.9 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Burgh Island | (14.2 miles, 22.8 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Tavistock Abbey | (16.1 miles, 25.9 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Dobwalls Family Adventure Park | (16.6 miles, 26.7 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
All attractions in RameAll attractions in CornwallComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Rame
Cawsand, a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (0.7 miles, 1.1 km)
A picturesque ex-smuggling village in Cornwall
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Plymouth, in the county of Devon (4.8 miles, 7.8 km, direction NE)
This is a city that evokes stirring memories of England's great maritime past.
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Saltash, in the county of Cornwall (6.0 miles, 9.6 km, direction N)
Famous for its two great bridges than span the River Tamar, this little town, known as 'the gateway to Cornwall' is both pretty and interesting.
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Newton Ferrers, a Picturesque Village in the county of Devon (7.8 miles, 12.6 km, direction E)
A place of sheer enchantment with narrow streets crammed with characterful properties, leading down to the estuary where many small boats are beached and moored.
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Brixton, in the county of Devon (8.2 miles, 13.2 km, direction E)
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Millendreath, in the county of Cornwall (10.5 miles, 16.9 km, direction NW)
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Looe, a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (10.8 miles, 17.4 km, direction W)
In far off medieval times both East and West Looe were granted a charter and each retained its own identity for several centuries.
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Yelverton, in the county of Devon (13.1 miles, 21.1 km, direction NE)
Yelverton, by-passed by the picturesque River Meavy is situated on the south-western fringes of Dartmoor. It is a quaint little town surrounded by fine scenery with easy access to some of the loveliest places on Dartmoor.
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Callington, in the county of Cornwall (13.3 miles, 21.4 km, direction N)
The little town of Callington can be found a short distance from the River Tamar and is close to the River Lynher, in a quiet region which was once known for its prosperous tin mines.
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Polperro, a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (13.8 miles, 22.2 km, direction W)
Jagged rocks rise as if to guard the entrance to the picturesque harbour of this enchanting fishing village which has for decades been a magnet for tourists and a mecca for artists from all over England.
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Tavistock, a Historic Market Town in the county of Devon (16.2 miles, 26.0 km, direction N)
This pleasant market town plays host to what is possibly Devon's most entertaining annual fair, the Goose Fair, normally...
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Hope, in the county of Devon (16.6 miles, 26.8 km, direction E)
Despite having a picturesque little bay known as Hope Cove which has a picturesque harbour at its northern end, what really stuns all who visit is the sight of waves lashing against the scattered rocks flanking the cove.
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Princetown, in the county of Devon (18.4 miles, 29.7 km, direction NE)
Princetown is the highest village within the Dartmoor National Park, some call it the bleakest centre of the moors which is probably largely due to the town being the home of notorious Dartmoor Prison.
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Polruan, a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (18.5 miles, 29.8 km, direction W)
A holiday resort of considerable merit and charm.
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Fowey, a Picturesque Village in the county of Cornwall (18.7 miles, 30.0 km, direction W)
The picturesque harbour town of Fowey has a history as colourful as some of the pretty boats sailing in and out of its waters.
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All towns in CornwallComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Devonport Station | (4.4 miles, 7.0 km, direction NE) |
| Dockyard Station | (4.6 miles, 7.3 km, direction NE) |
| Plymouth City Airport | (8.4 miles, 13.5 km, direction NE) |
| Newquay (Cornwall) Airport | (35.9 miles, 57.8 km, direction W) |
| M5 Junction 31 | (39.5 miles, 63.5 km, direction NE) |
| M5 Junction 30 | (42.7 miles, 68.8 km, direction NE) |
| Rame to London | (196.5 miles, 316.1 km, direction NE) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Rame
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Rame center |
| Wringford Down | (0.8 miles, 1.2 km) |
| The Royal Fleet Club | (3.9 miles, 6.3 km, direction NE) |
| Best Western Duke Of Cornwall Hotel | (4.1 miles, 6.6 km, direction NE) |
| Quality Hotel Plymouth | (4.2 miles, 6.7 km, direction NE) |
| The Astor Hotel | (4.3 miles, 6.9 km, direction NE) |
| Grosvenor Hotel | (4.3 miles, 6.9 km, direction NE) |
| The New Continental | (4.3 miles, 6.9 km, direction NE) |
| Riviera | (4.3 miles, 6.9 km, direction NE) |
| Jewells Guest Accomodation | (4.3 miles, 6.9 km, direction NE) |
| Holiday Inn Plymouth | (4.5 miles, 7.2 km, direction NE) |
| All hotels in Rame |
