Battery Rocks

Battery Rocks

Battery Rocks (gbmapping|SW477298) are a rocky outcrop situated to the west of the harbour of Penzance, Cornwall, UK. The rocks take their name from a gun battery that was situated there from 1739, following a petition by Penzance Borough council for protection from French naval attacks. The rocks are currently home to the Penzance war memorial and the outdoor Jubilee Pool - a restored example of an art deco lido.


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