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Prehistoric cairns, prehistoric to post-medieval settlements and field systems, an early Christian focus, post-medieval kelp pits and quay on Tean and Old Man

16 ha

Plan your visit

BirdsWildlifeInsects
Free entryDogs welcome16 ha

Visiting this summer

Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now

  • 🐦98+ species recorded in this area — summer evenings are best for activity; watch for House Sparrow and Oystercatcher
  • Historic character is a year-round quality here — summer brings its own atmosphere to the setting
  • 🐕Dogs welcome — bring water in summer; the site has enough space to find shade on hot days

Good to know

  • £Free to visit — no entry charge
  • 🐕Dogs welcome

Best for

4 activities

Bird watching

Birds — House Sparrow, Oystercatcher, Shag +95 more · last seen 2025; Birds — House Sparrow, Oystercatcher, Shag +95 more · last seen 2025

Free

Wildlife

Multi-group wildlife — Birds, Mammals; Multi-group wildlife — Birds, Mammals

Free

Insect spotting

Lowland heathland — silver-studded blue and heath fritillary butterflies; Insects — Speckled Wood, Small White, Meadow Brown +16 more · last seen 2025

Free

Heritage

Historic site

Free

Wildlife to spot

Photos

Old Man, Tean, Isles of Scilly

Old Man, Tean, Isles of Scilly

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