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Devil’s Frying Pan

Hidden Gem

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Coastal, Caves, Cliffs

Walking, Photography

Year round

Photo: Bill Boaden via Geograph.org.uk

An ominous, deep-throated roar echoes across the coastal path long before the massive chasm appears before you. In 1868, the relentless Atlantic ocean continuously battered the Lizard Peninsula coastline until the heavy roof of a massive sea cave collapsed entirely into the water below.

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

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Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

4 day, 6 overnight

Jumunjy Thai Restaurant & Bar​

The Riverside Cabin, Haelarcher Helicopter Glamping, Pol Glas Cabin

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Devil’s Frying Pan?
Cornwall holds this dramatic coastal site on the wild Lizard Peninsula near a traditional fishing village. Coastal walkers usually spot it right beside the main path.

What type of place is Devil’s Frying Pan?
Devil's Frying Pan is a collapsed sea cave forming a giant chasm on the Cornwall coast.

When is the best time to visit Devil’s Frying Pan?
Fierce winter gales show off the raw, chaotic power of the crashing waves at their absolute peak. Any season works well though because the site stays open all year.

What can you do at Devil’s Frying Pan?
Hikers enjoy walking along the grassy cliff edge to peer sixty metres straight down into the swirling water. Photography enthusiasts also capture the massive central boulder resting inside the cavern.

How long should I spend at Devil’s Frying Pan?
A short stop of thirty minutes provides plenty of time to admire the geological feature and take some photos. People on longer coastal walks often sit nearby to watch seabirds ride the thermal updrafts.

Where do I park at Devil’s Frying Pan?
Space exists for ten vehicles altogether, providing four day and six overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Devil’s Frying Pan?
Jumunjy Thai Restaurant & Bar offers a meal choice in the area, operating as the single eatery nearby. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Devil’s Frying Pan?
The Riverside Cabin, Haelarcher Helicopter Glamping, and Pol Glas Cabin represent the triple selection of overnight options on record. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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