The Lizard
This is the most southerly point on the British mainland. The name comes from the Cornish "lis" meaning "place" and "ard" meaning "high". The Spanish Armada was first spotted from here in 1588.

Lizard Village
The Lizard makes a great centre place to stay and enjoy the many coves and lovely villages nearby. Also to enjoy the many great views and walks.

The small town has a public House "The Top House". Full of interesting pictures of the area and Lifeboat photos to enjoy as one sits in its bar, around the fireplace. It even has a couple of old benches from a shipwreck. It also has a display of the local Serpentine Rock, not to sell (they can be bough in the village shops around here and on the headland. The Post office is behind the pub.

A small number of shops allow the visitor's to buy some food, gifts and more without making the green in the middle of the Lizard spoilt. It has donation parking, the Lizard makes a great spot to explore the area.

There is a great pasty shop just off the green in the direction of Church Cove, near the small Football Club. Also Fish & Chips with fresh local fish is available near the pub most days.

Best to park in the town as the roads get narrow and to walk to the sea, though one can drive to the Lighthouse or VERY!!! limited parking on the Lizard Point, With very few passing places, (cars only). But its only a few yards from the Lighthouse, its so much easier from there, or enjoy the lanes with their paths to both from the Lizard Village