kids encyclopedia robot

Roseland Peninsula facts for kids

Kids Encyclopedia Facts
Roseland Peninsula is located in Cornwall
Roseland Peninsula
Location in Cornwall
St Mawes Riviera Lane
Riviera Lane, St Mawes (May 2004)
St Just in Roseland
View from above the church looking across to St Just Creek
St Just Roseland Churchyard 2
Churchyard of St Just

The Roseland Peninsula, or just Roseland, is a special part of Cornwall, England. Its name comes from the Cornish word Ros, which means 'promontory' or 'headland'. This area is located in the south of Cornwall. It is a peninsula, which means it is mostly surrounded by water. The River Fal separates it from the rest of Cornwall. On its eastern side is the English Channel.

Exploring the Roseland Peninsula

The Roseland Peninsula is home to the town of St Mawes. You can also find charming villages here, like St Just and Gerrans. These places offer a glimpse into traditional Cornish life.

Where Roseland Begins

People who live in Roseland often discuss exactly where the peninsula starts. Some say the village of Tregony is just outside its borders. If you are driving, you enter Roseland at the bottom of Tregony Hill. From there, you can take different roads to reach places like St Mawes or Ruan Lanihorne.

Population and Local Area

The Roseland area is also an electoral ward. This is a local district used for voting. The Roseland electoral ward includes St Mawes. In 2011, about 3,375 people lived in this area.

Images for kids

kids search engine
Roseland Peninsula Facts for Kids. Kiddle Encyclopedia.