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Doubler Stones
Date Added: 19th Dec 2022
Site Type: Rock Art
Country: England (Yorkshire (West))
Visited: Yes on 21st Jan 2009. My rating: Condition 4 Ambience 5 Access 2
Doubler Stones submitted by DavidRaven on 18th May 2003. Two large rocks, weathered into curious forms. The upper surface of one has distinct cup-and-ring carvings. Even when the moor is teeming
with visitors, this backwater is usually empty of folk.
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Log Text: These curious rocks are located on the edge of moorland. They are best accessed from the W via a track starting at SE 06585 46318 off Light Bank Lane.
Idol Stone
Date Added: 19th Dec 2022
Site Type: Rock Art
Country: England (Yorkshire (West))
Visited: Yes on 21st Jan 2009. My rating: Condition 4 Ambience 5 Access 3
Idol Stone submitted by andyb456 on 22nd Nov 2004. This stone is beautiful and need no description.
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Log Text: The singular markings on the Idol Stone are a must visit for anyone interested in rock art.
Cow and Calf Rocks
Date Added: 19th Dec 2022
Site Type: Rock Outcrop
Country: England (Yorkshire (West))
Visited: Yes on 21st Jan 2009. My rating: Condition 4 Ambience 4 Access 4
Cow and Calf Rocks submitted by andy_h on 10th Nov 2003. The most prominent landmark for miles around. There are no visible megalithic remains at this huge rock outcrop, but local folklore refers to this being a place worthy of strong consideration.
I've always found it a little strange that as the most prominent landmark for miles around, the Cow n' Calf didn't bear any cup n' ring marks as they can be found both to the left and the right of the outcrop. It is possible that any that may have been on the rock could have been lost under the onslaugh...
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Log Text: They may not have a strong megalithic connection but the Cow and Calf Rocks have a massive presence, and are located close to Ilkley Moor Car Park.
Pancake Rock
Date Added: 19th Dec 2022
Site Type: Rock Art
Country: England (Yorkshire (West))
Visited: Yes on 21st Jan 2009. My rating: Condition 3 Ambience 4 Access 3
Pancake Stone, Ilkley Moor, West Yorkshire submitted by andy_h on 15th May 2003. The Pancake Stone is a weathered outcrop, perched ominously overlooking the Cow & Calf Hotel. The top is covered in Cup and Ring marks, but is now very worn.
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Log Text: Pancake Rock is located in an area rich with rock art. The multiple cup marks may not be spectacular but a visit is worthwhile.
Overton Hill barrow cemetery
Date Added: 18th Dec 2022
Site Type: Barrow Cemetery
Country: England (Wiltshire)
Visited: Yes on 8th Feb 2011. My rating: Condition 3 Ambience 5 Access 4
Overton Hill barrow cemetery submitted by Humbucker on 26th Dec 2017. Overton Hill Barrow Cemetery. A fantastically atmospheric place to visit, especially during the winter months when most other visitors tend to stick to Avebury or The Ridgeway itself.
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Log Text: The northernmost tumulus is marked on the horizon by a crown of trees. There is a path off the Ridgeway leading directly to the barrow.
Uig.
Date Added: 15th Dec 2022
Site Type: Standing Stone (Menhir)
Country: Scotland (Isle of Skye)
Visited: Yes on 28th Apr 2010. My rating: Condition 3 Ambience 4 Access 3
Uig. submitted by Andy B on 13th Apr 2010. Standing Stone at Peinsoraig
Overlooking the village of Uig. Captain Fraser's Folly can be seen to the left of the stone, with Uig Free Church and Uig Hotel in centre of picture.
Copyright Dave Fergusson and licensed for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence.
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Log Text: I was so focused on the admittedly impressive standing stone that I failed to notice the low cairn, known as Clach Ard according to Canmore ID 11196 c. 5 yards to the S of Uig Standing Stone.
Boskednan stone circle
Date Added: 14th Dec 2022
Site Type: Stone Circle
Country: England (Cornwall)
Visited: Yes on 15th Oct 2013. My rating: Condition 3 Ambience 5 Access 2
Boskednan stone circle submitted by JimChampion on 22nd Aug 2005. The portal stones illuminated by the last rays of the setting sun. The tallest one (on the left) has a diagonal groove present on this and the opposite side. The holes that the restored stones were raised from have been covered with pegged down foliage, presumably to encourage regrowth on the bare earth.
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Log Text: Boskednan stone circle's isolated location and the impressive height of the stones amplify the gravitas of this monument.
Nine Ladies
Date Added: 14th Dec 2022
Site Type: Stone Circle
Country: England (Derbyshire)
Visited: Yes on 22nd Jan 2009. My rating: Condition 3 Ambience 3
Nine Ladies submitted by Infinite_Fate on 31st Dec 2005. Looking North one November day showing banking (or, the Ladies' skirts).
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Log Text: I was somewhat underwhelmed by the Nine Ladies of Stanton Moor. The scale of the circle was smaller than I expected.
Nine Stones (Altarnun)
Date Added: 14th Dec 2022
Site Type: Stone Circle
Country: England (Cornwall)
Visited: Yes on 11th Apr 2018. My rating: Condition 3 Ambience 5 Access 3
Nine Stones (Altarnun) submitted by stonedowser on 1st Feb 2002. The circle at Altarnun is right out on the open moor and there is an excellent cairn circle not too far away, (if you can find it). As far as dowsing goes it is quite straightforward
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Log Text: The flatness of the moor and the splendid isolation of Nine Stones (Altarnun) enhance this stone circle. One of the best sites in Cornwall!
Knockdolian
Date Added: 10th Dec 2022
Site Type: Cairn
Country: Scotland (South Ayrshire)
Visited: Yes on 7th Dec 2022. My rating: Condition 3 Ambience 4 Access 3
Knockdolian submitted by markj99 on 10th Dec 2022. Knockdolian Summit viewed from E.
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Log Text: The location of Knockdalian Cairn on the summit provides amazing views all round as a bonus.
Haggstone Moor Standing Stone
Date Added: 10th Dec 2022
Site Type: Standing Stone (Menhir)
Country: Scotland (South Ayrshire)
Visited: Yes on 8th Dec 2022. My rating: Condition 3 Ambience 4 Access 3
Haggstone Moor Standing Stone submitted by markj99 on 9th Dec 2022. Location of Haggstone Moor Standing Stone viewed from SE.
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Log Text: Glen App Wind Farm prohibits unauthorised vehicle access but allows access on foot, bike or horse. I had left my horse and bike at home, so I had to walk up the private road to NX 065 726. Expecting that the stone was recumbent, I rummaged through the rough grass and tree stumps. Unexpectedly, I found a horizontal stone at the base of a tree on NW side of the road. Moor Standing Stone may seem to be somewhat underwhelming, but I regard finding a recumbent stone at the given Grid Reference as a successful outcome.
Haggstone Moor Cairn
Date Added: 10th Dec 2022
Site Type: Cairn
Country: Scotland (South Ayrshire)
Visited: Yes on 7th Dec 2022. My rating: Condition 2 Ambience 4 Access 4
Haggstone Moor Cairn submitted by markj99 on 9th Dec 2022. SW Arc viewed from Centre of Haggstone Moor Kerb Cairn.
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Log Text: Haggstone Moor Cairn is now more accessible thanks to the construction of Glen App Wind Farm. It's possible to park up at NX 06030 73112 on a section of Stranraer Coastal Path, avoiding a longer walk. The cairn is in a field adjacent to the SCP c. 0.5 miles W from here.
Garleffin
Date Added: 10th Dec 2022
Site Type: Stone Row / Alignment
Country: Scotland (South Ayrshire)
Visited: Yes on 15th Sep 2012. My rating: Condition 1 Ambience 3 Access 5
Garleffin submitted by markj99 on 21st Jun 2019. Garleffin Stone in front garden.
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Log Text: Canmore ID 60935 relates the sadly familiar tale of a megalithic site destroyed by modern farming. Only 2 of the original stones remain in the garden of a bungalow called Druidslea, probably named after the stones. The standing stone in the front garden is allegedly in its original position but the second standing stone was moved to the back garden in 1991. Garleffin stones are like caged tigers in a zoo: they shouldn't be subjected to such indignity.
Arnsheen N
Date Added: 9th Dec 2022
Site Type: Cairn
Country: Scotland (South Ayrshire)
Visited: Yes on 5th Dec 2022. My rating: Condition 2 Ambience 4 Access 3
Arnsheen N submitted by markj99 on 8th Dec 2022. Arnsheen N Cairn viewed from N.
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Log Text: Arnsheen Cairns are located c. 250 yards SW of a lay-by at NX 27713 77179 on the B7027 Barrhill road. They are easy to access via forest rides which are boggy but manageable. See directions on main page for details.
Arnsheen S
Date Added: 9th Dec 2022
Site Type: Cairn
Country: Scotland (South Ayrshire)
Visited: Yes on 5th Dec 2022. My rating: Condition 2 Ambience 4 Access 3
Arnsheen S submitted by markj99 on 8th Dec 2022. Arnsheen S Cairn viewed from N.
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Log Text: Arnsheen Cairns are located c. 250 yards SW of a lay-by at NX 27713 77179 on the B7027 Barrhill road. They are easy to access via forest rides which are boggy but manageable. See directions on main page for details.
Cruise Back Fell
Date Added: 3rd Dec 2022
Site Type: Hillfort
Country: Scotland (Dumfries and Galloway)
Visited: Yes on 27th Nov 2022. My rating: Condition 2 Ambience 5 Access 3
Cruise Back Fell submitted by markj99 on 29th Nov 2022. N Enclosure of Cruise Back Fell Fort viewed from N.
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Log Text: Cairn Back Fell Fort can't be seen from the New Luce road. The knoll is a feature viewable from the Southern Upland Way. The fort is a hidden gem, rarely visited by antiquarians.
Littlepark
Date Added: 3rd Dec 2022
Site Type: Cairn
Country: Scotland (Dumfries and Galloway)
Visited: Yes on 27th Nov 2022. My rating: Condition 2 Ambience 4 Access 3
Littlepark submitted by markj99 on 29th Nov 2022. E-W Axis of Littlepark Cairnviewed from E.
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Log Text: Littlepark Cairn stands out as a stony mound in a flat field adjacent to moorland.
St Katherine's Well (Glenluce)
Date Added: 28th Nov 2022
Site Type: Holy Well or Sacred Spring
Country: Scotland (Dumfries and Galloway)
Visited: Yes on 28th Nov 2022. My rating: Condition 3 Ambience 3 Access 4
St Katherine's Well (Glenluce) submitted by markj99 on 28th Nov 2022. St Katherine's Well viewed from WSW.
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Log Text: St Katherine's Well (Glenluce) survives as a pool of water on the edge of the New Luce road opposite Glenluce Abbey. The stone dome is covered in briars and ivy.
Dun Hiader
Date Added: 26th Nov 2022
Site Type: Stone Fort or Dun
Country: Scotland (Isle of Tiree)
Visited: Yes on 27th Aug 2018. My rating: Condition 2 Ambience 4 Access 4
Dun Hiader submitted by markj99 on 6th Sep 2018. Site in Isle of Tiree Scotland
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Log Text: The stone remains on Dun Hiader are difficult to interpret but, there is no doubt that the steep-sided dun would provide an excellent defensive location.
Dun Heanish
Date Added: 26th Nov 2022
Site Type: Stone Fort or Dun
Country: Scotland (Isle of Tiree)
Visited: Yes on 29th Aug 2018. My rating: Condition 1 Ambience 4 Access 4
Dun Heanish submitted by markj99 on 10th Sep 2018. Approaching Dun Heanish from W
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Log Text: There are scant stone remains on Dun Heanish, however the defensive qualities of the mound are obvious.