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Burial mounds & barrows · South West England

Roosthitchen Cairn

Roosthitchen Cairn — a burial mound in england-south-west, United Kingdom.

Entrance drive, Pinkery Youth Hostel - geograph.org.uk - 3675613

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Typical visit
30 min–1 h

About

Roosthitchen Cairn is a burial mound located in england-south-west, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Place summary

Roosthitchen Cairn is a burial mound located in South-West England. This archaeological site dates back to prehistoric times and is notable for its historical significance in understanding ancient burial practices.

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Coordinates
51.1464, -3.8285

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Roosthitchen Cairn?
Roosthitchen Cairn is in South West England, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 51.1464°, -3.8285°.