Archaeological sites · South West England
The Merry Maidens Stone Circle
The Merry Maidens Stone Circle — archaeological in england south west.
Humphrey Bolton — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
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- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
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The Merry Maidens Stone Circle is a archaeological located in england south west. A British archaeological site recorded in OpenStreetMap with at least one heritage quality signal (Wikidata link, Wikipedia article or designated operator).
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Place summary
The Merry Maidens Stone Circle is an archaeological site located in South-West England. This prehistoric stone circle features 19 standing stones arranged in a near-perfect circle, believed to date back to the late Neolithic or early Bronze Age. The site is associated with various local legends and is a notable example of megalithic architecture in the region. Visitors can explore the surrounding landscape, which offers views of the nearby countryside.
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- Coordinates
- 50.0651, -5.5888
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Merry Maidens Stone Circle?
- The Merry Maidens Stone Circle is in South-West England, United Kingdom.
- What is The Merry Maidens Stone Circle?
- The Merry Maidens Stone Circle — archaeological in england south west.
- How do I get to The Merry Maidens Stone Circle?
- Its coordinates are 50.0651°, -5.5888°.