Amazing nineteenth century folly.Styled after stone circles and well known prehistoric monuments such as Stonehenge.

The Druids Temple was built to alleviate local unemployment, allowing William Danby, a wealthy landowner of the time to pay workers a shilling a day for their labour.

At less than 200 years old, it is nonetheless an atmospheric and intriguing location.

Despite its origin being common knowledge, myths and rumours of mystic practices have sprung up over its lifetime with tales of Devil worship and harrowing frights experienced by those who have spent the night. It's a bit spooky even in daylight hours!

Jacqui 👣🌏

June 10, 2024

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the drive to the temple was well worth it. You will find a cafe, and family area, before a short walk up to the temple.
the set up of the rock formations is mind blowing, but very interesting.
a big tick for me to visit again.

The Wandering Fiona

May 22, 2022

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A quirky folly which is not a druid’s temple. It was built by the landowner during a time of hardship for the people of the village to give them some work to earn money.

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Location: Ilton-Cum-Pott, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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