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Natural Monuments

South West England

Stanton Drew Stone Circles and Cove

Natural Monuments

South West England

Stanton Drew Stone Circles and Cove

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Stanton Drew Stone Circles and Cove

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Location: Stanton Drew, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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August 31, 2020

Hiking

Stanton Drew Stone Circle is a breathtaking ancient monument next to the River Chew. Composed of three separate circles, it is the third largest complex of standing stones in England and was built roughly 4,500 years ago. Stanton Drew is not as visited as the more famous examples at Avebury and Stonehenge, meaning you can enjoy the landmark in relative solitude. The stone circles are in the care of English Heritage. For more information, visit: english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/stanton-drew-circles-and-cove.

September 17, 2023

Hiking

This is the third-largest complex of pre-historic standing stones in England. The 26 remaining standing stones are all that remains of the probably ceremonial stone circle constructed in the Neolithic period around 2500 BCE.

Today the area is looked after by English Heritage and free to enter.

June 18, 2021

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Three Peaks Walk: Stanton Drew and Pensford Loop

17.5km

04:40

190m

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Hike the 10.9-mile Three Peaks Walk: Stanton Drew and Pensford Loop, a moderate route past ancient stone circles and a majestic viaduct.

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North Wick & Stanton Drew loop from Chew Magna

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100m

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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Pensford Viaduct – Pensford Viaduct loop from Pensford

7.75km

02:04

80m

80m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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Location: Stanton Drew, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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