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Castlerigg Stone Circle

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St John'S Castlerigg And Wythburn

Castlerigg Stone Circle

Castlerigg Stone Circle

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This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Lake District National Park

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    1. Castlehead & Castlerigg Stone Circle loop from Keswick — Lake District National Park

    8.68km

    02:29

    210m

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    November 8, 2018

    The actual purpose of these megalithic standing stones is hotly debated, with many theories being thrown out. There are 38 of them (but do try counting), and some of them are 10 feet (3m) tall. The origins go back some 4,000 to 5,000 years and it was classified as a protected site way back in 1888. Now it belongs to the National Trust but fortunately it is still free to visit.



    There's a 360-degree view from the site so definitely worth admiring.



    (Please take your rubbish home with you!)

      August 10, 2021

      Lovely stone circle which is over 4500 years old

        June 3, 2025

        Prehistoric monument, there are lot's of people and sometimes sheep around.

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          Location: St John'S Castlerigg And Wythburn, Allerdale, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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