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The Lanthorn of Demosthenes (The Dark Lantern)

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The Lanthorn of Demosthenes (The Dark Lantern)

Recommended by 18 hikers out of 19

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Cannock Chase National Landscape

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    Best Hikes to The Lanthorn of Demosthenes (The Dark Lantern)

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    1. Shugborough Estate loop – Cannock Chase

    5.60km

    01:27

    30m

    30m

    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

    Moderate

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

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    September 6, 2023

    This is The Lanthorn of Demosthenes, sometimes called “The Dark Lantern”, designed by James “Athenian” Stuart, and was the last of the Shugborough structures he contributed.

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      Location: Tixall, Stafford, Staffordshire, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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