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Devil's Chair (Stiperstones)

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Devil's Chair (Stiperstones)

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    Location: Ratlinghope, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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    December 11, 2018

    Hiking

    The Devil's Chair is the most imposing of the rocky outcrops on the Stiperstones and boasts spectacular views. Legend has it that the Devil was carrying stones in his apron to fill in the valley on the other side of the Stiperstones, known as Hell's Gutter. During his journey from Ireland, the Devil stopped at this spot for a rest. As he got up after the rest, his apron strings snapped and the rocks tumbled out. Instead of picking them up, the Devil left the rocks scattered all over the ridge.

    September 10, 2020

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    The Stiperstones is a distinctive hill in the county of Shropshire, England. The quartzite rock of the ridge formed some 480 million years ago. During the last Ice Age, Stiperstones …

    May 17, 2021

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    Far west of the Shropshire hills and probably the quieter of the bunch, ensure to climb to the trig point to officially bag this peak. 🏔

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    1. The Stiperstones loop — Shropshire Hills

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Elevation 510 m

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