The sand dunes of St Ouen’s Bay are recognised as among Europe’s most important sand dunes. Les Blanches Banques, as they are called, are designated as a site of special …

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The Ossuary (Burial Chamber):
This Chalcolithic rectangular cist grave (2850-2250BC) was excavated in 1923 and partially reconstructed in 1972. It contained the disarticulated remains of around twenty individuals. The human remains consisted mainly of skulls and long bones which suggests that the site was a repository for bodies that had been exposed and de-fleshed elsewhere. Two decorated pots called Jersey Bowls were found in the grave.

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June 21, 2019

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In addition to this Burial Chamber there are a total of >>> 3 Standing Stones (Menhirs) <<< in these dunes! Have fun finding them! 😉

The three menhirs or standing stones are: the Broken Menhir and Little Menhir close to the Ossuary and the Great Menhir on rising ground 350 metres to the south (2850-1500BC) They were all excavated and restored during the 1920s. It is not known whether these stones had a ritual use or whether their function was entirely practical, perhaps as boundary markers. Source: jerseyheritage.org

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Les Blanches Banques Standing Stones and Burial Chamber

1. Grosnez Castle Ruins – Plémont Bay loop from Jersey Airport

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