Circles of Stone field guide
Boscawen-un
Cornwall, England
Before you go
Use the signed approach from the A30 and follow the path across fields. Parking is extremely limited to a small safe verge or lay-by: never enter or block the farm access. The path can be muddy and includes stiles.
- Grid reference
- SW 412 274
- Monument coordinates
- 50.08980, -5.61930
Pack and plan
- Charged phone and a paper map or saved offline map
- Water, layers and footwear suited to the terrain
- Current weather, daylight and access information checked
- Someone told where you are going on remote walks
What you are looking for
An intimate West Penwith circle of nineteen stones surrounding a striking leaning pillar.
The elliptical ring measures roughly 25 by 22 metres. Eighteen granite stones and one conspicuous quartz block surround a 2.4-metre central pillar leaning to the north-east. A possible prehistoric axe carving has been identified on the central stone, although it can be difficult to see.
Field notes
Weather and light: ______________________________________________
First feature spotted: ___________________________________________
Something the map did not show: _________________________________
Walk gently
- Check current access and weather before setting out.
- Keep dogs under close control around livestock.
- Do not climb, move stones, light fires or leave offerings.
- Take all litter home and protect fragile ground.
If something goes wrong
In an emergency call 999 or 112. Give the grid reference or coordinates above, describe your approach route, and do not put yourself at further risk.