 The site that is commonly called King Doniert's Stone is actually two different stones: the King Doniert Stone and the Other Half Stone. The two stones are parts of early medieval crosses, perhaps of a late 9th Century date.
The King Doniert Stone is the shorter of the two stones. It is a decorated pedestal for a large memorial cross and is panelled on all four sides. Three sides of the stone are carved with interlace patterns while the fourth is cut with an inscription bearing the name of the last recorded Cornish King. The second stone on the site, the taller one, is known as the Other Half Stone. It is a decorated cross-shaft. The decorated panel on the front is an eight cord plait.
It is managed and cared for by the Cornwall Heritage Trust for English Heritage.
About King Doniert's Stone and the Other Half Stone
Cornwall's Archaeological Heritage: Doniert Stone
Megalithic Portal: King Doniert's Stone
Wikipedia: King Doniert's Stone
Journey to King Doniert's Stone and the Other Half Stone
The two stones at this site are in an enclosure one mile northwest of the village of St. Cleer off the B3254 in the eastern portion of Cornwall in southwest England. A small layby allows easy parking beside the road.
Ordnance Survey Map (SX2354168912)
Visitors Information
Visitors information for King Doniert's Stone and the Other Half Stone may be found at the English Heritage website. General Cornwall tourist information may be found at the Visit Cornwall website.
Additional Photos of King Doniert's Stone and the Other Half Stone
Road Sign for King Doniert's Stone (and the Other Half Stone)
Descriptive Sign for King Doniert's Stone and the Other Half Stone
Approaching the King Doniert's Stone and the Other Half Stone
King Doniert's Stone and the Other Half Stone
The Other Half Stone Near King Doniert's Stone
King Doniert's Stone
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