 Trethevy Quoit is a well-preserved megalithic tomb known locally as "The Giant's House." It is almost nine feet tall and consists of five standing stones capped by a large slab. The capstone is 12 feet long and, in its half-fallen state, 15 feet high. A curious round hole has been drilled through the top corner of the capstone.
It is estimated that the structure was constructed in the early and middle Neolithic period between the years 3700 and 3300 B.C. It is managed and cared for by the Cornwall Heritage Trust for English Heritage.
About Trethevy Quoit
Cornwall's Archaeological Heritage: Trethevy Quoit
Megalithic Portal: Trethevy Quoit
Stone Pages: Trethevy Quoit
Modern Antiquarian: Trethevy Quoit
Wikipedia: Trethevy Quoit
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Journey to Trethevy Quoit
Trethevy Quoit is located one mile northeast of the village of St. Cleer off the B3254 in the eastern part of Cornwall. It is well signposted from a small lay-by car park in a small hamlet between the villages of Darite and Tremar.
Ordnance Survey Map (SX2586268875)
Visitors Information
Visitors information for Trethevy Quoit may be found at the Cornwall's Archaeological Heritage website. General Cornwall tourist information may be found at the Visit Cornwall website.
Additional Photos of Trethevy Quoit
Road Sign for Trethevy Quoit
Descriptive Sign for Trethevy Quoit
Approaching Trethevy Quoit
Trethevy Quoit
Trethevy Quoit
Trethevy Quoit is Located Behind a Row of Houses
The Large Capstone and Interior of Trethevy Quoit
Interior View of Trethevy Quoit
Interior View of Trethevy Quoit
Hole in Capstone of Trethevy Quoit
Descriptive Sign for St. Cleer Parish Sites Near Trethevy Quoit
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