Zennor Quoit is a ruined megalithic burial chamber or dolmen, located on a moor about a mile (1.6 km) east of the village of Zennor, Cornwall. It dates to 2500–1500 BC. Aside from the 12.5-tonne roof, which collapsed some time between 1770 and 1865, the chamber is in good condition.

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Founded: 2500-1500 BCE
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in United Kingdom

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Schokominza Goldspatz (2 years ago)
This is something for true adventurers. If you follow Google maps directions, you will get on a tiny path (only drive it if you are comfortable with reverse driving since it’s too narrow for two cars to pass, and it’s a long path). You will end on a farm and I think it’s private land, so I am not sure if parking is officially allowed. From there you must walk the road you came from back and watch out for a tiny hidden stone on the ground showing you a hidden path onto the mountain. You’ll first pass zennor rocks and then after hiking further, you’ll see zennor quoit. The landscape is fantastic, but we would not have found it without the help of locals passing by. The “hike” takes approx 20-40 mins if you are fit. I would not recommend for people with walking issues since it’s too narrow and overgrown.
Gyp Mckarthy (2 years ago)
Fab remote location, fine walks up from Zennor too? happy days
KevP6345 (3 years ago)
Lovely old English village. Great cream teas too❤️
Trish Kilmurray (3 years ago)
Such a peaceful quiet place. Wear trousers as the bracken is sharp. Well worth the walk. All you can hear are birds and bees.
Ian Chamberlain (7 years ago)
Some people wonder why people get of the open top bus at Zennor.Some do it to explore the cliffs.I am one of those people who know the secret.If you walk in to St Ives look to your right and the rocks on the top of the hill,then 2 chimneys.Known locally as top buttermilk hill,it's worth a visit.
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