Zennor Quoit

Description

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.

Prehistoric and archaeological sites in United Kingdom All sites in Penwith

Address
Zennor, Penwith, United Kingdom

Established
2500-1500 BCE

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