The Sittaford Stone Circle was discovered in 2007 but funds have only recently been available for it to be fully investigated. Radio-carbon testing shows that the stones fell about 4,000 years ago, but could be much older and is therefore of a similar age to stonehenge.
It is the first stone circle to be investigated on Dartmoor in 100 years. It is the highest in southern England at an altitude of 525m and is the second largest stone circle on Dartmoor, measuring 38.2m in diameter. The circle consists of 30 stones, all of which are lying down with several many feet below the level of the ground. The peat and turf has been removed from above them, but they are now covered in dark peaty water.
If approaching from the East or South East you will need to cross a substantial stone wall which is in current use. Please do NOT climb this wall and only cross at Sittaford Tor or using the 2 ladders stiles I have given waypoints for.
The weather on Dartmoor can change suddenly and unexpectedly and ALL types of weather conditions can be experienced. Please ensure that you have the correct clothing and map & compass (and know how to use them). Please do NOT rely solely on your GPS.
I would like to thank the Dartmoor National Park Authority for their kind permission to place this cache, which has been placed according to the new geocaching guidelines.