Long Meg and Her Daughters in Penrith, England

With a diameter measuring 340 feet (100 meters), the formation known as “Long Meg and her Daughters” is the second-largest stone circle in England, and the sixth-largest in northwestern Europe. In addition to being one of the largest, it is also thought to be one of the oldest stone circles in England, dating from between the late Neolithic or early Bronze Age period. The titular Long Meg is the tallest of the stones at about 12 feet (3.6 meters). She stands alone, about 80 feet (25 meters) outside the circle, positioned…

This content is for Member members only.
Log In Register