Local Legends
Longstone of Minchinhampton
Minchinhampton, United Kingdom
The Longstone of Minchinhampton (grid reference ST884998) is a standing stone on Minchinhampton Common, Minchinhampton in Gloucestershire, England. The stone is clearly visible in a field accessible via the southeast road out of the village. The stone is 7.5 feet (2.3 m) high, made of limestone and has natural holes in it. Tradition suggests that passing infants through one of the holes will cure them of illnesses such as measles or whooping cough.
- Category
- Local Legends
- Location
- Minchinhampton, United Kingdom
- Coordinates
- 51.69790, -2.17002
- How to get there
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- Wikidata
- Q15242817
What is Longstone of Minchinhampton?
Longstone of Minchinhampton is a Local Legends place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Gatcombe Park, Old Lodge Inn, Frome Banks, Stroud Subscription Rooms.
Where is Longstone of Minchinhampton?
Longstone of Minchinhampton is in Minchinhampton, United Kingdom. Coordinates: 51.69790, -2.17002.
How do I get to Longstone of Minchinhampton?
Longstone of Minchinhampton is at Minchinhampton, United Kingdom (51.69790, -2.17002). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.