The logan stone ([1844])
William Spreat
| Repository | Library | Shelf |
|---|---|---|
| Devon | West Country Studies | M SC0685 |
Illustration Reference
SC0685
Location
CD 11 DVD 2
Publication Details
Date
[1844]
Place
Scope and Content
Williams, T. H. A guide to the picturesque scenery and antiquities of Devonshire. Exeter: W. C. Pollard, 1830. Third Edition. p.14.Of picturesque scenery, of the highest kind, within sixteen miles of the city, [of Exeter] the upper parts of the river Teign contain many charming spots that would delight the admirer of such objects. [
] go to Holystreet Mill, below Chagford, and ride or walk by the side of the river, crossing the rude bridges, and rambling in every direction, guided by the attractions of wild nature, a transparent stream tumbling over beds of granite, and fine wood scenery. A cromlech, or druidical monument, is in the grounds of Mr. Luke, at Shilston, in the return from Holystreet Mill to the logan rock below Whyddon Park. A guide from the little inn at Sandy Park Gate, would shew the path, over fields, and by the river, to this object, which, indeed, is no more a rocking stone, from the folly of some labourers attempting to overturn it, in which they did not succeed, but destroyed its vibratory motion.[Text may be taken from a different source or edition than that listed as the source by Somers Cocks.]
Format
Lithograph
Dimensions
130x179mm
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Dates
1844