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These two lovely stones are in the middle of a field, and would have commanded a fabulous view across Ynys M̫n when first created. Reminded me of nothing more than a gateway or spiritual portal, and I was put in mind of a reference to the rune known as Thurisaz: ' Thurisaz is also held by some to be the gateway rune. It can represent powerful forces available for your use. The decision you have to make - the gateway facing both ways - is how to use them. Thurisaz exhorts you to choose your path and take action before it is too late. Which path will you choose? What force will you employ - attack or defence? This is the problem with Thurisaz- the chaotic element that makes it so dangerous and difficult to deal with.'* Sure was some big gateway stuff going on here. These are a beautifully matching pair of stones Рelegant, poised, subtle. Very other-worldly. I liked 'em. * Quote from www.runes.info This post appears as part of the weblog entry Mackerel and Megaliths
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Posted by treaclechops3rd September 2006ce |
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Blimey Batman! We liked these! Tall, elegant and graceful, this pair of megalithic goalposts stand long after the game is forgotten. Having only just returned from Aberdeendshire, I couldn't help thinking how much like flankers these were, without the recumbent. It's hard to be here and not try to bridge the gap between the stones. What went on in the sacred space? This post appears as part of the weblog entry Holy cow, it's Holy Island
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Posted by Jane31st August 2006ce |
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Visited 2nd August 2003: Penrhos Feilw was the last site we visited on our August Ynys Môn day trip, and by the time we arrived the light was fading. I'd had visions of watching the setting sun from here, but a large cloud bank spoiled the view. Still, it was a good place to be. What beautiful tall things these stones are. They aren't as isolated as most of the photos suggest. There's a farm house nearby, and a static caravan by the gate. There are also far too many telegraph and power cables in the area, tainting the views towards the west. I shouldn't over emphasise these relatively minor intrusions. Penrhos Feilw is well worth a visit. This post appears as part of the weblog entry Ynys Môn Day Trip
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Posted by Kammer25th September 2003ce Edited 26th September 2003ce |
| The view from the stones to Holyhead Mountain is amazing, it would be worth the journey just for that alone. Add to that a pair of great looking thin stones and it's easy to spend hours up there. |
Posted by stubob21st April 2003ce Edited 22nd April 2003ce |
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Penrhos Feilw (circa August 1993) I loved these two enigmatic stones standing in a field just off of the country lane. It was also another site with a steady stream of visitors. It still surprises me to see just how many people are interested in stopping at ancient sites. I particularly remember a couple of bikers having a wander around. |
Posted by pure joy24th November 2002ce Edited 25th November 2002ce |
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It's been a long time since I've visited this site, but my main memories were that is was a shame that no matter what direction you faced, you could see the modern world - farmhouse in one direction, powerlines in the other. I do remember going there one night to try to get a photograph of the stones sillouetted against the stars. Sadly, the photo didn't come out. |
Posted by Stiff 21st November 2002ce |
| A great setting for these two enigmatic standing stones. The view out to sea, and of Snowdonia, is only partially obstructed by the nearby farmhouse. If only the other sites (Trefignath & Ty Mawr) were in such unspoilt locations. As I was leaving the stones four horses, one very young, came from the farmhouse to play. They ran wildly round the stones a few times, jumping and kicking, then finally stopped at the stones to rub against one another. |
Posted by IronMan29th April 2002ce Edited 19th December 2002ce |
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| An unlikely tradition says that this site was once part of a much larger, more complex monument - the two stones standing at the centre of a stone circle, with a burial cist between them. |
Posted by IronMan 3rd July 2002ce |
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