Which is the longest/largest recumbent stone in the UK?

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spencer Feb 17, 2017 11:13:30
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Have just Googled for 'longest recumbent stone' and, in context of Scottish stone circles, the answer would appear to be Kirkton of Bourtie. According to TMA. Would'nt mind a look myself.

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drewbhoy Feb 17, 2017 11:25:04
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spencer wrote:
Have just Googled for 'longest recumbent stone' and, in context of Scottish stone circles, the answer would appear to be Kirkton of Bourtie. According to TMA. Would'nt mind a look myself.
Yup about 20cm longer and set with fantastic views to Bennachie and Tap O Noth etc etc. Barra Hillfort is next door. But for sheer size Old Keig is stunning. You should visit both.

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tiompan Feb 17, 2017 12:58:58
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Burl has Bourtie at 5.2 m and describes it as the longest ,which has been oft repeated but Welfare has it at 4.9 m and Old Keig at 5.45m .
I'd plump for Welfare , he spent a lot of time on that book to the annoyance of many .The resulting detail and content is unlikely to be surpassed for generations ,if ever.