I always try to ask permission before entering private land, especially if it is obvious where one should ask permission.

I have never been refused when having asked.

Ironically, the only bother I have had online is from a place where permission was given freely on a sign to visit a location; but because I had taken, and posted a photo of the monument without seeking the permission of the landowner to photograph it, I received a rather tense e-mail. The sign adjacent parking for the monument never said anything about seeking permission to photograph the monument.

If I ever have any comeback on locations I have visited without successfully gaining permission first, then I will take action to propitiate anyone feeling aggrieved. I like a peaceful life, and as far as it depends on me, like to keep it so as much as possible.

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Anyway, the point of my posting this thread is to aid (hopefully) further interpretation, understanding, and discussion of the monument - though I agree access and permission are important aspects thereof!

:o)

cheers

Tim