Comments please

Bellflask Stone Row 1

BrigantesNation Sep 6, 2003 21:44:23

Given my attachment to the area, it is not likely that I would say anything else but this is a stone alignment. The map is the only evidence I have got. Does this look significant?

Earthstepper Sep 7, 2003 09:45:40

Replying to BrigantesNation

Given the proximity to the henges and the evidence of the map makes a strong case. I would question your interpretation of Belflask though. You may be right, but dictionaries of place names generally interpret " Bel" as being Norman-French for "beautiful". Can also be associated with "bull" and very often with a landowning family - "Bell". Placenames are a real minefield! I suggest you check appropriate volume of English Place Name Society in your local library.

Good luck with your campaign - I've already signed the petition. Bloody disgrace!!

baza Sep 7, 2003 12:13:28

Replying to BrigantesNation

Unfortunately, I think that `stone`s marked on the map is not sufficient evidence of a row, especially as they are not in a straight line.

You`d need to cite a written reference to them to convince anyone that a row existed there.

I had a look on www.old-maps.co.uk and their map from 1856AD has no stones identified north of the river, but three marked to the south of the river.

baz

Earthstepper Sep 7, 2003 13:56:19

Replying to BrigantesNation

Try looking at the mid 19th centurymap at http://www.old-maps.co.uk/oldmaps/large_ind.jsp It shows the henges before desecration. By navigating, you may find your stones.

BlueGloves Sep 7, 2003 20:30:26

Replying to BrigantesNation

The five most northerly stones shown, on this map extract, loosely form a circular structure. As it's on a bend in the river this would fit in nicely. Sadly there'll be little to be seen from the air and only geophysics or dowsing will produce more clues. (Put me on the ground there and I'd find something or other).

The two sites I've visited today have too many stones - all jumbled up !