Castlerigg Stone Circle, a photo from Cumbria, England

Photographer's Note

Hello Everyone,

Last time, I posted a photograph which gave the impression of an ancient, stone circle so today, I am showing the real thing.
This is a section of Castlerigg Stone Circle, near Keswick.

Please click here to see the larger version.

I went to see it with a group of dedicated TE friends, just before twilight. The clouds were beginning to descend they added to the mystique of the setting.

Castlerigg Stone Circle stands on a superb natural plateau commanding a 360 degree view over the surrounding fells. It is composed of 38 free standing stones, some up to 3 metres (10 feet) high. It is one of Britain's earliest stone circles dating back to the Neolithic period 4000 to 5000 years ago.

It is certainly a hauntingly beautiful and atmospheric place.

I will post a second photograph, as a workshop, here showing a little more of the circle.

I hope you are staying safe, Bev :-)

Fis2, jhm, ikeharel, tyro, tyro, sacimar has marked this note useful

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holmertz (103660) 2020-04-02 4:24

Hello Bev,
These stone circles are so fascinating because we don't really know (do we?) what they were used for or how people in those days managed to build them. We get a better impression of the actual circle in the WS, but the sheep are such a fine bonus to this photo that it deserves being the main upload. The colours are a bit punchier too in this photo.
Kind regards,
Gert

emka (158900) 2020-04-02 4:54

Hello Bev, The Castleridge Stone Circle was another site we visited during the first UK TE meeting. My version is here:
https://www.trekearth.com/gallery/Europe/United_Kingdom/England/Cumbria/Keswick/photo1300930.htm.

Fantastic place. I like your presentation with the sheep grazing. Will be possible another TE meeting? Let's hope.
Stay safe

MAlgo

Fis2 (171991) 2020-04-02 4:55

Witaj Bev!
A very interesting place.
Fragment of stone circle makes impression.
The stones are impressive.
Good framing and colors.
Well done.
Nice afternoon.
Krzysztof

jhm (211738) 2020-04-02 5:50

Hello Bev,

The big stones are indeed the real eyes catchers.
Mountain in background care a soft contrast
Nice picture, also perfect done.
Sharp and clear, nice done. TFS.

Friend, keep safe,
John.

everlasting (20002) 2020-04-02 6:33

Although we see more of the circle in th WS I am glad you have chosen this as th main. The sheep and rollings hills in the background make a nicer, softer image.

ikeharel (114659) 2020-04-02 7:15

Hello Beverley,
The sheep on the green provide a nice backdrop to the ancient monument of a stones-circle.
We see only part of it, and another part on the WS which has a better light upon.
This might be a constant reminder of ancient life there. Worth a visit.
Good afternoon,
ike

jmdias (116547) 2020-04-02 9:47

bev

nice view of this ancient monument.I liked the place where it is located with a nice view of the pasture, the cattle and the hills ahead. those I saw in portugal were similar with huge stone tables.

take care

jorge

tyro (30513) 2020-04-02 10:05

Hello Bev,

A fine view of part of this famous stone circle, and how nice that you visited it during that lovely weekend with Viviane and Chris in 2016. Unfortunately I didn't manage to accompany you on that occasion though I was fortunate enough to visit this place during my first ever TE meeting in June, 2011.

Anyway, this is a very fine photograph, showing some of the stones in fine detail while your workshop image gives us a wider view. I very much like your background of distant hills shrouded in cloud while the random sheep are a pleasant inclusion.

Lovely soft light and natural colours.

Lovely!

Kind Regards,

John.

GyurMaster (25045) 2020-04-02 11:41

Dear Beverley,

Another nice shot from the English country-side. Have you ever considered how they decided to build these Henges? Anyhow, I recommend you this song of the Norwegian band Ylvis:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbyzgeee2mg

:)

Have a nice evening and keep safe!
Gy.

Miguel82 (47110) 2020-04-02 12:39

Beverley, that stone circle had a mystic or religious meaning centuries ago. It becomes a tourist attraction nowadays. It is located in a meadow where sheeps are grazing peacefully. Fine colors, good sharpness, interesting photo note, regards.

Tue (93504) 2020-04-02 13:36

Hello Beverley,
An excellent photo of this ancient stone circle, which has got a mysterious touch to it, also because of the low-hanging clouds over the mountains in the distance. The sheep, on the other hand, scattered around the field, create a very peaceful mood. Very well captured and composed.
Lars

lousat (140026) 2020-04-02 13:46

Hi Bez,always stones like in your last pic,but this time we can see important witness of the past,i like the composition very sharp despite the dark light and the sheeps in background too. Have a nice evening and thanks,Luciano

Nicou (193814) 2020-04-02 21:56

Hello

avec les petits moutons blancs en fond quelle vue et iamge quelle pierre de dolmen superbe forme et image dans ce prés vert et ce ciel gris fantastique
Bravo et amitié
Nciou

ifege (49505) 2020-04-02 23:05

Hi Bev
Definitely part of a stone circle this time and very atmospheric at that time of day. The sheep help provide scale.
cheers
Ian

Silvio1953 (222991) 2020-04-03 0:49

Ciao cara Bev, lovely composition with interesting ancient circle, wonderful colors, splendid light, fine details and excellent clarity, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio

sacimar (38173) 2020-04-03 9:21

Hello Bev,

good image of this circle of stones, I like the composition with the sheeps in the back, I also like the complementary photo with a different perspective of the place, well seen,

Best regards,

Sergio