Le Pinacle
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Location | Saint Ouen, Jersey |
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Region | Channel Islands |
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History | |
Periods | Neolithic–Roman |
Site notes | |
Public access | Yes |
Website | Megalithic Portal |
Le Pinacle is a protruding pinnacle of rock, at the coastal edge of a Les Landes in the north-west of Jersey,[1] with remains and ruins at its base dating from five periods including the Neolithic and Chalcolithic periods, the Bronze Age, and the Iron Age. There is also evidence of a rectangular Gallo-Roman temple.[2]
Dolerite
The dolerite stratum has been mined, and used to make axe heads during the Neolithic period and Bronze Age.[3]
Megalith
The megalithic rock is a natural formation, and a prominent landmark which can be seen from St Ouen's bay.
See also
References
- ↑ Ordnance survey map of part of Cueillette de Vinchelez , St Ouen including the rifle range, model aircraft airfield, Le Beau Vallet and Le Pinacle, plan no 3/6
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External links
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