What is recorded here
Dinosaur Rock is a prominent coastal or riverine rock formation, likely composed of sandstone or gritstone, typical of the Carboniferous or Permian periods in the region. Its name suggests a historical or local legend involving prehistoric creatures, though the rock itself formed around 300–250 million years ago through sedimentary processes; it is notable for its distinctive shape or cultural significance in local folklore.
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Places near here
Boxing Glove stonesNamed rock · 480 yd
Frozen waterfall, Nether Red BrookWaterfall · 553 yd
The EdgeCliff · 645 yd
Natural Rock SculpturePublic sculpture · 830 yd
Kinder DownfallWaterfall · 947 yd
Memorial to Flying Officer James Desmond HorneMemorial · 1013 yd
Pennine Way CrossroadsVisitor information · 1.0 mi
Mill HillMountain / peak · 1.3 mi
Moss CastleMountain / peak · 1.3 mi
Ken’s PlaceMemorial · 1.5 mi
Upper HouseListed building · 1.6 mi
Kinderlow bowl barrowScheduled monument · 2.0 mi