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Hanging Stone

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Hanging Stone
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Hanging Stone is a coastal rock feature likely composed of Carboniferous limestone or similar sedimentary rock, formed around 340–300 million years ago through the accumulation of marine sediments. Its notable name and depiction on historical maps suggest it may have had local significance, possibly as a landmark or site of historical activity.

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Photo: Stephen McCulloch · CC BY-SA 2.0