
What is recorded here
Nichol Chair is a coastal rock feature composed of Carboniferous limestone, formed around 340–320 million years ago through the accumulation of marine sediments. It is notable as a named landmark on historical maps of Westmorland and Furness, reflecting its local recognition and potential use as a navigational or geographical reference.
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Photo: Peter McDermott · CC BY-SA 2.0