What is recorded here
Western Beacon reaches an elevation of approximately 410 meters and is part of the Dartmoor granite upland, a prominent feature of the South Hams landscape. It is historically significant as a navigational landmark and is associated with local folklore involving ancient Celtic rituals.
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Places near here
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Weatherdon HillMountain / peak · 1435 yd
LukeslandListed building · 1445 yd
Lukesland GardensHeritage attraction · 1515 yd
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Stowford HouseListed building · 1616 yd
Erme WoodWood · 1.0 mi
Hangershell RockNamed rock · 1.1 mi
Small waterfall on the ErmeWaterfall · 1.1 miOther information
Photo: Chris Andrews · CC BY-SA 2.0