WalkHidden gem

The Cheesewring

Minions, South West England

A stack of balanced granite slabs on a granite quarry hillside.

Cost
Free
Time to allow
60 min

The Cheesewring is a natural pile of granite rocks balanced like a stack of plates, on Stowe's Hill above old quarry workings. The walk from Minions is short and easy. Look for pit remains and the Hurlers circles nearby.

Good to know

  • Short walk with a steep final climb
  • Pair with the Hurlers circle
Best time
Late afternoon
Open
All year
Getting there
Car park in Minions village
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

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