Archaeology appeal over Dartmoor puzzle

DARTMOOR National Park is asking for help in solving the mystery of a double stone row on South Dartmoor.

- KATIE TIMMS

Archaeologist Andy Crabb is hoping that people can help him with his investigations into Piles Hill double stone row, and whether the stones once stood upright. He is particularly keen to see any old photos, pictures, or sketches.

The project is a partnership between Dartmoor National Park Authority, Historic England and the National Lottery Heritage Fund-funded ‘Our Upland Commons’, which aims to increase understanding of upland commons on Dartmoor and other areas.

Piles Hill double stone row stands on the ridge of Harford and Ugborough commons. The alignment curves gently from east to west for around 850 metres and contains more than 40 visible stones, all of which are fallen or leaning, with further examples hidden in vegetation.