Kingston Russell stone circle

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Kingston Russell stone circle is one of five stone circles the Albion Guide lists in Dorset. It sits within Dorset National Landscape National Landscape. For arrivals by rail, Upwey Station is 10.4 km to the south-east. The Grey Mare and Hampton stone circle are among the ancient sites within 2.3 km.

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Full name: The Kingston Russell stone circle 750m north east of Gorwell Farm

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