This outing had so many things to see for such a short walk. Full of stones named and unnamed, which makes this gentle stroll very interesting especially for young minds. We started by slipping behind the Druids Inn to look at Rowter Rocks, an outcrop which was once a religious meeting place, complete with seats carved in the rock. Care needs to be taken here as there are some nasty drops and no warning signs or barriers. The walk itself takes you past the Cork Stone, Nine Ladies stone circle and the Cat Stone to name only three of the features. The name for the Nine Ladies comes from a tale about nine maidens caught dancing on a Sunday and turned to stone for their sin. The single stone nearby is said to be the fiddler.  It is peaceful setting attracting all types of visitor, from picnickers to those a sandwich short, who believe in hugging trees and stones. Each to there own. Overall the route is easy to follow until the last half mile which was a little vague and required some careful map reading to pick our way through the farm land. We completed the walk in time for a late lunch in the pub while watching Ireland lose on penalties in the world cup. 

The view from Rowter Rocks

This is the Cork Stone

Which came with handles, so I couldn't resist going up to the top.

The Nine Ladies and not far away the fiddler stone. It took two photos and some editing to get these girls alone.

This reform tower was put up in honour of Earl Grey

The Cat Stone with early example of graffiti. If you know what it means do let me know.