Chun Quoit

Chun Quoit, on outskirts of Chun Downs, is a formation of rocks approximately three metres high, resembling a giant mushroom. This quoit is probably the best formed of all the quoits in Cornwall. The Cornish translation of Quoit is ‘the house on the downs’, and a quoit is essentially a chambered tomb.

A quoit is essentially Cornish for a megalithic structure. This is simply made up of large upright stones in a circular ring with a huge capstone, placed horizontally across the uprights. This formation creates the desired chamber effect.

All the stones and slabs of the quoit are from grey granite, which is usual in this location. There are many myths surrounding this quote, including one of Cornish druids using the slabs as sacrificial alters.

Chun Quoit is a wonderful a most recognised chamber where one can stay close by, in the many holiday cottages available. Many of Cornwall’s finest cottages, some of which Cornish cottages are not too far from such a prominent site.

Cornwall’s cottage owners are extremely welcoming to visitors, who explore Cornish history, structures, monuments and historical sites; visitors arrive to find many of Cornwall’s most fascinating venues. There is plenty of cottage accommodation available, throughout the whole of Cornwall; making Cornwall a great place to begin a discovery of the many ancient locations and other points of interest. It is recommended that you select a cosy cottage, which should enhance the experience of this stunning corner of United Kingdom.

Plan your visit to Cornwall and discover historical sites, villages, holiday cottage, or stunning countryside. Cornwall is an interesting county with, sandy beaches, countryside, culture and traditional values. You should, without doubt, take pleasure in much of what is nearby, throughout Cornwall, in the relaxation of a traditional old-world cottage; visit the Cornwall Sunshine website to find an ideal cottage for you. A great attraction of Cornwall, is that it is home to many locations that are steeped in history, mythology and tradition, not to mention the charming small farms, towns and villages. You will, no doubt, realise the historical importance of a cottage in Cornwall, built out of local stone, many converted from old farm barns. These are a relevant part of Cornwall’s history and a visual guide of how eye-catching it is to be in Cornwall.

Chun Quoit is easy to get to, access via a foot path of a lay-by on the B3318. This is a well known and excellently preserved quoit, and one of the best one’s to visit. This is a coastal road running from St Just and can be found not far from Morvah village. If you follow the signs to Chun Castle, you’ll find that the Chun Quoit burial chamber is a few hundred feet away.

If you take your family to Cornwall, make sure they get to see Chun Quoit.