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Prehistoric cairn and prehistoric to post-medieval field systems between The Plains and Wine Cove, St Martin's

6 ha

Plan your visit

BirdsWildlifeInsects
Free entryDogs welcome6 ha

Visiting this summer

Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now

  • 🐦92+ species recorded in this area — summer evenings are best for activity; watch for Oystercatcher and House Sparrow
  • Historic character is a year-round quality here — summer brings its own atmosphere to the setting
  • 🐕Dogs welcome — bring water in summer; the site has enough space to find shade on hot days

Good to know

  • £Free to visit — no entry charge
  • 🐕Dogs welcome
Bike parkingToilets

Best for

4 activities

Bird watching

Birds — Oystercatcher, House Sparrow, Herring Gull +89 more · last seen 2025; Birds — Oystercatcher, House Sparrow, Herring Gull +89 more · last seen 2025

Free

Wildlife

Multi-group wildlife — Birds, Mammals; Multi-group wildlife — Birds, Mammals

Free

Insect spotting

Lowland heathland — silver-studded blue and heath fritillary butterflies; Insects — Speckled Wood, Small White, Meadow Brown +30 more · last seen 2025

Free

Heritage

Historic site

Free

Wildlife to spot

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