The Huge capstone estimated to weight around 25 tonnes is supported by 8 side stones of locally occurring limestone. Described in 1781 and excavated in 1909, it contained numerous Neolithic flints and pots, along with the remains of 15-30 people including children. The Possible East, West and South alignment of stones suggest astronomical purposes
The pottery included Grooved Ware and Beaker suggests a later Neolithic date but could have been placed there at the end of the tombs life as a burial place . Grooved Ware is thought to have originated on Orkney and is often associated with ritual sites
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