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Devil's Quoits

Hidden Gem

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Activities

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Farmland

Walking, Photography

Year round

Photo: Chris Brown via Geograph.org.uk

The Devil's Quoits is a Neolithic henge and stone circle at Stanton Harcourt in Oxfordshire, ringed by a bank and inner ditch. The site was almost wiped out, flattened for a wartime airfield and then dug for gravel, before being rebuilt with its circle of stones restored between 2002 and 2008. Aroun...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

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Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

4 day, 5 overnight

Oxford Riverside Glamping, Tredinnock Cabin

FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Devil's Quoits?
West Oxfordshire holds this impressive prehistoric monument near a quiet local village. Walking down the chalky paths brings you right up to the circle.

What type of place is Devil's Quoits?
Devil's Quoits is a reconstructed stone circle and henge in West Oxfordshire.

When is the best time to visit Devil's Quoits?
Autumn mornings offer a wonderful atmosphere when thick grey mist clings to the damp grass. Bright sunshine later in the day warms up the massive stones beautifully.

What can you do at Devil's Quoits?
Stepping inside the ring allows you to experience a profound sense of isolation. Many people enjoy exploring the outer edge while listening to field birds call across the open landscape.

How long should I spend at Devil's Quoits?
An hour usually provides plenty of time to walk the perimeter and appreciate the ancient stonework. People often stay longer if they want to sit in the deep silence and take photographs.

Where do I park at Devil's Quoits?
A total of nine spaces wait nearby, offering four day and five overnight spots for vehicles. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Devil's Quoits?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Devil's Quoits, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

Where can I stay near Devil's Quoits?
Oxford Riverside Glamping and Tredinnock Cabin provide two great places to spend the night in the area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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