The Beheading Stone is a historic stone monument located in the town of Ripon, North Yorkshire, England. It marks the spot where, in 1322, the Earl of Lancaster was beheaded for his role in a rebellion against King Edward II. The stone, which is about 3 feet tall and 2 feet wide, bears an inscription that reads "Here was heved [beheaded] the Erle of Lancastre". The monument is a Grade II listed building and is considered a significant historical artifact in the region.
The beheading stone itself has a bit of curiosity going on with it but otherwise not much to it really, it is just a large stone on a plinth surrounded by a metal cage presumably to stop vandals. However, come on a nice day and the short but steep climb up from Sainsbury's car park is worth it for the view.
Park at Sainsbury's. There's a path near the store that takes you up to the road to cross. Another path across the road takes you up the hill. It's a track but not bad. Amazing views. Must see.
Bit of a walk to get here...not very well sign posted on the way up..Great view if weather is clear ..but once u have been u won't go back..
Not a tough walk but steep in parts, great views of Stirling from the top,
Great walk up to the stone. It is quite steep so be prepared. Views are fantastic. Lots of benches up top and many more trails to follow once up there. Worth the climb for sure.
Interesting bit of history! It's a little out of the main walk in Stirling, but isn't too far if you want to have a little trot around. There isn't terribly much to see on the way, but the walk is pleasant and not too steep, our young daughter did it easily. We walked the full loop around one side then back to the castle, you could make it shorter if you did an in and back. Worth seeing!
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Good for kids
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The beheading stone itself has a bit of curiosity going on with it but otherwise not much to it really, it is just a large stone on a plinth surrounded by a metal cage presumably to stop vandals. However, come on a nice day and the short but steep climb up from Sainsbury's car park is worth it for the view.
Park at Sainsbury's. There's a path near the store that takes you up to the road to cross. Another path across the road takes you up the hill. It's a track but not bad. Amazing views. Must see.
Bit of a walk to get here...not very well sign posted on the way up..Great view if weather is clear ..but once u have been u won't go back..
Not a tough walk but steep in parts, great views of Stirling from the top,
Great walk up to the stone. It is quite steep so be prepared. Views are fantastic. Lots of benches up top and many more trails to follow once up there. Worth the climb for sure.
Interesting bit of history! It's a little out of the main walk in Stirling, but isn't too far if you want to have a little trot around. There isn't terribly much to see on the way, but the walk is pleasant and not too steep, our young daughter did it easily. We walked the full loop around one side then back to the castle, you could make it shorter if you did an in and back. Worth seeing!
