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Somerset, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire Traditional Cache

This cache has been archived.

The Wombles: Sorry to say this one has gone from it's hiding place - it's had a good inings so I'm archiving to allow someone else to place a cache nearby.

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Hidden : 1/21/2005
Difficulty:
2 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   small (small)

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Geocache Description:

The Three Shires Stones were erected by the Victorians at the boundary point between Somerset, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire. It is a surprising find in an unexpected location, and most people go shooting past in their cars without noticing it. Due to the proximity of the road, this cache is not suitable to let dogs off leads or for small children.

The “Three Shires Stones” are actually a relatively modern construction, consisting of three enormous vertical blocks supporting one horizontal block. It was constructed in 1736 at the boundary between three counties or “Shires”, and according to the current map (somewhat surprisingly) this is still the boundary point.

You can park in the gateway at N51°25.667', W02°17.700', or there is a layby ½ mile down towards Bath. Beware of fast moving traffic on this road and use the grass verge when walking to the cache location. The road which runs past is the Fosse Way.

Please practice Trash Out when you visit this location, it could do with our help!

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Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Gur pnpur vf haqre n zbff pbirerq fgbar

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)