Knill's Steeple
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A 50-foot-tall triangular granite obelisk in Carbis Bay, England, built by John Knill as a mausoleum. It is known for a unique quinquennial ceremony held every five years on July 25th, involving dancing girls, widows, and local officials.

šŸ“œ 50-foot-tall triangular granite obelisk, also known as Knill's Monument.
šŸ” Built in 1782 as a vainglorious mausoleum for John Knill, overlooking St. Ives Bay. Site of a unique quinquennial ceremony every five years on July 25th.

Why Go

šŸ•ŗ Witness a centuries-old eccentric local ritual.
šŸžļø Enjoy spectacular vistas of Carbis Bay, the North coast, and West Cornwall.
šŸš¶ Explore the surrounding Steeple Woodland Nature Reserve.

Why Avoid

ā›°ļø The walk up to the steeple is over a mile and steep in places.
šŸ¤§ Seasonal pollen allergies may be an issue.
šŸ“… Ceremony only occurs once every five years.

Tips

šŸ…æļø Parking available at top of Steeple Lane.
šŸšŒ Bus stop 'Cornish Arms' is a 5-minute ride from St Ives.

Cost

šŸ’° Free to visit.

Hours

šŸ•’ Always accessible, ceremony on July 25th every five years.

Last updated 28 days ago

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