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Grave of Sampson's Finger

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Pembrokeshire

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Grave of Sampson's Finger

Carreg Sampson A Neolithic burial chamber or cromlech. The capstone lies on three of the six uprights and is approximately 6m by 3m in size.
Carreg Sampson Credit: E Gammie

Grave of Sampson's Finger is a coastal feature located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is a unique headland that juts out into the sea, offering stunning views of the surrounding coastline. The name is said to come from a local legend about a giant named Sampson whose finger was severed and buried at the site.

The headland is characterized by rugged cliffs and rocky outcrops, making it a popular spot for hiking and birdwatching. Visitors can explore the coastal paths that wind around the headland, taking in the breathtaking scenery and watching for seabirds and other wildlife.

The Grave of Sampson's Finger is also known for its historical significance, with ancient ruins and archaeological sites scattered throughout the area. The headland is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest, due to its unique geology and diverse plant and animal species.

Overall, Grave of Sampson's Finger is a must-visit destination for nature lovers, history enthusiasts, and anyone looking to experience the beauty of the Pembrokeshire coast.

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Grave of Sampson's Finger Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.961954/-5.1291098 or Grid Reference SM8533. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Carreg Sampson A Neolithic burial chamber or cromlech. The capstone lies on three of the six uprights and is approximately 6m by 3m in size.
Carreg Sampson
A Neolithic burial chamber or cromlech. The capstone lies on three of the six uprights and is approximately 6m by 3m in size.
Entrance to the bay Choppy waters at the entrance to the narrow sheltered bay of Abercastle. See <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2018024" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2018024">Link</a> for a comparative view (2010) at a lower tide level.
Entrance to the bay
Choppy waters at the entrance to the narrow sheltered bay of Abercastle. See Link for a comparative view (2010) at a lower tide level.
Aber Castle Boats moored in the narrow bay of Aber Castle with Ynys y Castell on the right, at the mouth of the bay.
Aber Castle
Boats moored in the narrow bay of Aber Castle with Ynys y Castell on the right, at the mouth of the bay.
Cottages by the bay Cottages on the north side of the head of the bay at Abercastle.
Cottages by the bay
Cottages on the north side of the head of the bay at Abercastle.
Boats in the bay Boats moored in Aber Castle with Ynys y Castell to the left, viewed from the Pembrokeshire Coast path.
Boats in the bay
Boats moored in Aber Castle with Ynys y Castell to the left, viewed from the Pembrokeshire Coast path.
Ynys Deullyn Ynys Deullyn from the Pembrokeshire Coast path, a short section of which can be seen in the foreground.
Ynys Deullyn
Ynys Deullyn from the Pembrokeshire Coast path, a short section of which can be seen in the foreground.
Abercastle
Abercastle
Carreg Samson
Carreg Samson
Ynys y Castell A small tidal island guarding the entrance to Abercastle harbour.
Ynys y Castell
A small tidal island guarding the entrance to Abercastle harbour.
Minor road junction near Trefin The road to the right goes to Abercastle. The road straight ahead leads to Trefin.
Minor road junction near Trefin
The road to the right goes to Abercastle. The road straight ahead leads to Trefin.
Cottages in Trefin
Cottages in Trefin
Bullocks at Llanwg Near Trefin.
Bullocks at Llanwg
Near Trefin.
Abercastle The sound between Ynys y Castell and the mainland, looking to Pwllcrochan. At low tide it is linked by a causeway.
Abercastle
The sound between Ynys y Castell and the mainland, looking to Pwllcrochan. At low tide it is linked by a causeway.
Harbour cottage What an amazing place to live
Harbour cottage
What an amazing place to live
Coast Path to Abercastle Heading in an easterly direction
Coast Path to Abercastle
Heading in an easterly direction
Path out of Abercastle Heading for Pwllcochran
Path out of Abercastle
Heading for Pwllcochran
Grain Store Ruin overlooking the Harbour Cargoes out of Abercastle included grain, limestone, butter, honey, corn, and coal. All that now remains of Abercastle's industrial past are limekiln remnants and the ruined grain store seen here above the cottage
Grain Store Ruin overlooking the Harbour
Cargoes out of Abercastle included grain, limestone, butter, honey, corn, and coal. All that now remains of Abercastle's industrial past are limekiln remnants and the ruined grain store seen here above the cottage
Rugged Cliffs A view south along the cliff face from Trwyn Llwynog.
Rugged Cliffs
A view south along the cliff face from Trwyn Llwynog.
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Grave of Sampson's Finger is located at Grid Ref: SM8533 (Lat: 51.961954, Lng: -5.1291098)

Unitary Authority: Pembrokeshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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Abercastle
Is In: Pembrokeshire
Name Cy: Abercastell
Place: hamlet
Wikidata: Q399544
Lat/Long: 51.9599169/-5.1255509
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Toilets
Lat/Long: 51.9597168/-5.1276859
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Carreg Samson
Archaeological Site: megalith
Historic: archaeological_site
Historic Civilization: prehistoric
Megalith Type: dolmen
Wikidata: Q15216099
Wikipedia: en:Carreg Samson
Lat/Long: 51.9583314/-5.1329629
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Bench
Lat/Long: 51.9596367/-5.1268769
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Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Listed Status: Grade II
Operator: BT
Phone: +44 1348 831260
Lat/Long: 51.9588848/-5.125326
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Defibrillator
Defibrillator Location: next to red phone box in Abercastle
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 51.9589344/-5.1253946
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Transformer: distribution
Lat/Long: 51.9593726/-5.124819
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