La Platte Mare, Guernsey, United Kingdom

La Platte Mare is a simple megalithic chamber with a single capstone dating back to the Chalcolithic or Early Bronze Age (2500 - 1800 BC). Early drawings show that some stones have been disturbed. Traces of a surrounding circle of stones 5m in diameter are no longer visible. One stone has a curved row of 12 cup marks though only 7 are visible above ground. A few metres away are the remains of another possible cist or chamber.

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Alf Dorrian (14 months ago)
This hotel is now closed pending rebuild

Jack Craig (19 months ago)
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Lex Pearce (20 months ago)
Had such a lovely stay there this weekend. Staff couldn't do enough to help you. Room was lovely with the added suprise of a four poster bed!! If it's your birthday they spoil you. Great location and facilities. Just wonderful. Thank you!!

Harbourguides (20 months ago)
Lovely hotel on the beautiful island of Guernsey. Has everything, bars, restaurant, health spa, and stunning sea views. It has recently been taken over from the last long term owners who have run hotel fantastically for many years. I hope the new management keep up the high standards.

Zane Davide (2 years ago)
Was very disappointed in food. Service was ok. As good as you can expect for function of 200+ people

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