Potts' Chair
Introduction
The photograph on this page of Potts' Chair by Leanmeanmo as part of the Geograph project.
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Image: © Leanmeanmo Taken: 25 Jan 2024
Potts' Chair actually comprises two carved stone 'thrones', the Queen's Throne is near the centre of the picture and the King's Throne is the shadow just to the left of the tree trunk. These seats with a splendid view of Simonside were supposedly carved in the 17th Century.
Image Location
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