The Toad Rock

[poliphilo]

The Toad Rock, Rusthall Common, Tunbridge Wells

Comments

[cmcmck.livejournal.com]

That's a glacial erratic, that is! :o)

[poliphilo.livejournal.com]

In the 19th century there were those who thought it was a sphinx- a little the worse for wear.

[cmcmck.livejournal.com]

Oh, that old chestnut! Everyone knew that Brits were Egyptians who'd got a bit lost, didn't they? :o)

[lblanchard.livejournal.com]

What's on the interpretive signage? [I'll Google it in a minute and if the text is online I'll report back]

[lblanchard.livejournal.com]

I'm back without a sign but with a hilarious image.

http://www.twbc-apps.co.uk/publicarthouse/Eccentric-Dance.jpg

EDITED TO ADD: But wait, there's more! Here's an audio file:

https://audioboom.com/boos/642016-toad-rock-eccentric-dance

[poliphilo.livejournal.com]

That's wonderful. And what a catchy little tune!

[poliphilo.livejournal.com]

I think it explains how the thing was formed- but I didn't pay it much attention, I'm afraid.

[fflo.livejournal.com]

Very cool.

[poliphilo.livejournal.com]

Thanks.

[amritarosa.livejournal.com]

That is truly wonderful! if ever I'm in that part of the planet, I will have to see the Toad Rock in person :)