Ancient rock formation and folly. These are some of the oldest rocks visible in Britain. They were formed during the Pre-Cambrian period (around 4500

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Ancient rock formation and folly. These are some of the oldest rocks visible in Britain. They were formed during the Pre-Cambrian period (around 4500 to 542 million years ago). Old John is a Grade II listed folly tower built in 1787. Photographed in Bradgate Park, Charnwood Forest, Leicestershire, UK.

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