140 THE ANNUAL EXCURSION. 



Having lunched out-of-doors at Mullion, the excursionists 

 drove to the downs near Kynance Cove, to the spot where the 

 old British hut-circles were to be examined. One who was 

 present thus describes them : — A fire, destroying the thick furze, 

 had occurred about a month before, and had brought into view 

 more than had previously appeared. Two or three of the circles 

 are shewn on the Ordnance Map, but several others are now 

 visible. They are on the waste land of a farm occupied by Mr. 

 Richards. Altogether, the rude walls or enclosures of about 15 

 huts were disclosed, and there is a great oval or quadrangle with 

 dwelling places, apparently, aU round it. Two of the circles 

 were excavated to floor level. Pottery, clearly Celtic, was found, 

 also a piece of iron ; several stones not belonging to the neigh- 

 bourhood, and a great quantity of sea pebbles, were discovered. 

 No hearths or fire-places were found, but excavations may yet 

 reveal them. Few of the huts are really circular, many being 

 oblong. Mr. Thurstan Peter, (of Carn Brea experience), pointed 

 out the characteristics of this village, or settlement, of a remote 

 age. 



On reaching the charming Cove at Kynance it was found 

 that the incoming tide prevented a full inspection. Helston was 

 then again sought, and reached about 7 o'clock. A high tea 

 was enjoyed at the Angel Hotel. 



Mr. Heard afterwards described the excursion as interesting, 

 useful, and profitable, and said they were indebted to Major 

 Parkyn and his friends for the excellent arrangements. In 

 reply Major Parkyn said that he regretted the absence of his 

 friend and co-secretary, the Rev. W. lago, who had given his 

 assistance in preparing the programme and by communicating 

 with Lord Palmouth, but, being in London, was reluctantly absent 

 from them that day. They were also much obliged to Mr. Enys, 

 who did much to further the interests of the Institution in many 

 ways. They were grateful to Lord Falmouth for permission to 

 explore the British Village, and to the Agents for assistance. 



Mr. Michell, C.E. seconded the expression of thanks to his 

 Lordship, and Mr. Peter was also thanked for his explanations. 

 The party returned from Helston by the 8 o'clock train, to Truro 

 and other destinations, well pleased with the agreeable events of 

 the day. 



