The researches carried on with so much care and intelligence by Mr. Lukis have clearly proved that the Cromlechs were sepulchral; perhaps the burial places of whole tribes, or at least of the families of the chieftains. This does not preclude the popular notion of their having been altars, for it is well known that many pagan nations were in the habit of offering sacrifices on the tombs of their dead.
The following is a list of the principal Druidical structures, etc., which we can identify, with an account of the traditional beliefs attached to them of their origin, etc.:—
The large Cromlech at L’Ancresse called “L’Autel des Vardes.”
The smaller Cromlech in the centre of L’Ancresse, with a portion of another similar structure to the east of it.
A small portion of a Cromlech at La Mare ès Mauves, on the eastern base of the Vardes, almost in front of the target belonging to the Royal Guernsey Militia.
“L’Autel des Vardes” at L’Ancresse.
“La Roque Balan.”