do you know how local landmarks got there names ?
try this
http://www.peaklandheritage.org.uk/index.asp?peakkey=41100321

and have a look at the side link the potty murder,you may get a little surprise

Where did the Hedron Stone get it's name from?

PopT

Where did the Hedron Stone get it's name from?

PopT

Could it have come from the Greek for seat, although it seems strange for a standing stone.