West Kennet Long Barrow
West Kennet Long Barrow
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Tokyo J
Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, UK297 contributions
May 2022
On a warm and sunny day I hiked from Avebury to this superb long barrow (30 mins or so) which is on the top of a hill. I had the place all to myself. You can even enter inside which is very dark so be careful in case you bump your head or trip over something. The views from the top of the barrow is fantastic. If you don't fancy a hike from Avebury itself, there is a lay-by on the A4. Definitely come and visit this fascinating place.
Written May 6, 2022
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Jbinnacle
71 contributions
Aug 2022
This Neolithic burial site is worth a stop if it's on your way. It's in the middle of a farm so be respectful and don't leave the paths.
When I visited, there was a group of people chanting inside, which made appreciate the tomb difficult.
The hike to get to the site is not bad if you can park at the tiny parking spot by the road. If you turn around, you'll get a view of another Neolithic landmark, Silbury Hill.
When I visited, there was a group of people chanting inside, which made appreciate the tomb difficult.
The hike to get to the site is not bad if you can park at the tiny parking spot by the road. If you turn around, you'll get a view of another Neolithic landmark, Silbury Hill.
Written August 22, 2022
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Michael C
Derby, UK1,911 contributions
Aug 2021
It was a wet and windy day but we were determined to reach this monument. The uphill battler against the wind was well worthwhile because this is a fascinating place. We were able to squeeze around the guard stones and view the interior which is quite spooky.
Written November 6, 2021
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Barbara T
Abingdon, UK555 contributions
Sep 2020
Interesting and atmospheric, though not a huge amount to see. There's an info board with the facts. It's larger than I thought, but you can only go in a little way and the chambers are all shut off. It's an uphill walk from the road - about 10 minutes, but not too steep.
Probably best visited as part of a walk/trip to the whole area, including the stone circle and Silbury Hill.
Probably best visited as part of a walk/trip to the whole area, including the stone circle and Silbury Hill.
Written September 15, 2020
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Roy V
Leatherhead, UK570 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
We were lucky to find a space in the small lay-by near Silbury Hill and the uphill walk to the barrow was a delight, with wonderful views of Silbury Hill and the Wiltshire countryside visible for miles. The barrow is huge, with giant portal stones on the hilltop position. Inside you can see several side chambers where 36 burials were discovered. They date back an amazing 5500 years! Hard to believe.
Written August 3, 2020
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71flojo
Newbury, UK154 contributions
Sep 2020
Nice 10-15 min walk from lay by mostly uphill to the Long Barrow which has large stones at the entrance where you can squeeze past to enter the chambers. It is very dark inside but can see several rooms branching off. Worth a look inside. Standing on the top of the site is a lovely view of Silbury Hill in the distance.
Written September 18, 2020
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Herbie-Green
Guildford, UK2,192 contributions
Mar 2023
One of the most impressive chambered long barrows. Long chalk mound with a superb entrance curbed with massive end stones, and an impressive set of five roofed chambers behind. Epic setting too, with views of the hills around and Silbury Hill looming to the north.
Written March 18, 2023
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Companion824048
4 contributions
Jun 2021
It is a fascinating monument in a beautiful location. We parked easily in the layby and walked for 10 minutes up the hill. We had the monument to ourselves, and even though it only took a few minutes to walk into the barrow we enjoyed a further 30 minutes sitting on top of the hill in the sunshine, looking down over Silbury Hill and watching the swallows catching insects in the fields.
Written June 15, 2021
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ebbcourt
Andwell, UK372 contributions
Sep 2020
It is certainly worth a visit , however be prepared for circa 1/2 mile walk each way. From a historical point of view it is outstanding. I have to be honest and say I felt a little uneasy inside, that said I would probably go again.
Written September 25, 2020
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EmSam
Newbury, UK45 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
Lovely views across rolling hillside and a short uphill walk to access the barrow. It’s great because you can go inside part of it. Such a wonderful spot of countryside, make it part of a hike for the full value.
Written August 14, 2021
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