From the free car park cross the bridge and follow signed footpaths uphill for a quarter mile. Five stiles, mud and grazing sheep; dogs on leads. Follow any signed bridge diversions.
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Stoney Littleton Long Barrow is a Neolithic chambered tomb above Wellow, built around 3500 BC and extending for about thirty metres. Its low stone entrance opens into a passage with multiple burial chambers, offering a close view of prehistoric building techniques. The grassy mound and elevated setting are part of the experience, with views across the surrounding Somerset countryside. Visitors recommend taking a torch to appreciate the dark interior and choosing footwear suitable for mud. The signed approach from the small car park crosses a bridge and climbs for roughly a quarter of a mile, with five stiles along the route. Drivers should expect a narrow country lane with limited passing space, and walkers should follow any posted bridge diversions. Dogs must stay on leads in the sheep-grazed fields on the approach; their access inside the tomb is not confirmed.
Open in daylightFrom English Heritage's calendar
- Open any reasonable time in daylight
Opening times may change at short notice.
Moderate uphill approach with five stiles and potentially muddy ground; low, dark tomb entrance. Bring a torch and follow any signed bridge diversions.
Ordinary admission is free for everyone; membership is not required.
Dogs: Keep dogs on leads in sheep-grazed fields along the approach; pet access inside the burial chambers is not confirmed.
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