Arthur's Stone
Arthur's Stone
An atmospheric Neolithic burial chamber made of great stone slabs, in the hills above Herefordshire's Golden Valley.
Legend has it that King Arthur slayed a giant at this location. An atmospheric Neolithic burial chamber, made of nine great stone slabs in the hills above Herefordshire's Golden Valley.
The area is rich in prehistoric archaeology. In addition to long barrows and standing stones, flint scatters and stone axes have been found, showing intensive use of the upper Golden Valley during the Neolithic period.
Venue Category:
Historic Buildings & Monuments
Activities provided:
Archaeology
Guided Tour
Observing
Curriculum:
Citizenship
Design
History
PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education)
Suitability:
Key Stage 2 (8-11)
Key Stage 3 (12-14)
Key Stage 4 (15-16)
Key Stage 5 (17+)
Residential?:
No
Locality:
Venue Address:
Arthur's Stone Lane
Dorstone
Hereford
Herefordshire
HR3 6AX
Venue Contact Number:
0870 333 1181