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West Kennet Long Barrow

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West Kennet Long Barrow

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    Location: Avebury, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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    April 21, 2018

    Hiking

    This is a Neolithic burial chamber that is older than Stonehenge. You can go inside a number of the chambers to view them. It is dark, though - so pack a torch to see the surrounding rocks.

    May 6, 2020

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    Built in around 3650 BC, West Kennet Long Barrow is one of the best-preserved and most impressive Neolithic burial chambers in Britain. Managed by the National Trust on behalf of English Heritage, the site is free to enter during reasonable daylight hours. For more information, visit: english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/west-kennet-long-barrow.

    September 18, 2022

    Hiking

    Moderate trail with slight elevation and full of history to explore. Centuries old berrrial chamber's.

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    1. Silbury Hill – Avebury Stone Circle loop from East Kennett

    9.81km

    02:35

    80m

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Moderate

    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 230 m

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