Whitfield's Tump

Heritage Site in Gloucestershire Stroud

England

Whitfield's Tump

Forner coal merchant's building at Egypt Mill Now converted to provide accommodation for the Egypt Mill Hotel — Forner coal merchant's building at Egypt Mill Credit: Graham Hogg

Whitfield's Tump is a historic site located in Gloucestershire, England. It is a Neolithic burial mound, also known as a long barrow, dating back to around 3,700 BC. The site is situated on a gentle slope in the countryside, providing picturesque views of the surrounding landscape.

The burial mound measures approximately 60 meters in length and is constructed using large stone slabs and earth. It is believed to have been built by the early farming communities of the region as a burial site for their ancestors. The mound was likely used for multiple burials over the course of several centuries.

Excavations conducted in the 19th and 20th centuries revealed the presence of human remains, along with grave goods such as pottery and flint tools. These findings provide valuable insights into the burial practices and material culture of the Neolithic period.

Whitfield's Tump is a designated Scheduled Ancient Monument and a protected heritage site. It is a significant example of Neolithic funerary architecture in the region. The site attracts visitors interested in prehistoric history and archaeology, as well as those seeking to appreciate the tranquil beauty of the countryside.

Access to Whitfield's Tump is relatively easy, with a footpath leading up to the mound. Interpretive panels provide information about the site's history and significance. Visitors can explore the area, take in the views, and contemplate the ancient rituals and traditions that took place at this intriguing Neolithic burial site.

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Whitfield's Tump Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.712/-2.21 or Grid Reference SO8501. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Forner coal merchant's building at Egypt Mill

Now converted to provide accommodation for the Egypt Mill Hotel

Graham Hogg

Nailsworth Stream at Egypt Mill Hotel

The hotel is a conversion of a former textile mill, one of many in the Nailsworth valley.

Graham Hogg

The Railway Hotel, Nailsworth

The railway here closed in 1966 though passenger services were terminated in 1949 and the grade II listed hotel now provides luxury holiday apartments.

Graham Hogg

Stone Kissing Gate

Leading from Box towards equine fields.

Mr Red

Stone Kissing Gate

Between fields on the equine establishment.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow

As the footpath leaves Box Wood. The view from the road is ST8699 : Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow

As the footpath leaves Box Wood. The view from the footpath is ST8699 : Stone Stile, Devil's Elbow.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Nailsworth

On Gloucestershire footpath ZNA39 off a road known as "The Devils Elbow". I leads through a continuation woods going SE, "Box Wood" is on the NW side of the road. This view is looking up the steep steps from below, the view from the road is H4774 : Killyclogher Burn, Killyclogher.

Lenneke Jansens

Stone Stile, Nailsworth

On Gloucestershire footpath ZNA39 off a road known as "The Devils Elbow". It leads through a continuation woods going SE, "Box Wood" is on the NW side of the road. This view from the road looks East, the view looking up the steep steps from below is ST8699 : Stone Stile, Nailsworth.

Lenneke Jansens