Tinkinswood Burial Chamber

An incredibly substantial monument that is a truly awe inspiring testimony to neolithic people's resourcefulness and determination. Also fascinating bronze age elements. A tranquil place too, where one can really relax and reflect.

Tinkinswood Chambered Tomb
This has the largest capstone in Wales. 50 people found buried however later renovations established that some bones were missing which led to the conclusion that bodies were laid to rest and then possibly dug up and brought out for ritual purposes. I enjoy this explanation and it sits well in a wider sense as other cultures did (and some still do) "resurrect" the bones of ancestors for ritual ceremonies. The site has a neolithic Burial Chamber with a later Bronze Age Burial pit next to the capstone chamber. I love the fact that it was used and respected across a timeline and I'm also assuming here that there was a rough lineage between the users of the site

Great to learn something about local history.. and its older than stone henge.
Not much to see here but it's set in beautiful backdrop scenery so a picnic is a great addition. Can walk a little further and go to Wenvoe burial chambers also, well worth a visit.

Very interest place of rest. A fantastic opportunity to view a classic bit of history. Very well maintained and only a short walk so all ages would be available to do. There is a small car park about 500 metres away. Great for all ages.

An interesting, fascinating historical landmark constructed of bluestone (the type of stone used to construct Stone Henge). Information board near site. A small free car park is located nearby with a signpost directing the visitor through a field to where the burial chamber is located.

This burial chamber is huge.
From a general visitor POV it's an impressive building built by ancient people.
From a spiritualist POV it holds a strong energy. On my visit I was aware of a keeper/ protector of the long dead.
Visitors often take a gift to sites like these and leave a prayer with their gift.
Visit Highly recommended.

A lovely, well maintained archaeological site, a little walk from the road. Good information on the site present and a small parking area with a bin. Not particularly wheel chair friendly due to the terrain and gate access.

Nice little piece of history, interesting to see. Space for 4 or 5 cars to park and then a short walk to the site. Maintained by CADW.