Windmill Tump Long Barrow

Summary
A large Neolithic long barrow near Rodmarton, Gloucestershire. The barrow was excavated in the Victorian period and artefacts removed before it was filled in again. There are at least three side chambers, though these have now collapsed. A retaining wall has been built around the barrow to prevent erosion.

The site is not located on top of the hill, but rather on the western slope. It is built with a forecourt at the east, marked by two smallish upright stones either side of the collapsed entrance. As is typical, the barrow tapers slightly towards the western end.

Open site, free entry.

The west end of the barrow. As you can see, the barrow stands in farmer's fields, about 300 yards from the road.

Getting there
Access is by way of the A433. Turn off at Trull House Gardens (from the south) or onto Oathill Lane from the north. The barrow is located in a farmer's field several hundred yards from the lane. There is a wide verge with parking for several cars, and a signposted path up the hill to the barrow. The going is very easy, though the path is basically non-existent. Rubber boots woulld be a good idea, as the path eventually veers to cross the field to reach the barrow enclosure.

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