Mount Pleasant henge

Mount Pleasant henge is a Neolithic enclosure ringed by earthwork banks, ditches, and timber palisades that cover a large area. The site reveals concentric patterns of postholes indicating a sophisticated wooden structure built in stages.

This site was built during the late Neolithic period and shows evidence of multiple construction phases spanning several centuries. Excavations revealed how the structure and its purpose evolved over time.

This site served as a gathering place where Neolithic communities came together for ceremonies and shared rituals that strengthened social bonds. The location shows how people created intentional spaces to mark important moments and reinforce their collective identity.

The site can be explored via marked pathways, with information boards explaining the structure and excavation discoveries. Wear sturdy footwear as the ground is uneven and can become slippery in wet conditions.

The palisade was constructed from hundreds of oak trees, demonstrating significant resource planning by Neolithic communities. The two entrances were remarkably narrow, limiting how many people could enter at once.

Location: West Stafford

Part of: Henge Enclosure, Conquer Barrow and Barrow Cemetery

GPS coordinates: 50.70837,-2.41200

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:07