Kit's Coty House

Kit's Coty House is a stone burial chamber on the North Downs made of three upright stones topped with a large flat capstone. The rectangular structure once held the remains of multiple people from ancient times.

The burial chamber was built around 6000 years ago and served the local community as a tomb for their dead over many generations. Its construction shows how organized and skillful people were during that early period.

The monument represents early British funeral practices and stands as evidence of advanced engineering capabilities of Neolithic builders in Kent.

The site sits on a hillside and is reached on foot by a path that leads through wooded areas. Wear proper footwear because the ground can be uneven and muddy depending on the weather.

The name comes from local legends and was linked for centuries to stories about ancient kings and warriors. Despite damage over the centuries, the main stones have survived in their original positions.

Location: Aylesford

Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/kits-coty-house-and-little-kits-coty-house

GPS coordinates: 51.31989,0.50300

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:51