The Devil's Den, Neolithic dolmen in Preshute, England
The Devil's Den burial chamber features two standing stones supporting a massive capstone weighing 17 tons on Fyfield Hill near Marlborough.
The chamber marks the entrance to what was originally a 230-foot-long burial mound constructed during the Neolithic period in British pre-Roman times.
Following the spread of Christianity in England, numerous prehistoric monuments received names connecting them to the devil, including this ancient burial site.
The stone chamber received structural reinforcement and stabilization work in 1921 to preserve its architectural elements for future generations.
Local tales mention that pouring water into the hollows of the capstone would attract demons who would drink from them during nighttime.
Location: Preshute
GPS coordinates: 51.42570,-1.78265
Latest update: March 5, 2025 07:39
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