The Bridestones, Neolithic burial site in Congleton, England.
The Bridestones is a Neolithic burial site near Congleton, made up of a stone chamber built from large, flat slabs set upright. The chamber once had a central dividing wall, parts of which are still visible, giving a sense of how the interior was divided.
The site was built during the Neolithic period, somewhere between 3500 and 2400 BCE, and was used as a burial place for more than one person. Excavations carried out in the 1930s found traces of ancient cremations on the spot.
The name may come from Brigantia, a Celtic goddess, or from Old English words describing the shape of the stones. Visitors can see how the stones were deliberately placed to remain visible across the open land around them.
The monument sits on the western slope of Bosley Cloud hill and is open all year with no admission required. Because it stands on an open hillside, sturdy footwear and weatherproof clothing make the visit more comfortable.
The original structure once covered a much larger area and was surrounded by a stone circle with four portal stones at its entrance. Today only two of those portal stones remain standing, and most of the wider layout has disappeared over time.
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