Lligwy Burial Chamber

Lligwy Burial Chamber is a Neolithic stone structure on the Isle of Anglesey built with eight upright stones supporting a large capstone made of limestone. The arrangement creates a chamber beneath the canopy of stone that once protected the remains of the dead.

The chamber was built during the Neolithic period and continued to be used into the Bronze Age, showing its long importance to local communities. Excavations revealed that people returned to this burial site over many generations to lay their dead to rest.

The burial chamber shows how early communities honored their dead and the deep respect they held for constructing monumental stone structures. Visitors walking around it sense the importance these people placed on creating lasting memorials for the deceased.

The site is freely accessible year-round and sits near the village of Llanallgo with a nearby parking area for visitors. No ticket is required to walk around the structure or examine it up close.

The limestone capstone displays deep grooves and weathering patterns created by rainfall over thousands of years, making the passage of time visible on the surface. These natural markings tell a physical story of exposure and aging that adds a tactile quality to the visit.

Location: Isle of Anglesey

Website: https://cadw.gov.wales/visit/places-to-visit/lligwy-burial-chamber

GPS coordinates: 53.34990,-4.25290

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:58