Hell Stone, Neolithic dolmen in Portesham, England
The Hell Stone features a large capstone supported by several upright stones arranged in a circular pattern on Portesham Hill.
During an 1866 restoration project, eight workers repositioned the stones in a radial configuration, altering the original rectangular chamber structure.
The dolmen represents a burial site from the Neolithic period, demonstrating how early communities constructed monuments for their deceased members.
Located at coordinates 50°40′43″N and 2°33′33″W, the site includes walking paths connected to a 6-mile circular route through Portesham.
The rectangular mound containing the burial chamber measures 24 meters in length and varies from 12 to 8 meters in width.
Location: Portesham
GPS coordinates: 50.67861,-2.55922
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:19
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