Bant's Carn

Bant's Carn is a prehistoric tomb on one of the Isles of Scilly featuring a chamber and entrance passage. The chamber was built to hold cremated remains and covered by large stone slabs.

The tomb was built during the late Stone Age and saw use across multiple periods. It reveals how these islands were continuously settled from early times through later bronze-working cultures.

The tomb represents burial practices of early island communities and stands as one of many similar structures across the archipelago. The design reflects the spiritual beliefs and social organization of its builders.

The site is freely accessible and located in a quiet area with walking paths nearby. The nearest village provides basic services and accommodation options for visitors.

Excavations uncovered hundreds of decorated pottery fragments that were carefully arranged around the chamber entrance. These finds reveal the artistic skill and burial rituals of these early communities.

Operator: English Heritage

Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/bants-carn-burial-chamber-and-halangy-down-ancient-village

GPS coordinates: 49.93082,-6.30742

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:44