Uley Long Barrow (Hetty Pegler's Tump)
Step into a 5,000-year-old Neolithic tomb in the Cotswolds: explore Hetty Pegler’s Tump, a chambered long barrow with a hauntingly peaceful atmosphere.
Uley Long Barrow, locally known as Hetty Pegler’s Tump, is a 5,000-year-old Neolithic chambered tomb near Uley in Gloucestershire. This impressive long barrow, part of the Cotswold–Severn group, features a cruciform layout with a central passage and burial chambers you can enter. Partially reconstructed in the 19th century, it offers a rare, atmospheric glimpse into prehistoric burial practices, set in a peaceful field with views over the Severn Valley. Entry is free and open during daylight hours, making it a compelling stop for history lovers and walkers exploring the Cotswolds.
A brief summary to Uley Long Barrow (Hetty Pegler's Tump)
- Dursley, Uley, GL11 5AR, GB
- +443703331181
- Visit website
- Duration: 0.5 to 1.5 hours
- Free
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Outdoor
- Mobile reception: 3 out of 5
Local tips
- Bring a torch – the interior chambers are dark, and a good light is essential to see the stonework and explore safely.
- Wear sturdy footwear and be prepared for a short walk across a field; the ground can be muddy after rain.
- Visit on a clear day to enjoy the views over the Severn Valley from the barrow’s elevated position.
- Combine your visit with other nearby long barrows like Belas Knap and Nympsfield for a full day exploring Cotswold Neolithic history.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Seating Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Getting There
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By car
From Dursley, follow the A38 towards Uley, then take local roads to the village. A small layby opposite the signed footpath provides limited parking for one or two cars; from there it’s a short walk across a field to the barrow. Parking is free, but take care crossing the road.
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On foot
From Uley village, follow public footpaths across fields to Hetty Pegler’s Tump. The walk is about 15–20 minutes on well-marked paths, suitable for walkers with sturdy footwear, though the ground can be muddy after rain.
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By public transport
Take a train to Cam and Dursley station, then a local bus or taxi to Uley village. From there, follow footpaths to the barrow; allow 30–40 minutes walking time from the village centre.
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Discover more about Uley Long Barrow (Hetty Pegler's Tump)
Ancient Tomb in the Cotswolds
Uley Long Barrow, better known locally as Hetty Pegler’s Tump, is a Neolithic chambered tomb dating back at least 5,000 years. Standing 37 metres long and built from local Cotswold stone, it is one of the best-preserved examples of the Cotswold–Severn group of long barrows. The mound was originally a communal burial place, used over generations to inter the dead in its stone chambers. Its name comes from Hester Pegler, a 17th-century landowner whose family once held the surrounding land, giving the barrow its evocative local nickname.Structure and Chambered Interior
The barrow has a transepted, cruciform plan: a central passage leads to an end chamber and two side chambers on the south side, with evidence of matching chambers on the north that were later damaged. Today’s structure is largely the result of 19th-century excavation and reconstruction by Dr John Thurnham in 1854, with later repairs helping to stabilise the mound. Visitors can crawl into the chambers, where the low, stone-walled passages and domed roofs create an intimate, otherworldly atmosphere. Two of the five original chambers are now blocked, but the accessible ones still convey the scale and effort involved in building such a monument with Neolithic tools and labour.History of Excavation and Use
The first recorded excavation took place in 1821, when workmen digging for road stone uncovered the tomb and found the remains of at least 15 skeletons, along with Neolithic pottery and animal bones, including wild boar. Later digs in the 19th century revealed more human remains, including skulls and animal teeth, and showed that the barrow had been disturbed in Roman times and possibly again in the Middle Ages. Coins and broken pottery found inside suggest repeated visits over millennia, perhaps for ritual or curiosity. Most of the human bones were later reburied in Uley churchyard, leaving the barrow as a monument rather than a display of human remains.Atmosphere and Visitor Experience
Approaching Hetty Pegler’s Tump across a field, the long, grassy mound stands out dramatically against the rolling Cotswold landscape. Inside, the chambers are cool, quiet, and dim, with the warm honey-coloured stone creating a surprisingly calm and contemplative space rather than a spooky one. A torch is essential to appreciate the stonework and explore the full length of the passage. The site feels remote and timeless, offering a tangible connection to the beliefs and funerary practices of Britain’s earliest farming communities. It’s a place that invites reflection on how ancient people lived, died, and honoured their ancestors.Setting and Practical Access
The barrow sits in a farmer’s field near the village of Uley, with open access during daylight hours and no admission charge. There is no on-site visitor centre or facilities, but toilets, food, and shops are available a short drive away in nearby towns like Dursley and Stroud. Parking is limited to a small layby opposite the footpath, so visitors should be prepared for a short walk across a field. Dogs on leads are welcome, and the surrounding countryside offers pleasant walks, especially in spring when bluebells may bloom nearby. The site is managed as a scheduled monument, so visitors are asked to respect the structure and leave no trace.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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