Uley Long Barrow (Hetty Pegler’s Tump)
A partially reconstructed Neolithic burial mound, known locally as Hetty Pegler’s Tump, on the Cotswold escarpment above the Severn Vale.
Opening hours
Open any reasonable time during daylight hours. Free entry. Access is by foot from the road and nearby paths; surfaces can be muddy and uneven.
Location: Crawley Hill, near Uley, Gloucestershire GL11 5BH
A little more time
Uley Long Barrow, better known as Hetty Pegler’s Tump, is one of the Cotswolds’ most characterful prehistoric sites. The grassy mound and stone entrance sit in a field above Uley, with the Severn Vale opening out beyond. It is a small destination, but the combination of age, views and the unusual walk into the chamber makes it memorable.
What to expect
The barrow was built around 3000 BC and used for communal burials. The entrance stones and chamber have been repaired over time, so you can see the basic plan without needing specialist knowledge. Look for the contrast between the dark, enclosed interior and the bright escarpment outside; that change is part of the experience.
Make it part of a day
Walk the short link to Nympsfield Long Barrow for two very different Neolithic monuments, or continue along the Cotswold Way. Stroud’s canal basin and market make an easy finish if you want food and shops afterwards.
Plan the visit
The site is free and open in daylight, but it is reached on foot and the approach can be muddy. There are no facilities at the barrow itself. Bring a torch if you want to look into the chamber, keep dogs under control around livestock and avoid climbing on the stones.