Belas Knap
What the experts agree on
This 5,000-year-old neolithic burial chamber crowns a Cotswolds hilltop with sweeping views toward Sudeley Castle. The hike itself—via the Cotswold Way from Winchcombe—rivals the modest stone structure, rewarding effort with countryside vistas.
Fodor's "you hike through one of the most enchanting natural domains in England, with views stretching over to Sudeley Castle" Full review
Lonely Planet "Dating from around 3000 BC, Belas Knap is one of the country’s best-preserved neolithic burial chambers, complete with ‘false’ portal leading nowhere. The remains of 31 people were found..." Full review
The Guardian "Beyond, we pass the sleeping-giant hump of Belas Knap long barrow before finally reaching Winchcombe"
