Coetan Arthur facts for kids

Coetan Arthur dolmen

Coetan Arthur, also known as Arthur's Quoit, is a very old stone structure in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is the remains of a Neolithic burial chamber, which is also called a quoit. This amazing site dates back to around 3000 BCE, which is about 5,000 years ago! It is located on a hillside close to St David's Head.

What is Coetan Arthur?

Coetan Arthur is what's left of an ancient burial chamber. These types of structures are often called dolmens. A dolmen is usually made of large upright stones that support a huge flat stone on top. This particular site is thought to have been part of a larger "passage grave" with a round mound of earth, called a barrow.

An Ancient Burial Place

The structure you see today is a collapsed chamber. It once held the remains of people from the Stone Age. The biggest stone, called the capstone, is huge! It measures about 6 metres (20 feet) long and 2.5 metres (8 feet) wide. This massive stone is held up on one side by a single upright stone, called an orthostat. This orthostat is about 1.5 metres (5 feet) tall. Imagine how strong the people were who moved these stones!

Where is This Stone Structure?

Coetan Arthur is found in a beautiful part of Wales. It sits on a hillside near St David's Head in Pembrokeshire. This area is known for its stunning coastal views and ancient history. It's a great place to visit and imagine life thousands of years ago.

Protecting This Historic Site

This important historical site is looked after by the National Trust. The National Trust helps protect special places in the UK. Coetan Arthur is also a "scheduled ancient monument". This means it's officially recognized as a very important historical site. It is protected by law to make sure it lasts for many more generations to see and learn from.

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  Sunset at Coetan Arthur

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  The cromlech, with Holly Island in the background

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