*Please check the Chysauster Ancient Village website for our official opening hours. This Romano-British settlement was originally occupied almost 2,000 years ago and is one of the finest examples of such in the country. The village was made up of of stone-walled homesteads known as 'courtyard houses', found only on the Land's End peninsula and the Isles of Scilly. The houses line a 'village street', and each had an open central courtyard surrounded by a number of thatched rooms.
You'll find the site some way down a typical narrow Cornwall lane but it's well worth making the journey if you're a fan of historical sites like this. There's a small car park and restroom on arrival then a bit of a walk and climb up to the site. It's a fascinating place to see given the history. Recommend a visit.
This well-preserved Iron Age settlement offers a unique look into the past with its ancient stone houses and streets. I had a wonderful time here. Staff was very nice explained all the history as well as the neighbouring sites. Roads coming to here can be very narrow.
Wonderful experience. The walking paths are very accessible but probably a bit steep for mobility scooters. The views are breathtaking! It is very interesting to see how this village was set up all those years ago. What really stuns me is how these huge pieces of rock were moved by hand. Very much worth a stop!
I enjoyed this landmark and am a little loathed to give it 4 stars but I'm not sure about the value for money aspect. I loved the village and walking around the imprint of the houses, it's quite atmospheric. The effort that went into the rebuild in the 1930s must have been immense. It was PS9.50 for adult entry which is quite expensive for what it is. I can imagine there are associated maintainance costs but due to the rewilding it is quite difficult to actually see the village any more and the tunnel was quite disappointing as all you can see is a mound and a metal grille that is overgrown. I am a real fan of English Heritage but I feel they could do better here. Practical elements are that there is a car park with toilets and then over the road, an uphill walk to the shop/ticket hut. The route around is a grass path and there is a viewing platform at the top. It was very quiet, but it was drizzling.
It's worth the trouble...narrow lanes, bad directions, long gravel path, two sets of steps at the top of a hill. Yes if you want to be transported back in time and stand in the homes of these ancient people then this is a hidden gem. Be very wary of the satnav coordinates or you might end up on a narrow private drive. The path is long, with two sets of wooden steps but it is very well maintained, and there's even a shop in a posh shed at the entrance serving as the ticket office. The gorse and heathers growing on walls gives the site a magical beauty, you can almost hear voices echoing as you walk around.
It cost 8.50 for adult ticket. There are 10 houses to explore. Ground was very soggy when i visited, there are no gravel walkways only cut grass, so it was very wet in places under feet. I think this is must visit place. So much history. Very well preserved. There is small free car park, only 5-10min walk uphill to reach the village. There are toilets in a car park.
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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You'll find the site some way down a typical narrow Cornwall lane but it's well worth making the journey if you're a fan of historical sites like this. There's a small car park and restroom on arrival then a bit of a walk and climb up to the site. It's a fascinating place to see given the history. Recommend a visit.
This well-preserved Iron Age settlement offers a unique look into the past with its ancient stone houses and streets. I had a wonderful time here. Staff was very nice explained all the history as well as the neighbouring sites. Roads coming to here can be very narrow.
Wonderful experience. The walking paths are very accessible but probably a bit steep for mobility scooters. The views are breathtaking! It is very interesting to see how this village was set up all those years ago. What really stuns me is how these huge pieces of rock were moved by hand. Very much worth a stop!
I enjoyed this landmark and am a little loathed to give it 4 stars but I'm not sure about the value for money aspect. I loved the village and walking around the imprint of the houses, it's quite atmospheric. The effort that went into the rebuild in the 1930s must have been immense. It was PS9.50 for adult entry which is quite expensive for what it is. I can imagine there are associated maintainance costs but due to the rewilding it is quite difficult to actually see the village any more and the tunnel was quite disappointing as all you can see is a mound and a metal grille that is overgrown. I am a real fan of English Heritage but I feel they could do better here. Practical elements are that there is a car park with toilets and then over the road, an uphill walk to the shop/ticket hut. The route around is a grass path and there is a viewing platform at the top. It was very quiet, but it was drizzling.
It's worth the trouble...narrow lanes, bad directions, long gravel path, two sets of steps at the top of a hill. Yes if you want to be transported back in time and stand in the homes of these ancient people then this is a hidden gem. Be very wary of the satnav coordinates or you might end up on a narrow private drive. The path is long, with two sets of wooden steps but it is very well maintained, and there's even a shop in a posh shed at the entrance serving as the ticket office. The gorse and heathers growing on walls gives the site a magical beauty, you can almost hear voices echoing as you walk around.
It cost 8.50 for adult ticket. There are 10 houses to explore. Ground was very soggy when i visited, there are no gravel walkways only cut grass, so it was very wet in places under feet. I think this is must visit place. So much history. Very well preserved. There is small free car park, only 5-10min walk uphill to reach the village. There are toilets in a car park.
