In and Around South Charlton, People and Places
Evidence for human activity in and around South Charlton stretches back several thousands of years. From earliest Neolithic burial sites, through possible Roman marching camps to nineteenth century industrial and farming development – a vast canvas of human history has been painted on our landscape.
Walk 3 - West Linkhill Circular
Directions
Go back along the road back towards the A1. Take the track off to the left along a green lonnen toward West Linkhill. The right of way passes through the plantation, crosses a field and arrives at Linkhall, adjacent to the A1. It is possible to retrace your steps on the right of way by entering the plantation further down. Cross through the plantation and then complete the walk up to Brockley Hall Farm. Emerging onto a small road, it then takes you back into the village of South Charlton.
Tumulus
A tumulus rises from the surrounding field at this point. A tumulus (plural tumuli, from the Latin word for mound or small hill, from the root tum- "to bulge, swell") is a mound of Soil earth and stones which was raised over a grave or graves. As far as records go, there is no evidence of any excavation at this site and nor have any artefacts been found