La Sergenté

Jersey, United Kingdom

La Sergenté is a Neolithic (4500 - 3250BC) passage grave leading into a circular chamber of diameter of 3.3m. The chamber walls are of dry stone construction and stand to a height of 75cm but originally would have risen to about 1.5m forming a vaulted roof. The fallen remains of this roof were found during excavtion in 1923. The chamber was paved with flat granite slabs except for a small partitioned off area on the west side.Parts of four, round bottomed, early Neolithic bowls, a few flint chips and fragments of charcoal were recovered during excavation. Though the style is unique to the Channel Islands this simple tomb is very similar to examples found in Brittany and Normandy.

References:

Prehistoric Jersey

Prehistoric and archaeological sites in United Kingdom

Address

Parcq de l'Œillère, Jersey, United Kingdom

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Details

Founded: 4500 - 3250 BC
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in United Kingdom

More Information

www.megalithic.co.uk
www.prehistoricjersey.net

Rating

4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Rui Santos (9 months ago)
Excellent walk

Tracy T (2 years ago)
A superb small tomb in an excellent location and well worth the climb

John De Carteret (2 years ago)
An incredible 6,500 year old Neolithic passage grave which has survived until a couple of days ago when someone smashed an upright stone part of the kisk...!

Timothy Frojd (3 years ago)
The oldest dolmen in the Channel islands of this type. The view from the dolmen is also amazing, overlooking St Ouen's bay and also Corbiere lighthouse in the distance. If you're into prehistoric places, or like great views, then this is the place to visit.

Sonja Latimer (5 years ago)
Perfect spot for stunning views, great dog walks and golden sunsets. Amazing dolmen, another treasure.

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