
H 298 x W 210 mm
179 pages
67 figures, 26 plates (black and white throughout)
Published Jun 1984
ISBN
Paperback: 9780947846008
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This volume details excavations of two Severn-Cotswold chambered cairns—Gwernvale and Penywyrlod—revealing their structure, multi-period use, burial rituals, and remains. It offers key insights into the spread of these tombs into Brecknockshire, supported by photos and reconstructions.
List of Figures
List of Plates
Part 1 – Neolithic Long Cairns in the Black Mountains by W.J. Britnell
Part 2 – The Penywyrlod Long Cairn, Talgarth, Brecknock by H.N. Savory
Introduction
Chapter I: Description
Chapter II: The Finds
Chapter III: Discussion
Appendix: The Human and Animal Remains
Part 3 – The Gwernvale Long Cairn, Crockhowell, Brecknock by W.J. Britnell
Introduction
Chapter I: The Structures Revealed by Excavation
Chapter II: The Finds
Chapter III: Discussion
Appendix I: Details of Features
Appendix II: Radiocarbon Dating
Appendix III: The Human and Animal Bone Remains
Appendix IV: Petrological Examination of an axe fragment from Gwernvale
Bibliography
Index