Chysauster Ancient Village

Facilities at Chysauster Ancient Village

  • Parking

    V
    There are approximately 15 unmarked spaces in the free site car park, which is located 1/4 mile downhill from the shop entrance and roughly 1/2 mile from the main site. Visitors will need cross a "C" road on foot after parking.
  • Food And Drink

    V
    Bottled drinks and snacks are available to purchase from the shop.
  • Picnic Area

    V

    You are welcome to bring a picnic to eat in the grounds. There is a picnic bench on the site and also large grassed areas on which to lay out your picnic blanket.

  • Shop

    V
    There is a small shop selling a selection of English Heritage gifts and themed souvenirs, as well as a range of bottled drinks and snacks. The shop is located half way between the car park and the site.
  • Toilets

    V
    Male and female toilets, including baby changing facilities, can be found in the car park. Visitors should be aware that there is only cold running water available, and that there are no facilities once on the main site.
  • Dogs

    V

    Dogs on leads are very welcome.

  • Gardens

    V

    Chysauster Ancient Village consists of large grounds, including a wild meadow, identified paths, and seating and rest areas with beautiful views. Varied flora and fauna throughout the season. There are some slopes across the site.

  • Family Friendly

    V

    Baby Changing Facilities

    Male and female toilets, including baby changing facilities, can be found in the car park. Visitors should be aware that there is only cold running water available, and that there are no facilities on the main site itself.

    Play Areas / Adventure Playground

    Although there is no adventure playground, there is plenty of room to run and play in our large open areas. Kites are welcome, however ball games are not.
  • Please Be Aware

    V

    There are a number of rabbit holes so please take care. There may also be some snakes on the site.

  • Guided Tours

    V

    No site tours available.

  • International

    V

    Foreign Language Audio Tours

    Not available.

  • Commercial Photograph And Filming

    V

    English Heritage welcomes amateur photographers to our sites and we hope you will share your pictures of your visit with us on social media.

    If you are looking to use one of our sites for commercial, corporate or professional photography or as a filming location, please contact our filming team as soon as possible to check availability and acquire the relevant permissions and paperwork.

    Due to the delicate nature of our sites, English Heritage does not permit drone flying from or over sites in our care, except by contractors or partners undertaking flights for a specific purpose, who satisfy stringent CAA criteria, have the correct insurances and permissions, and are operating under controlled conditions.

Membership starts from £42

Membership gives you unlimited access to castles and gardens, historic houses and abbeys, and kids go free...

Join Now

UNLIMITED ACCESS TO OVER 400 HISTORIC PLACES

Live and breathe the story of England at royal castles, historic gardens, forts & defences, world-famous prehistoric sites and many others.

FREE ENTRY FOR UP TO SIX CHILDREN

Free entry for up to six children accompanied by an adult member (under 18 years and within the family group).

FREE HANDBOOK TO PLAN INSPIRING DAYS OUT, WORTH £10.95

Complimentary full colour handbook worth £10.95. Plus our award winning Members’ Magazine delivered three times a year.

FREE OR REDUCED ENTRY TO OUR EXCITING EVENTS