St. Lythans Burial Chamber

This site can be found in the country north from the town of Barry and West from the city of Cardiff. Isolated on the brow of a hill, St. Lythans presents a classic dolmen appearance. The mound and other structures are not easily identifiable owing to farming and erosion, possibly due to it's more exposed location compared to the nearby Tinkinswood. It can be accessed easily from St. Lythans Road and a small layby near the entrance. The field it stands in is a working field, often cows are grazing. There are no barriers around the dolmen. In the summer it is a good site for a lazy afternoon spent with a picnic and excellent views to the south and west. It is also popular resting place for walkers off the nearby Valeways Heritage Trail. The site also goes by the older name Gwâl y Filast (kennel of the greyhound), a possible link to the story of Culhwch and Olwen whereby a hunting party with dogs led by King Arthur pursue a monstrous wild boar across south Wales.