Chysauster Ancient Village

Chysauster ancient village is a beautiful site to visit. Free entry and car park, there is a walk up to the site and it is impossible for anyone in a wheelchair as there are stiles to climb and a stepped bridge to go over. Mobility wise, I personally have issues but took the time and pace to suit myself and managed and it was so worth it. It is an unmanned site, no staff, you are free to wander and explore at your own leisure. There are sign boards around and the views are stunning. I’d like to have been able to get a guide book from somewhere but alas was unable to. It’s very easy to see why they chose to live here, it’s beautiful and strategic. If you go on a dry day, take a picnic, sit and take your shoes off, connect with our ancestors and enjoy the whole experience.

Really interesting historical site. Nice walk around seeing the remains of the village. Unfortunately the tourist information and facilities are currently closed. Great views.

Great Romano British settlement. Good information boards telling you about the settlement. Short climb along a gravel path from small car park.

I was a little disappointed with this place. On the whole, it was interesting, but there was no one to answer any questions. The shop has been fenced off due to it being a dangerous structure. Also the toilets were closed. It's not really ideal as this place is in the middle of nowhere. Surely, the person who unlocks the gates could do the same with the toilets. The site is maintained with the grass mowed around the mounds and information boards around the site, but more information would be handy.

A very interesting spot in history. A very well put together experience, with information boards explaining it all. Matched with wonderful wildflowers as well. A peaceful and simply stunning spot.

You'll find the site some way down a typical narrow Cornwall lane but it's well worth making the journey if you're a fan of historical sites like this. There's a small car park and restroom on arrival then a bit of a walk and climb up to the site. It's a fascinating place to see given the history. Recommend a visit.

Very moody and interesting.. what they don't tell you is its quite a walk uphill from the car park.. at least 300m.

This well-preserved Iron Age settlement offers a unique look into the past with its ancient stone houses and streets. I had a wonderful time here. Staff was very nice explained all the history as well as the neighbouring sites. Roads coming to here can be very narrow.

So you think your daughter's boyfriend looks like a creep, do you? His bleached blond hair gelled into spikes, his druggy face studded with all kinds of objects, tattoos up the yingyang, bad attitude, ragged clothes, carries a war-ax... Well, he may simply be honoring the Berserker. Southern England is pockmarked with ancient Celt/Viking/Berserker settlements all protected by the English Heritage group (http://www.english-heritage.org.uk) maintained for their educational and historical significance. These ancient warriors fought friend and foe while in a heightened state of uncontrollable fury, a madness known as bärsärkar-gång (going berserk). These were some very bad-ass hombres who'd charge into battle with no armor, no guns and no mercy, just drugged-out ornery bastards with blades. They'd line their settlement walls with the heads of their enemies. Some would ride into battle on small, nimble chariots where they could swing off to stab at a foe and leap back on. As the myth goes, no weapons could harm these "shape-shifters". They were civilization's greatest nightmare and no one wished to be captured alive by any of them. With lemon-bleached hair spiked up with honey, henna tattoos from head to toe, wolf or bear skins their only protection, hopped up on magic mushrooms and alcohol, they were feared by all including their own kind. I don't think I could be their friend. But it's worth a look-see while in this beautifully scenic region of southern England and maybe you could take a second look at your daughter's boyfriend. He just might be showing respect to the ancients. Doubtful, but it's worth a shot. (photos up when I find them)

Fascinating ruins with good signage and education material. This is an English Heritage site and the ranger was quite helpful too. This site was a village from about 34AD to 200AD. It is unique; glad we visited.

What a fantastic and interesting place to spend a couple of hours. Perfectly preserved by English Heritage, this 'relic' shows how our ancestors lived. We strolled around looking inside the buildings and deciding which rooms were which. Stones in the centre with worn areas where corn was ground. Fireplaces for cooking and heating. A wonderful visit and we were glad that we took the time. There would be difficulty for anyone with disabilities to visit the site but, if you can manage it, well worth a visit.