Halliggye Fogou

Halliggye Fogou
View looking into the main passage of Halliggye Fogou (c) English Heritage

Roofed and walled in stone, this complex of passages is the largest and best-preserved of several mysterious underground tunnels associated with Cornish Iron Age settlements. The purpose of such 'fogous' - a Cornish-language word meaning 'cave' - is unknown. Refuges, storage chambers or ritual shrines have all been suggested.

Free entry to the fogou. Entry to the rest of the Trelowarren Estate is charged.

Opening Times:

April 2009 to March 2010Opening TimesOpening Days
Apr-Sep Reasonable daylight hours Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
Oct-Mar (inclusive) Closed

How much does it cost?

Adult:
Free
Children:
Free
Concession:
Free
English Heritage Members:

How do I get there?

Road Access:
5 miles SE of Helston off B3293. E of Garras on Trelowarren Estate
Train Access:
Penryn 10 miles
Bus Access:
Truronian T2 from Truro
Map Location:

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Parking Dogs allowed on leads
Parking:
Car parking is free to members on production of a membership card.

Further Info

There is a charge payable for the parking (Free to members producing a membership card)
Managed By: Trelowarren Estate.
Visitors are advised to bring a torch.

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