Harold’s Stones

Harold's Stones (also known as Trellech, Triligh or Trelleck Stones) near Trellech are three large standing stones on a 12 metre alignment, probably erected in the Bronze Age (3500 AD).

The village of Trellech (tri = three, Llech = flat stone) takes its name from the stones. They are known locally as ‘Harold's Stones as they are said to have been erected by Harold, the last Saxon king, to commemorate his victory over the British in 1063. According to another legend, the stones were hurled here by the mythical giant Jack O'Kent from Mount Ysgyryd Fawr, 23 kilometres away.