We are pleased to share that the Soulton Long Barrow has been featured in The Times “News in Pictures” this week, showcasing a remarkable photograph by Andrew Fusek Peters.
Screenshot of Andrew’s picturein THE TIMES news in pictures
The image captures the precise moment the winter sun aligns with the barrow’s stained-glass window. The resulting refraction creates a spectrum of color across the interior stone chamber—a phenomenon that only occurs during the brief window of the solstice.
A Collaboration of Vision and Skill
We would like to extend our sincere congratulations to Andrew Fusek Peters for this feature. Capturing this alignment requires immense patience and technical skill, waiting for the exact second the weather and the sun’s angle cooperate. His work perfectly documents the architectural intent of the monument.
About the Monument
The Soulton Long Barrow was built and is operated by Sacred Stones. Designed as a modern take on ancient Neolithic traditions, it serves as a peaceful final resting place for cremation ashes.
The barrow was engineered specifically to interact with the landscape and the movement of the sun, providing a timeless environment for remembrance. For those interested in this unique setting, the barrow is an active site with niches still available.
We are grateful to Andrew for his dedication to capturing the barrow in such a striking light, and to The Times for highlighting this quiet corner of the Shropshire landscape.
Update
We also noticed this story make it into our local press in the Whitchurch Herald and Shropshire Star.
