The Beaker People: Migration and Impact on Britain

This chapter discusses the Beaker People, their arrival in Britain, and the impact they had on the local population. The chapter explores the debate surrounding whether the Beaker People were an invading force or peaceful immigrants, and speculates on the reasons why individuals may have chosen to make the journey to Britain. It also mentions the reaction of the locals to the arrival of the Beaker People, including the construction of monuments like Stonehenge and Silbury Hill, as well as the adoption and adaptation of Beaker pottery in different regions of Britain.