Cissbury Ring, Iron Age hillfort and Neolithic flint mine in West Sussex, England.
The defensive enclosure spans 60 acres with circular earthworks, substantial banks, and deep ditches encircling the summit of the chalk hills.
From 250 BC, inhabitants constructed extensive fortifications, while 270 mine shafts were excavated for flint extraction during the Neolithic period.
Archaeological excavations since 1849 have revealed evidence of continuous human settlement, mining practices, and defensive strategies spanning multiple generations.
The National Trust maintains marked walking paths throughout the site, with interpretive panels explaining the historical features and geological formations.
The site contains the largest hillfort in Sussex, with mine shafts reaching depths of 12 meters through chalk layers used for Neolithic tool production.
Location: West Sussex
Part of: Cissbury Ring hillfort, prehistoric flint mine and associated remains
GPS coordinates: 50.86198,-0.38055
Latest update: March 3, 2025 08:17
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