Windmill Hill, Neolithic causewayed enclosure in Wiltshire, England
Three concentric segmented ditches with internal earth banks surround the hilltop, creating a circular pattern with a diameter of 365 meters.
The site dates back to 3800 BC when early farmers created pits and established settlements, marking the beginning of agricultural practices in the region.
Archaeological excavations revealed substantial collections of human and animal bones in the ditches, indicating ceremonial practices of Neolithic communities.
The archaeological site stands under the management of English Heritage and offers direct access through maintained pathways from the nearby village of Avebury.
The location contains the largest known causewayed enclosure in Britain, covering 21 acres of prehistoric architectural evidence.
Location: Avebury
Location: Winterbourne Monkton
Part of: Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Avebury and Associated Monuments
Website: https://english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/windmill-hill
GPS coordinates: 51.44085,-1.87200
Latest update: June 3, 2025 19:44
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