Ambresbury Banks, Iron Age hillfort in Epping Forest, England
Ambresbury Banks is an Iron Age hillfort in Epping Forest that extends across several hectares of land. The site features an earth bank with an accompanying ditch system designed to protect the interior.
The site dates from the Iron Age when various tribes controlled the region. Excavations have uncovered pottery and flint artifacts from several centuries of occupation.
The site marks an ancient boundary between tribal territories in the region. People have recognized and used this location as a significant place across centuries.
The location is easily reached through public footpaths in the forest and has informational signs on-site. Wearing sturdy shoes is advisable since the ground is uneven and covered with vegetation.
The site offered defenders a strategic view across the surrounding landscape. This elevated position allowed them to monitor movement across great distances.
Location: Waltham Abbey
GPS coordinates: 51.68350,0.07840
Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:05
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