Burrington Camp

Burrington Camp is an Iron Age fortified settlement on a hillside in North Somerset with a rectangular layout. The structure consists of raised earthen banks and ditches that surround the interior, creating a clear defensive boundary from that period.

The settlement was built in two separate construction phases during the Iron Age, as revealed by archaeological investigations. Early inhabitants first constructed a structure that was later modified or expanded to meet the needs of that era.

The site takes its name from the nearby settlement of Burrington and shows through its layout how people of that era organized their community. The visible banks suggest that it served purposes beyond simple defense against attack.

The entrance to the fort is in the northeast section, making it the natural starting point for exploration. The site sits on a hillside, so visitors should expect slopes and wear sturdy footwear.

Inside the enclosure run several parallel earthen banks that puzzle archaeologists about their purpose. These internal structures suggest the site served multiple functions beyond just military defense.