Burrough Hill, Iron Age hillfort and archaeological summit in Leicestershire, England
The trapezoidal fort covers 12 acres with ramparts made of stone and earth, rising 210 meters above sea level near Melton Mowbray.
The settlement reached its peak between 100 BC and AD 50, demonstrating extensive trade networks through artifacts found during archaeological investigations.
Medieval residents gathered at the hill for traditional fairs and social events, with historical records documenting games and festivities on the grounds.
Located at Somerby Road, Burrough on the Hill, LE14 2QZ, the 86-acre country park remains open to visitors during daylight hours.
Recent excavations revealed bronze chariot fittings, indicating that certain inhabitants maintained elevated social positions within the Iron Age community.
Location: Somerby
Inception: 1 Millenium
Website: https://leicscountryparks.org.uk/burrough-hill-country-park
GPS coordinates: 52.69908,-0.87448
Latest update: March 6, 2025 04:23
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Owston Abbey
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Burrough on the Hill Manor
1.2 km
Church of St Andrew
3.6 km
Church of All Saints
2.5 km
Church of All Saints
2.3 km
Church of St James
2.2 km
Church of St Peter
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Church of St Mary the Virgin
1.1 km
Church of St Swithin
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Church of St Michael
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Church of St James
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St Andrew's Church
4.1 km
Great Dalby War Memorial
3.1 km
The Old Post Office And Adjoining Outbuiding
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Pickwell War Memorial
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The Fox And Hounds
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Squires Monument, 5 Metres North West Of Church Of St James
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The Royal Oak
3.1 km
John O'Gaunt railway viaduct
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Whitehouse Farmhouse
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Manor Farmhouse and Adjoining Outbuildings
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Worth House And Service Wing
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Hill Close
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Manor Farmhouse
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Pump And Flanking Wall
4.3 km
Somerby House
2.3 km
Barn And Outbuildings To North Of Pickwell Manor
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