Castercliff

Castercliff encompasses triple rubble ramparts reaching 1.5 meters in height, with matching depth ditches surrounding an oval area of 115 by 76 meters.

Archaeological evidence suggests the construction of this Iron Age fortification began around 510 BCE, though excavations indicate the structure was never fully completed.

The fort's position on the western edge of South Pennines demonstrates the military engineering capabilities of Iron Age communities in northern England.

The site requires careful navigation due to old coal mining bell pits scattered both inside and outside the fortification boundaries.

Despite its elevated position at 280 meters above sea level, archaeologists found no evidence of human occupation during excavations conducted in the 1970s.

Location: Lancashire

Location: Nelson

GPS coordinates: 53.84170,-2.17648

Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:39