Cley Hill, Iron Age hillfort in Corsley, England.
The chalk grassland hill reaches 244 meters in elevation and contains various ecological zones supporting more than 100 plant species and numerous butterflies.
The site features Bronze Age burial mounds, an Iron Age hillfort with defensive ramparts, and medieval agricultural terraces carved into its southern slopes.
According to local folklore, the hill formed when the devil dropped a sack of earth during his unsuccessful attempt to bury the town of Devizes.
The National Trust manages public access to the site, with free parking available near the A36 junction and a 10-minute walking path to reach the summit.
The hill serves as a habitat for the Adonis blue butterfly population, which frequents the location due to the presence of horseshoe vetch plants.
Location: Corsley
GPS coordinates: 51.20308,-2.23326
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:34
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