Sutton Walls Hill Fort, Iron Age hill fort near Marden, England
The elongated ovoid fortification stands on elevated ground between Sutton St Nicholas and Marden, featuring defensive earthworks and ramparts spanning 10 hectares.
Excavations between 1948 and 1951 revealed foundations of roundhouses, cooking hearths, and corn-drying ovens dating from the second century BC to third century AD.
The site contains evidence of continuous settlement patterns from Neolithic times through the Middle Ages, demonstrating the evolution of local communities over millennia.
The Sutton Walls Conservation Group manages site access and conducts regular ecological assessments to protect both archaeological remains and local wildlife populations.
Twenty-four decapitated skeletons discovered near the west entrance suggest a violent conflict, potentially linked to Roman invasion or the murder of King Ethelbert.
Location: Marden
Location: Sutton
GPS coordinates: 52.11378,-2.69507
Latest update: March 5, 2025 23:00
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