Wandlebury Hill Fort, Iron Age hillfort in Stapleford, England
Wandlebury Hill Fort is a circular fortification with double defensive ditches and earthen ramparts made of chalk and soil, positioned on elevated ground. The site spans roughly 6 hectares and displays the defensive structures clearly enough that visitors can trace them while walking the grounds.
The fort was built around 400 BC and served as a settlement for the Iceni tribe before Roman presence became established in the area. Pottery and coins found there provide evidence of these early inhabitants and their later contact with Rome.
The site appears in medieval English literature under a different name, connecting it to stories of knights and adventure from centuries past. Walking through the grounds today, visitors can sense this connection to tales that people told and retold over generations.
The site is open to visitors who can explore the earthworks and fortification structures at their own pace without restrictions. Comfortable walking shoes and time to navigate uneven ground are recommended for a proper visit.
A world-class racing horse lived on the grounds and influenced the development of thoroughbred breeding. The animal contributed to establishing bloodlines that continue to shape horse racing today.
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