Woodhouse Hill Camp, Iron Age hillfort in Frodsham, England
Woodhouse Hill Camp is an Iron Age hillfort in Frodsham featuring natural steep cliffs on its western edge and constructed ramparts along the northern and eastern sides. The site combines natural terrain with human-made defensive structures to create a fortified enclosure.
The fort dates to the Iron Age and served early inhabitants as a fortified settlement location. Archaeological investigation revealed that inhabitants used stone and earth to construct their defensive structures.
The name references the hilltop setting where early inhabitants built their settlement. The earthworks visible today show how those people used and defended their chosen location.
The site sits within Snidley Moor Wood and is accessible to visitors. Expect uneven ground and potentially damp conditions typical of woodland areas.
Rounded stones discovered at the site suggest inhabitants produced projectiles for defense. These finds reveal details about the weapons used by early residents.
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