Hardwell Castle, Iron Age valley fort in Compton Beauchamp, Great Britain.
The hillfort features a double vallum structure measuring 140 by 180 feet, positioned halfway down the scarp slope of the White Horse Hills.
Designated as a Scheduled Monument in 1958, Hardwell Castle represents an ancient fortification dating back to the Iron Age period in southern England.
The fort holds strong connections to nearby historical landmarks, including Uffington Castle and Cherbury Camp, forming part of the regional archaeological landscape.
The site coordinates at 51°34′42″N 1°35′14″W place it 2 miles from Uffington and 1 mile from major transport routes in Oxfordshire.
Unlike traditional hillforts of its era, this fortification sits in an unusual position that conceals it from most viewing angles.
GPS coordinates: 51.57844,-1.58723
Latest update: March 7, 2025 05:59
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