Bincknoll Castle, Iron Age promontory fort in Broad Hinton, England
Description
Bincknoll Castle is a fortified site on a triangular promontory with steep sides in Broad Hinton. The raised mound at its center is roughly 52 meters across and stands about 3 meters above the surrounding ground.
History
The fortification was built after the Norman Conquest by Gilbert of Breteuil to control his five neighboring estates in the area. The site shows signs of habitation across multiple periods, including finds from Roman times.
Culture
The name refers to old fortifications, and today the site is defined mainly by the physical remains that mark the landscape. Visitors can see how the raised ground once served as a defensive point.
Practical
The site sits at about 195 meters above sea level and is accessible via public footpaths that offer good views of the entire layout. Visitors should respect preservation measures and watch their footing on the uneven ground.
Did you know?
Below the mound lies evidence of a deserted medieval hamlet in Bincknoll Dip, visible through earthwork remains. These structures show how settlement once spread across the wider landscape beyond just the fortified center.
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