Blewburton Hill, Iron Age hillfort in Oxfordshire, England
The hill contains a circular fortification with a single rampart and an 11-meter wide entrance positioned on the western side of the structure.
Archaeological investigations revealed three construction phases starting from 550 BC, with the final phase ending around 50 BC during a violent conflict.
The site transformed from an Iron Age settlement into an Anglo-Saxon cemetery, where excavations uncovered multiple burials with accompanying grave items.
The western section of Blewburton Hill remains open to visitors, offering direct access to examine the ancient defensive structures and settlement remains.
Excavations at the entrance revealed horse burials, presenting an unusual archaeological discovery that raises questions about Iron Age ceremonial practices.
Location: Blewbury
GPS coordinates: 51.57160,-1.21251
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:28
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