Burledge Hill, Iron Age hillfort and nature reserve in West Harptree, England
Burledge Hill extends over 48 hectares of grassland and scrub, featuring ancient earthworks and meadows filled with crested dog's tail and common knapweed.
Archaeological excavations in 1955, 1959, and 1966 uncovered postholes, ditches, pits, and artifacts including animal bones, pottery, and iron slag from metalworking activities.
The hillfort construction reflected social changes during the Bronze to Iron Age transition, marking shifts in trading patterns and impacts on local community structures.
Located at coordinates 51.3241, -2.6013, this protected site combines opportunities for nature observation with archaeological exploration in the Mendip Hills region.
Within the designated Site of Special Scientific Interest, visitors might spot willow warblers, garden warblers, and whitethroats among unimproved neutral grassland communities.
Location: West Harptree
GPS coordinates: 51.32410,-2.60130
Latest update: March 6, 2025 23:42
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