Cadbury Camp

Cadbury Camp is an Iron Age fortified settlement on a hilltop near Tickenham, surrounded by double ramparts and defensive ditches. The site sits around 100 meters above sea level and commands views across the Bristol Channel towards South Wales.

The fort was built during the Iron Age and shows evidence of use spanning many centuries. Excavations in the 1920s uncovered pottery and limestone rubble, revealing occupation from both the Iron Age and the Roman period.

The name comes from Anglo-Saxon language, where 'Cada's byrig' meant a fortified settlement belonging to someone called Cada. Other places across England share this naming pattern, reflecting how such settlements were identified in ancient times.

The site is open to visitors on foot, allowing you to walk along the old ramparts and explore the fort's structure. Visit during clear weather when the paths are easy to navigate and the views across the channel are visible.

During World War II, the fort was repurposed as a site for disposing of unexploded bombs and housed a military searchlight battery. This unexpected wartime use shows how ancient sites were reactivated during modern conflict.

Location: Tickenham

GPS coordinates: 51.44860,-2.78680

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:03