Cow Castle, Iron Age hillfort in Exmoor National Park, England.
The fort stands 60 meters above the River Barle, featuring a single rampart and ditch that encircle an area of 1.2 hectares of sloping terrain.
The hillfort emerged during the transition between Bronze and Iron Ages, reflecting social changes linked to iron production and alterations in trade routes.
The site holds several archaeological discoveries that demonstrate the settlement patterns and defensive strategies of Iron Age communities in southwestern England.
Visitors can reach Cow Castle through a 3-kilometer walking path from Simonsbath, with parking facilities available at the starting point.
The rampart rises to 2 meters in height, incorporating natural slopes that eliminated the need for continuous defensive ditches around the perimeter.
Location: Exmoor
GPS coordinates: 51.12274,-3.72373
Latest update: March 5, 2025 06:24
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