Chiselbury, Iron Age hillfort in Fovant, England
The circular earthen fortification encompasses 10.5 acres of land with a rampart reaching 3.6 meters in height and an external ditch of 1.6 meters depth.
Archaeological investigations revealed Iron Age pottery, a lead spindle whorl, and Roman coins from Constantine I's period near and within the fortification's boundaries.
The site connects ancient defensive architecture with military heritage through its proximity to the Fovant Badges, carved during World War I by stationed soldiers.
Multiple public footpaths and bridleways from the east and south lead visitors to this scheduled monument, which stands at 201 meters above ordnance datum.
Two cross dykes border the fortification, with the northern one extending 90 meters and the southern one stretching 180 meters across the landscape.
Location: Fovant
GPS coordinates: 51.05220,-1.97570
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:53
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