Uley Bury

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Uley Bury, Iron Age hill fort in Gloucestershire, England.

The archaeological site spans 32 acres with double ramparts extending over a mile along the Cotswold escarpment at 750 feet above sea level.

Excavations from the 1970s revealed numerous artifacts including iron currency bars, quern stones, a brooch, and both gold Dobunni and silver Roman coins.

The site stands among several hill forts along the Cotswold escarpment, demonstrating the settlement patterns of ancient British communities from 300 BC to 100 AD.

Visitors can access the fort through public footpaths from the B4066 road at Crawley Hill or via the Cotswold Way walking trail.

The location contains a Site of Special Scientific Interest with fossil-rich strata known as the Cephalopod Bed, featuring numerous ammonite specimens.

Location: Uley

GPS coordinates: 51.68855,-2.31314

Latest update: March 7, 2025 22:54

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