Little Solsbury Hill

Little Solsbury Hill is an Iron Age hill fort in Bath and North East Somerset with a triangular layout enclosed by a single rampart of dry stone. The fort sits at an elevated position offering views across the valley and surrounding countryside.

Celtic people built and fortified the settlement between 300 and 100 BC as a defended community. The fort was abandoned before Roman times arrived, marking a shift in how the region was inhabited.

The name may come from an ancient Celtic word connected to the sun and sacred places in the region. Walking through the fort today, you can sense how its elevated position made it a place of importance for the people who lived there.

The site lies near Batheaston village and is accessible on foot, though it has no facilities or shelter at the summit. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear as the ground is uneven and exposed.

Excavations revealed more than 50 round house locations within the fort, showing how densely the settlement was packed. This discovery helps visitors picture what daily life might have looked like for the entire community living on this hilltop.

Location: Batheaston

Elevation above the sea: 191 m

Website: https://nationaltrust.org.uk/bath-skyline/features/little-solsbury-hill

GPS coordinates: 51.41008,-2.33428

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:25