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Castle Ring Iron Age Hill Fort

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Castle Ring Iron Age Hill Fort

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    December 14, 2020

    Hiking

    Castle Ring is an Iron Age hill fort that occupies the highest spot in Cannock Chase. Roughly 2,500 years old, the fort would have been an important settlement in Iron Age Britain and is believed to have been occupied by Celtic tribe, the Cornovii. Castle Ring is listed as a Scheduled Ancient Monument.

    May 5, 2018

    Hiking

    Castle Ring is a 2,500 year old Iron Age hill fort that was home to the Celtic Cornovi tribe.
    Also a car park to start some fantastic walks in Cannock Chase.
    Free parking. Always good to know. (The Cannock Chase Visitor centre is £6 for the day)

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    1. Castle Ring loop – Cannock Chase

    9.78km

    02:43

    180m

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 240 m

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    Location: Cannock Wood, Cannock Chase, Staffordshire, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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