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Uffington Castle Hillfort

Uffington Castle Hillfort

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Uffington Castle Hillfort

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North Wessex Downs National Landscape

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Location: Uffington, Vale Of White Horse, Oxfordshire, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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Kit P

April 1, 2021

Hiking

On White Horse Hill, this large hillfort dates back to the Iron Age and lies next to the extraordinary Uffington White Horse, a prehistoric chalk figure. Combined, they make for a wonderful site to ramble about. The fort lies on the ancient Ridgeway, Britain's oldest road and numerous other hillforts reside in the area.

Richard

May 29, 2021

Hiking

Great views, ancient history and the while horse - a must stop point on the Ridgeway.

Sharon

February 8, 2023

Hiking

Uffington ‘Castle’, which occupies the summit of Whitehorse Hill, is a rare and outstanding example of a large Iron Age hillfort. The famous White Horse is the oldest chalk-cut hill figure in Britain, perhaps over 3,000 years old. Nearby Dragon Hill, a natural mound about 10 metres high, is named for its association with the legend of St George.

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