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Uffington Castle Hillfort

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This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: 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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1. Uffington White Horse & Wayland's Smithy loop — North Wessex Downs

6.24km

01:41

80m

Intermediate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. White Horse Hill Circular Walk — North Wessex Downs

6.80km

01:56

160m

Intermediate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Uffington Castle Hillfort – Wayland's Smithy Long Barrow loop from Uffington

14.6km

03:58

200m

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

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Kit P

April 1, 2021

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

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

Sharon

February 8, 2023

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

Uffington Castle Hillfort

1. Uffington White Horse & Wayland's Smithy loop — North Wessex Downs

2. White Horse Hill Circular Walk — North Wessex Downs

3. Uffington Castle Hillfort – Wayland's Smithy Long Barrow loop from Uffington

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