Eggardon Hill

Eggardon Hill

Iron Age hill fort and downland with views across the Marshwood Vale to the coast

A great place for walking, flying kites or simply taking in the extensive views of the surrounding countryside and the English Channel in the distance.

The hill fort itself is about 2,500 years old, but originally there were two Bronze Age burial mounds on the summit. It's also an old smuggling spot - in the 18th century, Isaac Gulliver took advantage of the hill's commanding position and created a small plantation of trees to act as a landmark for his ships and help guide them to the coast.

The hill fort is definitely best explored on foot. The fantastic views and diverse wildlife of Eggardon can only be appreciated on a rewarding walk, and what better way to spend a beautiful crisp winter's day?

Note: We own the sourthern half of the fort; the northern half is privately owned.

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History
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Venue Address: 
Nr Askerwell
Bridport
Dorset
DT2 9EP
United Kingdom
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01297 489481
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