Hill forts · East of England
Galley Hill Iron Age hillfort
In or near Beeston.
Galley Hill Iron Age hillfort — a hill fort in england-london, United Kingdom.
Martin Addison — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Sandy · 1.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Galley Hill Iron Age hillfort is a hill fort located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Galley Hill Iron Age hillfort is located in London. This archaeological site represents a significant remnant of Iron Age fortifications, showcasing the defensive strategies of its time. It is of historical importance due to its age and the insights it provides into early British settlement patterns.
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- Coordinates
- 52.1161, -0.2709
- District
- Central Bedfordshire
- Parish
- Sandy
- Postcode
- SG19 2AB
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Bedfordshire
- Nearest railway station
- Sandy — 1.2 km
Sources
- osm: way/47397606 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Galley Hill Iron Age hillfort?
- Galley Hill Iron Age hillfort is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SG19 2AB), in the parish of Sandy.
- What is Galley Hill Iron Age hillfort?
- Galley Hill Iron Age hillfort — a hill fort in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Galley Hill Iron Age hillfort?
- The nearest railway station is Sandy, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode SG19 2AB.
- Is Galley Hill Iron Age hillfort free to visit?
- Yes, Galley Hill Iron Age hillfort is free to enter.
- How do I get to Galley Hill Iron Age hillfort?
- The nearest railway station is Sandy, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SG19 2AB.