Archaeological sites · East of England
Lexden Earthworks
In or near West Bergholt.
Lexden Earthworks — a archaeological in england-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Colchester · 3.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Lexden Earthworks is a archaeological located in england-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Lexden Earthworks is an archaeological site located in the East of England. It features a series of ancient earthworks, which are believed to date back to the Iron Age. The site is of significant historical interest, reflecting early settlement patterns in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 51.8855, 0.8539
- County
- Essex
- District
- Colchester
- Parish
- Colchester, unparished area
- Postcode
- CO3 9BZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Colchester
- Nearest railway station
- Colchester — 3.1 km
Sources
- osm: node/8622275003 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Lexden Earthworks?
- Lexden Earthworks is in Essex, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode CO3 9BZ), in the parish of Colchester, unparished area.
- What is Lexden Earthworks?
- Lexden Earthworks — a archaeological in england-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Lexden Earthworks?
- The nearest railway station is Colchester, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode CO3 9BZ.
- Is Lexden Earthworks free to visit?
- Yes, Lexden Earthworks is free to enter.
- How do I get to Lexden Earthworks?
- The nearest railway station is Colchester, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CO3 9BZ.