Archaeological sites · South West England
Maes Knoll
In or near Chewton Keynsham.
Maes Knoll — a archaeological in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Parson Street · 5.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Maes Knoll is a archaeological located in england-south-west, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Maes Knoll is an Iron Age hill fort located in Somerset, England. It features a large fortified area with ramparts and offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including Bristol and Bath. The site is a Scheduled Ancient Monument and reflects the historical significance of hill forts in Britain.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Severn Estuary SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Maes Knoll is an archaeological site located in South-West England. It is notable for its ancient earthworks, which date back to the prehistoric period. The site provides insight into early settlement patterns and land use in the region.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 51.3916, -2.5761
- District
- Bath and North East Somerset
- Parish
- Norton Malreward
- Postcode
- BS39 4EY
- Parliamentary constituency
- North East Somerset and Hanham
- Nearest railway station
- Parson Street — 5.1 km
- Official site
- en.wikipedia.org
Sources
- osm: way/236029256 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Maes Knoll?
- Maes Knoll is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BS39 4EY), in the parish of Norton Malreward.
- What is Maes Knoll?
- Maes Knoll — a archaeological in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Maes Knoll?
- The nearest railway station is Parson Street, about 5.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode BS39 4EY.
- Is Maes Knoll a protected site?
- Yes — Maes Knoll is part of the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Maes Knoll free to visit?
- Yes, Maes Knoll is free to enter.
- How do I get to Maes Knoll?
- The nearest railway station is Parson Street, about 5.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BS39 4EY.