Hill forts · Yorkshire & the Humber
Stanwick Iron Age Hill Fort
In or near Eppleby.
Stanwick Iron Age Hill Fort — a hill fort in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Stanwick Iron Age Hill Fort is a hill fort located in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Stanwick Iron Age Hill Fort is a complex of earthworks that showcases the remains of 1st century AD defensive fortifications of the Brigantes tribe. The site features various archaeological finds, including pottery and an Iron Age sword, and has been interpreted as a possible royal center during the Late Iron Age and early Roman period.
Place summary
Stanwick Iron Age Hill Fort is a significant archaeological site located in Yorkshire. This hill fort dates back to the Iron Age and is notable for its extensive earthworks and defensive structures, reflecting the settlement patterns of the time.
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- Coordinates
- 54.4996, -1.7223
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- Stanwick St. John
- Postcode
- DL11 7RT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Richmond and Northallerton
- Official site
- www.pastscape.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/481105976 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Stanwick Iron Age Hill Fort?
- Stanwick Iron Age Hill Fort is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode DL11 7RT), in the parish of Stanwick St. John.
- What is Stanwick Iron Age Hill Fort?
- Stanwick Iron Age Hill Fort — a hill fort in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Stanwick Iron Age Hill Fort?
- Drivers can use postcode DL11 7RT.
- Is Stanwick Iron Age Hill Fort free to visit?
- Yes, Stanwick Iron Age Hill Fort is free to enter.
- How do I get to Stanwick Iron Age Hill Fort?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DL11 7RT. It sits within the Richmond and Northallerton parliamentary constituency.