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Membury Hillfort - the ramparts A view of the ramparts that surround this 34 acre iron-age hillfort near its south entrance. It stands on clay with flints on a chalk subsoil which today is mostly cultivated alongside woodland 256790. Located just half a mile south-west of Membury Services on the M4 motorway, the hillfort is one of the most ancient sites in the region (the Berkshire-Wiltshire border bisects the fort). Roman-British pottery fragments were found here by excavations between 1977-87. But significant finds have also included flint artefacts from the mesolithic era (8000-4000 BC) which followed the last ice age, and flint tools from the neolithic era (4000-2000 BC) prior to the iron age. http://www.digitaldigging.co.uk/maps/wiltshire/hillforts/hillforts_ia_wiltshire_membury_hillfort.html. See other views at SU3075 and Gallery at: https://www.geograph.org.uk/gallery/iron_age_hillforts_9959
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Membury Hillfort - the ramparts A view of the ramparts that surround this 34 acre iron-age hillfort near its south entrance. It stands on clay with flints on a chalk subsoil which today is mostly cultivated alongside woodland 256790. Located just half a mile south-west of Membury Services on the M4 motorway, the hillfort is one of the most ancient sites in the region (the Berkshire-Wiltshire border bisects the fort). Roman-British pottery fragments were found here by excavations between 1977-87. But significant finds have also included flint artefacts from the mesolithic era (8000-4000 BC) which followed the last ice age, and flint tools from the neolithic era (4000-2000 BC) prior to the iron age. http://www.digitaldigging.co.uk/maps/wiltshire/hillforts/hillforts_ia_wiltshire_membury_hillfort.html. See other views at SU3075 and Gallery at: https://www.geograph.org.uk/gallery/iron_age_hillforts_9959
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Membury Hillfort approach – ‘sheep may safely graze’ This is the slope up which the enemy would have had to climb in order to attack this iron-age hillfort from the south. The tops of the trees on the ramparts which surround the fort can be seen beyond the nearest tall clump. The fort itself covers an area of 34 acres and this large feature on which it stands consists of clay with flints on a chalk subsoil. Located just half a mile south-west of Membury Services on the M4 motorway, the hillfort is one of the most ancient sites in the region (the Berkshire-Wiltshire border bisects the fort). Roman-British pottery fragments were found here by excavations between 1977-87. But significant finds have also included flint artefacts from the mesolithic era (8000-4000 BC) which followed the last ice age, and flint tools from the neolithic era (4000-2000 BC) prior to the iron age. http://www.digitaldigging.co.uk/maps/wiltshire/hillforts/hillforts_ia_wiltshire_membury_hillfort.html. See other views at SU3075 and Gallery at: https://www.geograph.org.uk/gallery/iron_age_hillforts_9959
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Farmland, Balak Farm Looking across the valley to the wooded hillside at Membury House.
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Farmland above Witcha Field just below Balak Farm, descending to Witcha Copse.
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De Vere Cotswold Water Park

De Vere Cotswold Water Park

4 out of 5
Lake 6 Spine Road East Cirencester England
The price is ￥15,495 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
￥15,495
￥18,594 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cirencester. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
We stayed in one of the lakeside rooms which had a beautiful view. Room was slightly cold because of this but reception did provide us with an extra heater. It was my husbands birthday so they provided a gift and prosecco which was lovely. Food was great, lovely staff and clean hotel. Book ahead ...

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

De Vere Cotswold Water Park
Village Hotel Swindon

Village Hotel Swindon

4 out of 5
Shaw Ridge Leisure Park Swindon England
The price is ￥11,146 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
￥11,146
￥13,375 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Swindon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
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Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Village Hotel Swindon
Regency Park Hotel

Regency Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Bowling Green Road Thatcham England
The price is ￥11,739 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
￥11,739
￥14,087 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Thatcham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Thatcham Nature Discovery Centre and Bedlam ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (765 reviews)
Jacuzzi was not in working order, this is the reason we booked the hotel. We weren't informed until after we had paid.

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Regency Park Hotel
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The Bear

The Bear

2.5 out of 5
1 High St Marlborough England
Stay at this aparthotel in Marlborough. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions The Merchant's House Marlborough ...
The Bear
The Lakes By YOO

The Lakes By YOO

5 out of 5
Coln Park, Claydon Pike Lechlade England
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lechlade. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Sailing Lake and Conservation Lake ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (37 reviews)
All staff excellent

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

The Lakes By YOO
Suite Life Serviced Apartments

Suite Life Serviced Apartments

4 out of 5
3A Charnwood Court Swindon England
Stay at this apartment in Swindon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Swindon Arts Centre and Wyvern Theatre are located ...
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Popular places to visit

Nice for a walk and to see the sights with Silbury Hill just across the road and within walking distance to Avebury. The entrance is nice but you don’t get to see the full length - is only 3 galleries

West Kennet Long Barrow

5/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Avebury with a visit to West Kennet Long Barrow. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

West Kennet Long Barrow

Avebury Stone Circle

5/5(1 review)

After visiting Avebury Stone Circle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Avebury. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Avebury Stone Circle

Avebury Manor

You can find out about the history of Avebury with a trip to Avebury Manor. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Avebury Manor

The Merchant's House Marlborough

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in The Merchant's House Marlborough during your trip to Marlborough. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

The Merchant's House Marlborough

Silbury Hill

Find out about the history of Avebury when you spend time at Silbury Hill. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Silbury Hill

West Kennet Ave

You can find out about the history of Avebury with a visit to West Kennet Ave. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

West Kennet Ave

Things to do

Stonehenge under bright blue sky in London

Stonehenge Admission with Transportation from London with Optional Meal

￥12,506
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Stonehenge Admission with Transportation from London with Optional Meal
Stonehenge Half Day Tour

Stonehenge Half Day Tour

￥15,887
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Stonehenge Half Day Tour
Stonehenge Admission Ticket

Stonehenge Admission Ticket

￥2,462
per traveler
96% of travellers recommend
Stonehenge Admission Ticket
Pulteney Bridge over a river in Bath

Stonehenge & Bath Full-Day Tour with Roman Baths option

￥20,971
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Stonehenge & Bath Full-Day Tour with Roman Baths option
Private Sunrise or Sunset Viewing of Stonehenge with Bath & Lacock

Private Sunrise or Sunset Viewing of Stonehenge with Bath & Lacock

￥28,988
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Private Sunrise or Sunset Viewing of Stonehenge with Bath & Lacock
From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour

From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour

￥16,946
per adult
From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour
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Cities near Baydon

Bluebells in West Wood Marlborough Wiltshire England

Marlborough

Lydiard Park showing a park and autumn leaves

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Downs above Lambourn Looking across the valley of Farn Combe.
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Lambourn

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