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Barbury
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High
above Swindon, and overlooking the modern metropolis is one
of Wiltshire's Iron Age forts, Barbury Castle.
The stronghold comprises a double line of earthworks, occupying
a four hectare site, with entrances on its eastern and western
edges. One of Barbury's attractions is the view - the main
reason why Iron Age man chose to occupy the site 2500 years
ago.
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Thoughts
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Barbury
Castle lies just off one of the most important ancient routes
in the UK, The Ridgeway.
The
significance of Barbury in England's history is reflected
by its dominant position, high above the Thames valley.
In
the C6th the Battle of Beranburgh, between the Saxons and
the Romano-British, established the Saxon kingdom of Wessex
following the Briton's defeat at Barbury.
Archaeological
investigations at Barbury have revealed evidence of a number
of buildings, indicating a village or military garrison. The
hill fort was in use during the Roman occupation, through
into Saxon times. Weapons and tools have been unearthed, and
even evidence of chariots have been discovered.
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How
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Four
miles south of Wroughton, signposted from A4361 and reached
by an unclassified road from the B4005. On foot, Barbury can
be reached by taking the Ridgeway from nearby Ogbourne St
George or West Kennett to the south.
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Ordnance
Survey: SU152761
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