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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 ₹9,136 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
₹9,136
₹10,963 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cirencester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Great breakfast, easy parking

Reviewed on 17 Jan 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 ₹6,357 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
₹6,357
₹7,629 total
24 Jan - 25 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Swindon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Rooms are huge tv is great. Nice bar and coffee area

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Village Hotel Swindon
Mollie's Motel and Diner

Mollie's Motel and Diner

4 out of 5
Mollie’s Oxfordshire Faringdon England
The price is ₹7,178 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
₹7,178
₹8,613 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Faringdon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (998 reviews)
The staff were great. Very friendly and professional.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Mollie's Motel and Diner
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The Lakes By YOO

The Lakes By YOO

5 out of 5
Coln Park, Claydon Pike Lechlade England
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lechlade. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Sailing Lake and Conservation Lake are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (34 reviews)
Was wonderful!

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

The Lakes By YOO
The Bear

The Bear

2.5 out of 5
1 High St Marlborough England
Stay at this aparthotel in Marlborough. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions The Merchant's House Marlborough ...
7.4/10 Good! (14 reviews)
Great room and location. Friendly staff on arrival. Would stay again!

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

The Bear
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Swindon Arts Centre and Wyvern Theatre are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (24 reviews)
Suitelife swindon
The room was clean and tidy and very comfortable Only a few minor problems. Tap in kitchen area was leaking quite badly and the tv reception was bad on itv stations. There should have been netflix access but this didn't seem to work. Location and parking was good. It might not be a good location ...

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

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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

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

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Avebury Stone Circle

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

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The Merchant's House Marlborough

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The Merchant's House Marlborough in Marlborough. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

The Merchant's House Marlborough

Avebury Manor

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

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Silbury Hill

Find out about the history of Avebury with a stop at Silbury Hill. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

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