Badbury Hill
FaringdonBadbury Castle, Faringdon
Badbury Hill Camp is in shape an irregular circle and overlooks the Vale of the White Horse to the south and a long stretch of low lying ground to the north-west, Thames Valley. An iron age fort, it is strategically placed on the highest ground in the area.
Badbury Clump as it is known locally is a favourite place for walkers and their dogs. In May, the bluebells are beautiful, and the woods attract a large number of visitors.
Early in the 19th Century the banks were levelled leaving little but vestiges of the fosse on the south side and a faint escarpment on the other sides.
It is referred to as Badbury Hill, Badbury Castle & Badbury Hill Camp.
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There’s plenty to do on a visit to Faringdon, here’s a few suggestions.
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