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Eggardon Hill

Eggardon Hill

Iron Age hill fort and downland with views across the Marshwood Vale to the coast


Nr Askerwell, Bridport, Dorset


A great place for walking, flying kites or simply taking in the extensive views of the surrounding countryside and the English Channel in the distance.


Pack a picnic and cold refreshing drink from Modbury Farm Shop and enjoy your adventure!



Our local Baker Lizzie does a great selection of pastries & cakes
Our local Baker Lizzie does a great selection of pastries & cakes


The hill fort itself is about 2,500 years old, but originally there were two Bronze Age burial mounds on the summit. It's also an old smuggling spot - in the 18th century, Isaac Gulliver took advantage of the hill's commanding position and created a small plantation of trees to act as a landmark for his ships and help guide them to the coast.


Note: National Trust own the southern half of the fort; the northern half is privately owned.


Check out the National Trust Website for more information and directions-> Always Lensomy


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