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!

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