Dragon Hill

England
List entry 1006290
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Dragon Hill is a chalk hill fort and prominent natural landmark located near Uffington in Berkshire. The site consists of a roughly square or rectangular enclosure defined by a single bank and ditch, situated on the summit of a steep chalk hill, and dates to the Iron Age, likely to the later prehistoric period. The monument occupies a commanding position in the landscape and has long been associated with local legend, most notably the dragon-slaying narrative connected to the nearby Uffington White Horse. The sparse archaeological evidence suggests it functioned as a defended settlement or stronghold, though the precise chronology and duration of occupation remain subjects of scholarly inquiry.

Dragon Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006290. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dragon Hill?

Dragon Hill is a chalk hill fort and prominent natural landmark located near Uffington in Berkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006290.

Who is responsible for protecting Dragon Hill?

Dragon Hill is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1006290.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dragon Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Lambourn Cross (8.4 km), Ditch on Boydon Hole Farm (8.8 km), Disc barrow 780m north east of North Farm (8.8 km).

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