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Tourner Bury is a univallate hillfort of Iron Age date located on Hayling Island in Hampshire. The monument is defined by a single defensive bank and ditch enclosing an area of approximately three hectares, positioned to command views across the surrounding lowland terrain. Archaeological investigation has revealed evidence of Iron Age occupation and activity within the enclosure, consistent with its function as a settlement and defensive stronghold during the later prehistoric period. The site represents an important example of Iron Age fortification in the Hampshire region and contributes significantly to understanding prehistoric settlement patterns in southern Britain.
Tourner Bury, Hayling Island, South Hayling is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001945. View the official record →
Tourner Bury is a univallate hillfort of Iron Age date located on Hayling Island in Hampshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001945.
Tourner Bury, Hayling Island, South Hayling 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 1001945.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (P2) at Sinah Common, 570m south east of Sinah Farm (3.3 km), Fort Cumberland (5.1 km), Black Barn, Warblington (5.6 km).
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