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Wilbury Hill Fort

Wilbury Hill hillfort, Letchworth was probably the first constructed during the Late Bronze Age (1000-750 B.C.). Archaeological evidence suggests that the fort was probably occupied throughout the Iron Age, and also at various times during the Roman period. Its defences consist of a single ditch and an internal rampart surrounding two enclosures, and it covers an area of about 5.5 hectares. Several excavations have been carried out, and most of the finds are held in Letchworth Museum. Wilbury hillfort is on a prominent site, high on the ridge along the eastern side of the modern road to Stotfold. It is one of six similar hillforts sited at regular intervals along the northern Chilterns.

The site is alongside the Stotfold Road, from Letchworth, and lies near the junction with Icknield Way and Wilbury Hills Road. Car parking is available on the other side of the road where there is also a picnic area, and access to public footpaths. Grid reference TL 202 324.

Map showing Wilbury Hill fort