Kenwalch's Castle

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Kenwalch's Castle (Somerset)
Kenwalch's Castle
Kenwalch's Castle shown within Somerset
(grid reference ST747335)

Kenwalch's Castle is an Iron Age hill fort in Penselwood 6.6 kilometres (4 mi) East South East of Bruton at grid reference ST747335. It is situated in Castle Wood which covers its defences and interior. The latter has an area of 1.6 hectares. There is a single rampart and ditch which are well preserved in places. The road north from Penselwood village crosses the hillfort and probably passes through the original entrances.

[edit] References

  • Adkins L and R, 1992. A Field Guide to Somerset Archaeology.
  • Burrow E J, 1924. Ancient Earthworks and Camps of Somerset.
  • Burrows I, 1981. Hillforts and Hilltop Settlements of Somerset.
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