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The finest and largest Iron Age hill fort in Europe, with enormous earthworks and complicated entrances. Its banks enclose an area the size of 50 football pitches, which would have been home to about 200 families.

Opening Times

2008 1 Jan 2008 - 31 Dec 2008

Day Opening Times
Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
Bank Holiday 09:00 - 17:00

Tickets Information

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff*
Free Admissionfree

Road Directions

Nearest major road is A354. Located 2 miles south of Dorchester. Access off A354, north of bypass.

Public Transport Directions

Nearest station is Dorchester South or West.

 Facilities

Provider Preferences

  • In countryside
  • Outdoor Attraction

Accessibility

  • Guide Dogs Permitted - Sheep grazing in area.

Parking & Transport

  • Parking (free)

Catering

  • Picnic Site

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted

 Contact Info

Maiden Castle
Portland
Dorchester
Dorset
DT5 1AZ

Website

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