Uffington Castle, White Horse & Dragon Hill
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Overview
The 'castle' is an Iron Age fort on the ancient Ridgeway Path. It covers about eight acres and has only one original gateway but two other entrances. It is the highest point in Oxfordshire at 262 metres. On the hill below the fort is the White Horse, a 375ft prehistoric figure carved in the chalk hillside and thought to be about 3,000 years old.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open at any reasonable time during daylight hours (temporary access restrictions may be in place from time to time)
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Children
About the area
Located at the heart of England, Oxfordshire enjoys a rich heritage and varied scenery, with Oxford’s elegant streets a highlight for visitors. The landscape encompasses open chalk downland, picturesque rivers and attractive villages, while northwest of Oxfordshire is home to the sleepy backwaters of Abingdon, Wallingford, Wantage, Watlington and Witney that reveal how Oxfordshire’s old towns evolved over the centuries.
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Blossom Cottage
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The Greyhound Inn
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