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| SK 044128 The site is on the southern edge of Cannock Chase, and is reached by unclassified roads, which are well signposted (brown heritage signs). Ample parking (25 or so spaces), but a popular spot with walkers and can get busy at weekends. The highest point on Cannock chase (801 ft/244m above sea level) according to the guides 3.4 hectares. The bank is extant and can be walked around the full circumference. The original (and largest) entrance is to the east. Parts of the bank and ditch are still impressive (up to 4m). Internally: trees have been cleared, there are stone foundations (NW sector), but these are from a later period and ridges and furrows (SE sector) probably from ploughing, but I expect these are also from a later period. The ground rises upwards from the south to the northwest. Externally: impressive series of banks and ditches, from the carpark heading in a anti-clockwise direction (E) we counted at least three banks, whereas Dyer (Discovering Prehistoric England) could make out five. As you make your way around to the north only the main bank and ditch remain, continuing back to the carpark (W) two banks and ditches are clearly visible. We visited late january and the entrance from the carpark was waterlogged, I would imagine in spring/summer the ferns will be a problem. Also prepare yourself for the view of Rugeley Power Station's cooling towers. The carpark is just beyond the Park Gate Inn which serves food. |
Posted by elderford 27th January 2003ce Edited 1st April 2003ce
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