It's great to see this strand pop again - a very interesting read. Even though non of this can ever be proved now, there are some facinating and interesting theories going on.

As for the atmosphere already mentioned on several occasions I couldn't agree more. For me it's certainly tangible but of course impossible to define exactly. And I accept that others may not experience it at all. But, as I said in my earlier posting, I've always found it intruiging how such a wide variety of people I've met over the years have said this without prompting.

No one has said much about the majestic yew trees that ring the hill fort - any opinions?

BTW if anyone sees this bloke walking a mad black and white springer spaniel over the hill - come and say hello :-)