This Iron Age hillfort is situated in the Cockham Wood area of Surrey, England. The fort dates back to the 1st century BC and features a series of earthworks, including a bank and ditch, that enclose an area of approximately 2.5 hectares. The fort's defenses are impressive, with a 10-meter-wide ditch and a 2-meter-high bank. Archaeological excavations have uncovered evidence of pre-Roman occupation, including pottery and coins. The site offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular spot for walkers and history enthusiasts.
Obviously red bricks were popular ! Still a large crumbling structure despite its age with no upkeep. 15 minutes walk along the beach from The Pier public house in Lower Upnor ( Tide needs to be out or diversion thru woods may be needed ) Alternatively, 5 minutes walk along beach from Hoo marina.
A lovely spot on a good walk. Splendid erosion of the brickwork and excellent decayed wooden posts too. Small area of wall to perch for a bit too.
Rundown old derelict fort. Best visited at low tide.
Such a lovely little ruin
Used to play and camp here when I was a teenager, it was known by us kids as the arches due to the arch shape of the openings, which was to form a foundation and support for the cannons that were on top, the fort also goes back into the woods as well but you can't see much as its all over grown by brambles, the best way to get there is via Hoo marina and walk along the shore line or go through the woods to get there.
Didn't get to visit. Access seems to be restricted by a holiday park. Google maps directions didn't have any notice of this. Users can add comment to help visitors/explorers to realise access is not as simple as the map suggests but I couldn't find an easy way to enter it on my mobile. Google could make this easier. I've encountered similar problem directing to my wife's dance school in Cliffe Woods. The map is the postal address but public access is via the car park and I can't change it. None of my comments tell the reader how I rated the Cockham Wood fort. If I ever figure out how to get there I will review it based on the site itself. Sorry
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Obviously red bricks were popular ! Still a large crumbling structure despite its age with no upkeep. 15 minutes walk along the beach from The Pier public house in Lower Upnor ( Tide needs to be out or diversion thru woods may be needed ) Alternatively, 5 minutes walk along beach from Hoo marina.
A lovely spot on a good walk. Splendid erosion of the brickwork and excellent decayed wooden posts too. Small area of wall to perch for a bit too.
Rundown old derelict fort. Best visited at low tide.
Such a lovely little ruin
Used to play and camp here when I was a teenager, it was known by us kids as the arches due to the arch shape of the openings, which was to form a foundation and support for the cannons that were on top, the fort also goes back into the woods as well but you can't see much as its all over grown by brambles, the best way to get there is via Hoo marina and walk along the shore line or go through the woods to get there.
Didn't get to visit. Access seems to be restricted by a holiday park. Google maps directions didn't have any notice of this. Users can add comment to help visitors/explorers to realise access is not as simple as the map suggests but I couldn't find an easy way to enter it on my mobile. Google could make this easier. I've encountered similar problem directing to my wife's dance school in Cliffe Woods. The map is the postal address but public access is via the car park and I can't change it. None of my comments tell the reader how I rated the Cockham Wood fort. If I ever figure out how to get there I will review it based on the site itself. Sorry
