Bury Ditches

Cheiftan's Walk remains closed but all other trails are open at Bury Ditches.

Visitor information

Bury Ditches

Visit one of the best examples of an Iron Age hill fort in England!

Dating from about 500BC, Bury Ditches is home to one of the best-preserved hill forts in the country! Located near the town of Clun in the Shropshire Hills Area of Natural Beauty, Bury Ditches isn't short of stunning views, ancient history and blood-pumping walks.

The climb up to the hill fort is steep but the views are worth it!

Visitors looking for a level walk can follow the forest road from the car park, past the barrier to a bench and a view.

At a glance

Ancient hill fort
Two walking trails
Dogs welcome

Things to do

Walking at Bury Ditches

Get your blood pumping with a hike on our trails at Bury Ditches. Both trails have steep climbs where you will be rewarded with great views.

Chieftan's Walk (1.3 miles / 2.1km)

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