Hatfield Earthworks (Marden Henge)
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The Hatfield Earthworks are made primarily of a large, irregular-shaped henge enclosure, surrounded by a ditch and bordered in part by the River Avon. Within this lies a second Neolithic henge and a monumental mound. Built around 2400 BC, its purpose is believed to have been ceremonial, as with nearby Silbury Hill. Subsequent excavations in 1807 show no evidence of burial, but later investigation in the late 1960s produced pottery, flint, animal bone and evidence of a round timber structure. Part of the enclosure is under English Heritage protection, and this part of the structure remains clear. It also provides views of the Alton Barnes White Horse. Read more about the history of the Hatfield Earthworks. Before You Go How to Find It: Following The Street out of Marden village, look for the fingerpost on the left. Parking: Park on the verge opposite the field entrance. Dogs: Livestock may be grazing in the field, so please keep dogs on leads. Plan a Great Day Out Shops, food outlets and facilities can be found a short drive away in Devizes. Hatfield Earthworks is a short drive away from the World Heritage site of Avebury; a large complex of Neolithic and Bronze Age ceremonial sites. Opening Times 30 April 2017 - 24 March 2018 Open any reasonable time during daylight hours 25 March 2018 onwards Opening times will be available nearer the time | |||||||||||||||||||||