Bury Ditches

Iron Age earthworks sprawl across this windswept hilltop just west of Bishops Castle, marking where ancient tribes once fortified themselves against Roman invasion. The defensive ramparts and ditches remain impressively clear after 2,000 years, creating a dramatic landscape of ridges and hollows that tells the story of Britain's pre-Roman past.

Walking the perimeter takes about an hour if you're properly exploring the earthworks rather than just having a quick look. The views across the Shropshire Hills are cracking on a clear day, though the exposed position means it can be properly bleak when the weather turns.

History enthusiasts will find plenty to ponder among these ancient defences, while families with older children who don't mind a bit of a walk will enjoy the adventure of exploring what feels like a giant outdoor archaeological puzzle. Younger kids might get bored after twenty minutes unless they're the type who like scrambling about on grassy banks.

Access is free and the site's always open, being essentially a field with very old bumps in it. Best combined with other attractions around Bishops Castle if you're staying at one of the nearby sites like Shropshire Luxury Glamping or Wild Valley Glamping. It's a decent half-day out when paired with the town itself, though probably not worth a special trip on its own unless you're particularly keen on Iron Age fortifications.