Bradley Hill Fort

Bradley Hill Fort is an Iron Age hillfort and the smallest of the seven hillforts in Cheshire, covering about 2 acres (8,100 sq m) with an enclosed area of roughly 1.5 acres. Located on the central ridge running north-south through the county, it is the furthest north of the Cheshire hillforts, positioned to exploit the steep banks of a tributary of the River Weaver for defence. Unlike other ridge forts commanding views of the Cheshire Plain, Bradley is surrounded on most sides by higher ground, restricting its views. It was defended by a single bank and ditch, 75 to 80 ft wide. It is protected as a Scheduled Ancient Monument.