Definition: Danebury is the name of an Iron age hillfort in Nether Wallop, Hampshire, England, built during the 6th century BC. The site consists of a group of circular wooden houses built around the exterior of a fortification and along nearby metalled roads. The site was excavated between 1969 and 1988 by Barry Cunliffe and is now open to the public.
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
