Camp, The

Settlement in Hertfordshire St. Albans

England

Camp, The

St Albans Fone Store On St Peter&#039;s Street, it is around a year old. — St Albans Fone Store Credit: David Howard

Camp, The, Hertfordshire is a historic site located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Situated near the village of St Albans, this ancient monument holds significant cultural and archaeological importance. The Camp is an Iron Age hillfort, believed to have been constructed around 500 BC.

Covering an area of approximately 6.5 hectares, the Camp features impressive earthworks and defensive ramparts that encircle the site. These earthworks consist of deep ditches and high banks, providing evidence of the fortification's purpose as a defensive structure. The Camp's strategic location on a hilltop offers commanding views of the surrounding landscape, further enhancing its defensive capabilities.

Archaeological excavations at the Camp have revealed remnants of Iron Age pottery and other artifacts, shedding light on the lives of the people who once inhabited this hillfort. These findings suggest that the site was likely used as a settlement, possibly housing a small community during the Iron Age period.

Today, the Camp is a popular destination for visitors interested in history and archaeology. The site offers stunning panoramic views of the Hertfordshire countryside and provides an opportunity to explore the ancient earthworks. The Camp is managed by the local authorities and is open to the public, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the rich history of this remarkable Iron Age fortification.

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Camp, The Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.744063/-0.31328985 or Grid Reference TL1606. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Albans Fone Store

On St Peter's Street, it is around a year old.

David Howard

Cycleway bridge

Looking East over the bridge over the Ver on the St Albans to Hatfield cycleway - an abandoned railway line - at TL153063.

Rob Hinkley

Ruined nunnery

The ruined nunnery at TL151064

Rob Hinkley

Church, now used as art centre

The church at TL175068 has been converted into an arts centre / theatre sort of thing.

Rob Hinkley

The Allotments

Near the River Ver are the Allotments just off Cottonmill Lane.

Martin Stewart

Railway Bridge over the Alban Way

Just near London Road is a pedestrian route from St.Albans to Hatfield.

Martin Stewart

Where are we?

St. Albans Railway Station is not shy in proclaiming its identity. See Stacey Harris's photo TL1507 : St Albans Station for the context of this close-up.

Ron Hann

Orbital business park, St Albans

Entry is controlled so I have no idea of the businesses.

Jack Hill

Clarence Park Cafe St Albans

This cafe used to be the public lavatories until using a toilet went out of fashion.

Jack Hill

The Lodge Clarence Park St Albans

A tied cottage provided for the Parks Superintendent. His office is the small room to the left

Jack Hill

Napsbury Hospital London Colney

The site is now a housing project, The water tower is being left until last in the hopes that a keen person with half a million pounds will purchase it

Jack Hill

Sopwell Mill redevelopment.

The mill has been refurbished as offices but the turn to the right leads to a narrow bridge and a blind corner. Used by many commuters so rather tricky to negotiate.

Jack Hill

The Cemetery St Albans

Was surprised by the heart shaped balloon flying over that gravestone.

Jack Hill

View of the Abbey

This was the view from my bedroom window in Riverside Close before the trees grew higher

Jack Hill

The Cemetery in Hatfield Road St Albans

Despite having been in existence for almost a century there are still open spaces as in the photograph.

Jack Hill

Camp Primary School St Albans

As with all the older schools the buildings are a hotch potch of styles.

Jack Hill

Community Hall at Hill End Lane St Albans

This building houses play schools and similar activities. The gravel areas in the planting are intended for use as boules rinks by parents.The area was once a hospital so there are hundreds of new houses in the vicinity.

Jack Hill