Balksbury facts for kids

Balksbury is the site of an ancient place called a hill fort. It's located southwest of a town called Andover in Hampshire, England. A hill fort is like a very old village or town that was built on top of a hill. People built strong walls around it to protect themselves.

Balksbury was first used a very long time ago, during the Bronze Age. This was a time when people used tools and weapons made of bronze. The fort was shaped like a triangle. Sadly, much of it has been destroyed over time by a big road, the A303 Andover Bypass, and also by new houses.

Today, only the very southwest parts of the hill fort are left. You can still see them, and they are about 1 meter (or 3 feet) high. Even though much is gone, it was once a large and important place. It probably had a great view over two rivers, the Pillhill Brook and the River Anton, which met below it. The main entrance to the fort, which had a gate, also faced this direction. People continued to use Balksbury even into the Roman period.

Where is Balksbury Located?

This historic site is found southeast of the town of Andover, in the county of Hampshire. Another important hill fort, called Bury Hill, is located nearby to the southwest.