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Camphill Earthworks | Queen’s Park | Glasgow | Scotland
South of Glasgow city centre is possibly the oldest surviving construction in the city. Queen’s Park holds the Camphill Earthworks which have likely been occupied from prehistoric times to the medieval era. It is thought the Camphill Earthworks originate from the Iron Age. Stunning views to the north can be seen from the flag pole area towards Ben Lomond and the Campsie Fells.
Excavations took place in 1867 and 1951. During July and August 1951 Scott and Fairhurst excavated and described the earthwork as a ‘Clay Castle’. They found pottery sherds from ‘not later than 14th century’. Camphill has also been described as a Norman ringwork earth and timber castle.
The 1867 excavation found a ‘sort of paved floor’ near the centre of the enclosure. Also inside the centre is an unusual assortment of stones with an unknown purpose. It is unlikely they were part of a stone circle.
Queen’s Park is the third oldest park in Glasgow, created in the 19th century and dedicated to the memory of Mary, Queen of Scots. The park was also the site of the ‘Battle of Langside’ which allegedly happened on the slopes of the park on the 13th May 1568.
Queen’s Park is ten minutes by train from the city centre then a few minutes walk to the main entrance on Victoria Road. This has an impressive entrance with a granite staircase. The A77 road is directly next to the park. More Earthworks can be found in the close by Pollok Park.
A BIG thanks to our ancient ancestors.
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