Maiden Castle Collection

Aerial view of Maiden Castle, the largest Iron Age Hillfort in Britain near Dorchester, Dorset, England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Aerial view of Maiden Castle, the largest Iron Age Hillfort in Britain near Dorchester, Dorset, England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Volunteer Review, Maiden Castle, Dorsetshire (engraving)
2773197 Volunteer Review, Maiden Castle, Dorsetshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Volunteer Review, Maiden Castle, Dorsetshire)

Sketches of Weymouth and Portland (engraving)
1625886 Sketches of Weymouth and Portland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of Weymouth and Portland)

Sketches In and About Dorchester (engraving)
1594917 Sketches In and About Dorchester (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches In and About Dorchester)

Maiden Castle, Dorsetshire (engraving)
5212927 Maiden Castle, Dorsetshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maiden Castle, Dorsetshire)

The Archaeological Association in Dorsetshire (engraving)
1057415 The Archaeological Association in Dorsetshire (engraving) by Boot, William Henry James (1848-1918) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Archaeological Association in Dorsetshire)

The Archaeological Institute of Great Britain and Ireland at Dorchester (engraving)
1610511 The Archaeological Institute of Great Britain and Ireland at Dorchester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Maiden Castle, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Maiden Castle, 1898. Maiden Castle is a 4th century Iron Age hill fort in the English county of Dorset. From " Our Own Country, Volume V"

Celtic Bronze Three-Horned bull with Bust of two Goddesses, c1st century. From Maiden Castle, Dorset. At Dorset County Museum

Maiden Castle, 4th century
Maiden Castle, showing a Roman Temple inside the Iron Age hill fort, 4th century

Places Visited by the British Archeological Association in 1871: Roman Bridge at Preston, Bow and Arrow Castle Portland, Wolveton House, Maiden Castle Near Dorchester, Weymouth and Portland

Places Visited by the British Archeological Association in 1871: Roman Bridge at Preston, Bow and Arrow Castle Portland, Wolveton House, Maiden Castle Near Dorchester, Weymouth and Portland

Maiden Castle. Aerial photograph of Maiden Castle, the largest hill fort in Britain. The dimensions of the fort are truly impressive

Aerial image of Maiden Castle, an Iron Age hill fort, Winterborne Monkton, near Dorchester, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Maiden Castle, near Dorchester, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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"Exploring the Ancient Beauty of Maiden Castle: A Volunteer Review" Maiden Castle, located in Dorsetshire, England, is a captivating archaeological site that takes us back in time. As I gazed upon the engravings of this historical wonder, such as "Maiden Castle, Dorsetshire, " "Sketches of Weymouth and Portland, " and "Sketches In and About Dorchester, " I couldn't help but feel an overwhelming sense of awe. The engravings depict the grandeur and scale of Maiden Castle, showcasing its intricate details and vastness. The images from "The Archaeological Association in Dorsetshire" and "The Archaeological Institute of Great Britain and Ireland at Dorchester" further emphasize the significance placed on preserving this ancient treasure. One particular engraving titled "Maiden Castle, 1898" caught my attention. Created by an unknown artist, it beautifully captures the essence of this historic landmark. Standing atop its grassy hillside with remnants dating back to the 4th century AD, one can only imagine what stories lie within its walls. Amongst these ruins lies evidence of Celtic civilization - a bronze three-horned bull with busts representing two goddesses from around the 1st century AD. This discovery adds another layer to our understanding of life during that era. As part of my volunteer work for the British Archeological Association in 1871, I had the privilege to visit places like Roman Bridge at Preston while exploring nearby sites like Maiden Castle. These excursions allowed me to witness firsthand how history intertwines with nature's beauty. Stepping foot inside Maiden Castle was truly humbling; it felt as if time stood still within those ancient walls. The sheer size alone left me speechless - it spans over twenty-two acres. It served not only as a fortification but also as a place where communities thrived centuries ago.