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Prehistoric field system and post-medieval breastwork and maze on Castella Down, St Agnes

4 ha

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Free entryDogs welcome4 ha

Visiting this summer

Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now

  • 🐦89+ species recorded in this area — summer evenings are best for activity; watch for Wren and Song Thrush
  • Historic character is a year-round quality here — summer brings its own atmosphere to the setting
  • Camping available here — summer nights at this site are worth planning around

Good to know

  • £Free to visit — no entry charge
  • 🐕Dogs welcome
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4 activities

Bird watching

Birds — Wren, Song Thrush, Robin +86 more · last seen 2025; Birds — Wren, Song Thrush, Robin +86 more · last seen 2025

Free

Insect spotting

Lowland heathland — silver-studded blue and heath fritillary butterflies; Insects — 7-spot Ladybird · last seen 2025

Free

Wildlife

Lowland heathland priority habitat; Birds — Wren, Song Thrush, Robin +86 more · last seen 2025

Free

Heritage

Historic site

Free

Wildlife to spot

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