I have just added this to the map of places to fly your drone at Drone Scene:
Commanding a majestic ridge in the Blackdown Hills near Honiton, Hembury Hill Fort is one of the most significant and complex archaeological sites in Devon. Its history spans millennia, serving as a focal point for human activity from the Neolithic period through to the Roman occupation.
The site first rose to prominence around 3500 BC as a Neolithic causewayed enclosure, making it one of the earliest communal monuments in Britain. However, the formidable earthworks visible today primarily date to the Iron Age (c. 500 BC). During this era, it was transformed into a massive multi-ditch hill fort, likely serving as a tribal capital for the Dumnonii. Interestingly, after the Roman invasion in AD 43, the site was briefly repurposed as a Roman military fort, highlighting its enduring strategic value.
The fort’s position on the southern tip of a long spur is clearly evident. This "promontory" design allowed for natural defences on three sides, with the most massive man-made ramparts constructed across the level northern approach.
You can clearly see the deep, triple ditch and bank system. Even under a thick canopy of spring green, the sheer scale of these excavations is pretty impressive. These ramparts were once topped with timber breastworks, creating an intimidating silhouette against the Devon sky.
The originator declared that this location was not inside a Flight Restriction Zone at the time of being flown on 30/04/2026. It remains the responsibility of any pilot to check for any changes before flying at the same location. Landowner permission may be required before taking off.