We pass this mound nearly every time we go out for a walk. Situated... "on the route of the ancient Portway, which is believed to be prehistoric in origin and probably ran down to a crossing of the Trent. The Portway carries on to St. Matthew's Church. Halfway, the track deviates to avoid Morley's mysterious mound. Many historians have put forward theories as to its original purpose; suggesting a defensive position, a Roman survey point, a deliberate obstruction of the Portway to encourage new roads to be built or the possible site of the 'Morlestone' (mentioned in 1086 and still a meeting place in 1300). The mound, once surrounded by a moat is now covered by trees and stands about 20 feet high topped by a five feet diameter platform."
Looks quite pretty with snow on it...
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