Habitats and Hillforts
Welcome to Habitats and Hillforts – the website for the new Landscape Partnership Scheme focusing on the chain of historically important hill top Iron Age forts that lines Cheshire's Sandstone Ridge. Habitats and Hillforts is supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund and a partnership of local organisations and residents who are working together to improve the hillforts and their surrounding habitats; enhance access and interpretation, and provide more opportunities for volunteering and training in archaeological and ecological survey techniques and conservation measures.The Scheme has four inter-related programmes of work:
This website tells you about the Scheme, what activities will be taking place between 2008 and 2011 and how you can become involved. You will find information about this special landscape, its rich history, wildlife and culture. Just click to read the latest news, join in one of our training and volunteer events, attend a guided walk, or download one of our podcasts or leaflets.