78 PAPERg, ETC. 



Il^ambon llnll. 



BY RICHARD WALTKK. 



THEßE are probably few objects in this part of tlie 

 country which possess more Interest than that to 

 whlch I am about to direct the attention of the Society. 

 Whethei' we consider the imposing outline of its features, 

 so conspicuous for miles around, its geological formation, 

 its extensive quarries, the pi'oduce of which is seen in the 

 buildings of every town and village, or its importance as a 

 relic of antiquity, which must give it a superior interest 

 with the Archfeological Society ; — 1 mean the spot so well 

 known as Hamdon Hill ; of which, being a resident in its 

 vicinity, and having been requested by sorae too partial 

 friends, I shall endeavour to give some account, although 

 I am conscious that it will be very imperfect; and as many 

 gentlemen may be present who are better informed than 

 myself, I must crave their indulgence, if my remarks be 

 considered too common, for the sake of soine others who 

 may not have had the same advantages. 



The insulated position of Hamdon Hill, overlooking a 

 flat country, from which it rises rather abruptly, gives it a 

 bold character, and one is led to suppose its elevation 



