Scheduled MonumentsWalesAber Bechan Dyke
Early Medieval · Linear Earthwork

Aber Bechan Dyke

Wales
Cadw SAM MG061
Period
Early Medieval
Site type
Linear Earthwork
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Aber Bechan Dyke is a linear earthwork of Early Medieval date located in Wales. The monument consists of an earthen bank and ditch that represents a significant example of Early Medieval boundary construction, likely dating to the period between the fifth and eleventh centuries. Such dykes typically functioned as territorial markers, defensive barriers, or control points along important routes or political boundaries during the post-Roman period in Wales. The precise dating and original extent of Aber Bechan Dyke remain subjects requiring further archaeological investigation to establish its relationship to neighbouring Early Medieval settlements and contemporary political entities.

Aber Bechan Dyke is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MG061. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Aber Bechan Dyke?

Aber Bechan Dyke is a linear earthwork of Early Medieval date located in Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MG061.

What period does Aber Bechan Dyke date from?

Aber Bechan Dyke dates from the early medieval period, and is classified as a linear earthwork. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Aber Bechan Dyke?

Aber Bechan Dyke is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is MG061.

What other scheduled monuments are near Aber Bechan Dyke?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Moat Mound and Bailey Castle (5.4 km), Fron Derw Wood Camp (7.1 km), Hill Tenement Enclosure (8 km).

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