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Car Dyke is a linear earthwork in Lincolnshire that runs for approximately sixteen miles across the fenland landscape. The monument dates to the Roman period, likely constructed during the second century AD, and served as a significant drainage and water management feature associated with the intensive agricultural exploitation of the Fenland region. The dyke functioned to regulate water levels and facilitate the movement of goods by water, reflecting the Romans' sophisticated engineering approach to fen reclamation and economic development. Its scale and engineering demonstrate the level of organisation and resources invested in Fenland infrastructure during the occupation period.
Car Dyke is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004960. View the official record →
Car Dyke is a linear earthwork in Lincolnshire that runs for approximately sixteen miles across the fenland landscape. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004960.
Car Dyke is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1004960.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Car Dyke W of Martin Wood (0.4 km), Car Dyke at Linwood Hall (2.6 km), Catley Priory (2.9 km).
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