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Cefn Man Moel is a cross-ridge dyke located in Wales, forming part of the defensive earthwork systems characteristic of the medieval period. The monument consists of a substantial linear bank and ditch arrangement designed to obstruct movement across the ridge, typical of structures erected to control access and movement through upland terrain. Such cross-ridge dykes are generally attributed to the early medieval period, though precise dating for individual examples often remains uncertain without excavation. The earthwork represents the landscape management and territorial demarcation practices of communities inhabiting this region during the early medieval centuries.
Cefn Man Moel cross-ridge dyke is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM345. View the official record →
Cefn Man Moel is a cross-ridge dyke located in Wales, forming part of the defensive earthwork systems characteristic of the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM345.
Cefn Man Moel cross-ridge dyke dates from the unknown period, and is classified as a cross ridge dyke. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.
Cefn Man Moel cross-ridge 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 MM345.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St. Sannan's Churchayrd Cross, Bedwellty (5.5 km), Pen y Fan Canal Reservoir (5.9 km), St Illtyd Castle Mound (6 km).
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