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Offa's Dyke is a linear earthwork of early medieval date constructed during the reign of King Offa of Mercia in the late eighth century. This section northwest of Ditches Farm forms part of the more extensive dyke system that marked the frontier between the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Mercia and the Welsh principalities. The monument survives as a substantial bank with ditch, demonstrating the considerable labour investment required to establish this boundary defence across difficult terrain. The dyke's construction and maintenance reflect the political power of the Mercian kingdom and the strategic importance placed upon controlling the Anglo-Welsh border during the early medieval period.
Offa's Dyke: section NW of Ditches Farm Also in Powys: Wales is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006257. View the official record →
Offa's Dyke is a linear earthwork of early medieval date constructed during the reign of King Offa of Mercia in the late eighth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006257.
Offa's Dyke: section NW of Ditches Farm Also in Powys: Wales 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 1006257.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Lower Short Ditch (6.5 km), Offa's Dyke: section 1600yds (1460m) long, N from St John the Baptist's Church to River Unk (6.8 km), Offa's Dyke: section 430m north east of Middle Knuck Farm (7.4 km).
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Research the area around Offa's Dyke: section NW of Ditches Farm Also in Powys: Wales