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The Wansdyke is a linear earthwork of early medieval date, constructed during the Anglo-Saxon period, probably in the fifth or sixth century. This particular section, located north-west of Manor Farm in Somerset, forms part of the substantial defensive boundary that extends across the Cotswolds and beyond, likely constructed to demarcate territorial control between Anglo-Saxon kingdoms. The monument survives as a physical bank and ditch system characteristic of the broader Wansdyke structure, representing significant evidence of early medieval land division and military engineering. Its preservation as a scheduled ancient monument reflects the importance of this linear feature in understanding Anglo-Saxon settlement patterns and the political geography of early medieval southern England.
Part of the linear boundary known as the Wansdyke 285m north west of Manor Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007006. View the official record →
The Wansdyke is a linear earthwork of early medieval date, constructed during the Anglo-Saxon period, probably in the fifth or sixth century. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007006.
Part of the linear boundary known as the Wansdyke 285m north west of Manor Farm 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 1007006.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Culverhay Castle (0.6 km), Part of the linear boundary known as the Wansdyke 420m south west of Barrowmead Cottage (1.6 km), Part of the linear boundary known as the Wansdyke 530m north west of Park Farm (1.9 km).
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