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The Wansdyke is a linear earthwork of considerable length that extends across southern England, with this particular section situated near New Barn Farm in Somerset representing part of an important defensive or territorial boundary. Dating to the early medieval period, likely the fifth or sixth century, the monument consists of a substantial ditch with an associated bank, characteristic of Anglo-Saxon linear fortifications. This 425-metre segment preserves evidence of the broader Wansdyke system, which scholars interpret as either a defensive frontier or a demarcation of territorial control during the early Anglo-Saxon period. The surviving earthwork remains visible as an archaeological feature of significant regional importance in understanding early medieval land organisation and fortification strategies in the region.
Part of the linear boundary known as the Wansdyke 425m south of New Barn Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003066. View the official record →
The Wansdyke is a linear earthwork of considerable length that extends across southern England, with this particular section situated near New Barn Farm in Somerset representing part of an important defensive or territorial boundary. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003066.
Part of the linear boundary known as the Wansdyke 425m south of New Barn 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 1003066.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing stone called Hautville's Quoit (1.9 km), Two stone circles and two stone avenues at Stanton Drew, east of Court Farm (2.4 km), Bridge near Manor House (2.5 km).
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Research the area around Part of the linear boundary known as the Wansdyke 425m south of New Barn Farm