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The Wansdyke is a linear earthwork of considerable historical significance, constructed during the late Roman or early Anglo-Saxon period, likely between the late fifth and seventh centuries. This particular 530-metre section north-west of Park Farm in Somerset forms part of the substantial defensive boundary that extends across the Mendip Hills and surrounding landscape. The earthwork typically comprises a substantial bank with an associated ditch, representing a significant feat of engineering labour undertaken across challenging terrain. The monument's original strategic purpose remains debated among scholars, though it is generally interpreted as a territorial or defensive boundary constructed during a period of significant political reorganisation in post-Roman Britain.
Part of the linear boundary known as the Wansdyke 530m north west of Park Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007008. View the official record →
The Wansdyke is a linear earthwork of considerable historical significance, constructed during the late Roman or early Anglo-Saxon period, likely between the late fifth and seventh centuries. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007008.
Part of the linear boundary known as the Wansdyke 530m north west of Park 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 1007008.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castle (remains of) (0.5 km), Part of the linear boundary known as the Wansdyke 285m north west of Manor Farm (1.9 km), Stantonbury camp and adjacent sections of Wansdyke (2.2 km).
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