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Section of the Wansdyke is a linear earthwork of Iron Age or Romano-British date that forms part of the extensive defensive dyke system stretching across Wiltshire and Somerset. The monument consists of a substantial ditch with an associated bank, typical of the Wansdyke's construction, and represents one of the surviving sections of this strategically important frontier work. The dyke's precise chronology remains debated among scholars, though archaeological evidence suggests construction sometime between the Iron Age and the Romano-British period, possibly serving as a territorial boundary or defensive barrier. The Wansdyke remains one of the most significant linear monuments in southern Britain and is designated for its archaeological importance and contribution to understanding Iron Age and Romano-British settlement patterns and land use.
Section of the Wansdyke is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004736. View the official record →
Section of the Wansdyke is a linear earthwork of Iron Age or Romano-British date that forms part of the extensive defensive dyke system stretching across Wiltshire and Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004736.
Section of the Wansdyke 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 1004736.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Adam's Grave: a long barrow on Walker's Hill (1.3 km), Swanborough Tump (5 km), Giant's Grave (Martinsell Hill) (5.9 km).
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