Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo cross dykes 580m and 610m north east of Wood Farm

Two cross dykes 580m and 610m north east of Wood Farm

England
List entry 1017709
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two cross dykes 580m and 610m north east of Wood Farm is a prehistoric linear earthwork monument situated in Wiltshire. The dykes are characteristic defensive or territorial features dating to the Iron Age, consisting of banks and ditches that cut across the landscape to create barriers or boundaries. Such cross dykes were typically constructed to control movement along ridgeways or through valleys, and their positioning relative to Wood Farm suggests their role in the local settlement pattern of the period. The monument's archaeological significance lies in its contribution to understanding Iron Age land division and defensive strategies in the Wiltshire downlands.

Two cross dykes 580m and 610m north east of Wood Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017709. View the official record →

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What is Two cross dykes 580m and 610m north east of Wood Farm?

Two cross dykes 580m and 610m north east of Wood Farm is a prehistoric linear earthwork monument situated in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017709.

Who is responsible for protecting Two cross dykes 580m and 610m north east of Wood Farm?

Two cross dykes 580m and 610m north east of Wood 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 1017709.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two cross dykes 580m and 610m north east of Wood Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Four bowl barrows on Long Hill, 220m west of Mere Castle (1.5 km), Orchard Castle (4.4 km), Pen Pits quern quarries N of Combe Bottom (4.6 km).

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