Devil's Dyke

Heritage Site in Norfolk

England

Devil's Dyke

Roadside poppies and RAF Marham perimeter From the layby on A1122. — Roadside poppies and RAF Marham perimeter Credit: Peter Turner

Devil's Dyke, located in Norfolk, England, is an ancient heritage site with a rich historical significance. This remarkable earthwork stretches for approximately seven miles, starting from the River Wissey and ending at the Little Ouse River. The exact origins of Devil's Dyke remain uncertain, but it is believed to have been constructed during the late Anglo-Saxon period or possibly even earlier.

The dyke itself consists of a deep ditch with a corresponding bank on one side, which was likely created as a defensive measure. Some theories suggest that Devil's Dyke served as a boundary marker or a territorial fortification, while others propose that it may have been an early form of a linear village or a ceremonial site.

The earthwork is an impressive feat of engineering, with the ditch reaching depths of up to 14 feet and the bank measuring around 20 feet in height. The materials used for its construction are primarily natural elements, such as soil and clay.

Devil's Dyke is surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering visitors stunning views and a sense of tranquility. The site has become a popular destination for walkers, hikers, and nature enthusiasts who appreciate its natural beauty and historical significance. Additionally, Devil's Dyke has attracted the attention of archaeologists, who continue to study and excavate the area to gain further insights into its origins and purpose.

Overall, Devil's Dyke in Norfolk stands as a captivating heritage site, captivating visitors with its scenic landscapes and intriguing historical mysteries.

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Devil's Dyke Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.645/0.58 or Grid Reference TF7408. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Roadside poppies and RAF Marham perimeter

From the layby on A1122.

Peter Turner

A1122 towards Swaffham

Peter Turner

More roadside poppies and The Devil's Dyke

So I am assured by the OS Landranger. (About the Dyke not the poppies) It looked well within the expected appearance of field boundaries and not a devil in sight!

Peter Turner

A1122 near Long Plantation

Colin Pyle

Two Avro Lancaster bomber aircraft

In the sky above RAF Marham. A large crowd > Link has gathered all along the accessible sections of the perimeter fence surrounding RAF Marham, waiting to see the flypast of two WW2 Avro Lancaster bomber aircraft. In 2014, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) offered the unique occasion to see the only two remaining airworthy Avro Lancaster warplanes together in the skies over the UK, when the Lincolnshire-based BBMF aircraft was joined by a Lancaster owned by the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum (CWHM) for the duration of one month. The CWHM Lancaster departed from Hamilton, Ontario, on 4 August, with the North Atlantic crossing including en-route stops at Goose Bay (Labrador, Canada), Narsarsuaq (Greenland) and Keflavik (Iceland), prior to arriving in the UK on 8 August. Together the two aircraft participated in a number of events and activities. This picture was taken on the occasion of a flypast over RAF Marham in Norfolk.

Evelyn Simak

The only two remaining airworthy Avro Lancasters

Evelyn Simak

Plane spotters at RAF Marham

A large crowd > Link has gathered all along the accessible sections of the perimeter fence surrounding RAF Marham, waiting to see the flypast of two WW2 Avro Lancaster bomber aircraft. In 2014, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) offered the unique occasion to see the only two remaining airworthy Avro Lancaster warplanes together in the skies over the UK, when the Lincolnshire-based BBMF aircraft was joined by a Lancaster owned by the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum (CWHM) for the duration of one month. The CWHM Lancaster departed from Hamilton, Ontario, on 4 August, with the North Atlantic crossing including en-route stops at Goose Bay (Labrador, Canada), Narsarsuaq (Greenland) and Keflavik (Iceland), prior to arriving in the UK on 8 August. Together the two aircraft participated in a number of events and activities. This picture was taken on the occasion of a flypast over RAF Marham in Norfolk.

Evelyn Simak

The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight above RAF Marham

A large crowd > Link has gathered all along the accessible sections of the perimeter fence surrounding RAF Marham, waiting to see the flypast of two WW2 Avro Lancaster bomber aircraft which in this view are being escorted by a Spitfire and a Hurricane. In 2014, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) offered the unique occasion to see the only two remaining airworthy Avro Lancaster warplanes together in the skies over the UK, when the Lincolnshire-based BBMF aircraft was joined by a Lancaster owned by the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum (CWHM) for the duration of one month. The CWHM Lancaster departed from Hamilton, Ontario, on 4 August, with the North Atlantic crossing including en-route stops at Goose Bay (Labrador, Canada), Narsarsuaq (Greenland) and Keflavik (Iceland), prior to arriving in the UK on 8 August. Together the two aircraft participated in a number of events and activities. This picture was taken on the occasion of a flypast over RAF Marham in Norfolk.

Evelyn Simak

Off to Clacton Air Show

A large crowd > Link has gathered all along the accessible sections of the perimeter fence surrounding RAF Marham, waiting to see the flypast of two WW2 Avro Lancaster bomber aircraft. Here they are seen heading to Clacton in Essex. The much smaller Spitfire fighter aircraft escorting them can be seen flying high above them. In 2014, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) offered the unique occasion to see the only two remaining airworthy Avro Lancaster warplanes together in the skies over the UK, when the Lincolnshire-based BBMF aircraft was joined by a Lancaster owned by the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum (CWHM) for the duration of one month. The CWHM Lancaster departed from Hamilton, Ontario, on 4 August, with the North Atlantic crossing including en-route stops at Goose Bay (Labrador, Canada), Narsarsuaq (Greenland) and Keflavik (Iceland), prior to arriving in the UK on 8 August. Together the two aircraft participated in a number of events and activities. This picture was taken on the occasion of a flypast over RAF Marham in Norfolk.

Evelyn Simak

The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Avro Lancaster

A large crowd > Link had gathered all along the accessible sections of the perimeter fence surrounding RAF Marham, waiting to see the flypast of two WW2 Avro Lancaster bomber aircraft and a Vulcan jet Link also built by Avro. In 2014, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) offered the unique occasion to see the only two remaining airworthy Avro Lancaster warplanes together in the skies over the UK, when the Lincolnshire-based BBMF aircraft (seen here) was joined by its counterpart, owned by the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum (CWHM) for the duration of one month. The CWHM Lancaster departed from Hamilton, Ontario, on 4 August, with the North Atlantic crossing including en-route stops at Goose Bay (Labrador, Canada), Narsarsuaq (Greenland) and Keflavik (Iceland), prior to arriving in the UK on 8 August. Together the two aircraft participated in a number of events and activities. This picture was taken on the occasion of a flypast over RAF Marham in Norfolk.

Evelyn Simak

The Canadian Avro Lancaster

A large crowd > Link had gathered all along the accessible sections of the perimeter fence surrounding RAF Marham, waiting to see the flypast of two WW2 Avro Lancaster bomber aircraft and a Vulcan jet Link also built by Avro. In 2014, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) offered the unique occasion to see the only two remaining airworthy Avro Lancaster warplanes together in the skies over the UK, when the Lincolnshire-based BBMF aircraft was joined by its Canadian counterpart (seen here), owned by the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum (CWHM) for the duration of one month. The CWHM Lancaster departed from Hamilton, Ontario, on 4 August, with the North Atlantic crossing including en-route stops at Goose Bay (Labrador, Canada), Narsarsuaq (Greenland) and Keflavik (Iceland), prior to arriving in the UK on 8 August. Together the two aircraft participated in a number of events and activities. This picture was taken on the occasion of a flypast over RAF Marham in Norfolk.

Evelyn Simak

The Canadian Avro Lancaster

A large crowd > Link had gathered all along the accessible sections of the perimeter fence surrounding RAF Marham, waiting to see the flypast of two WW2 Avro Lancaster bomber aircraft and a Vulcan jet Link also built by Avro. In 2014, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) offered the unique occasion to see the only two remaining airworthy Avro Lancaster warplanes together in the skies over the UK, when the Lincolnshire-based BBMF aircraft was joined by its Canadian counterpart (seen here), owned by the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum (CWHM) for the duration of one month. The CWHM Lancaster departed from Hamilton, Ontario, on 4 August, with the North Atlantic crossing including en-route stops at Goose Bay (Labrador, Canada), Narsarsuaq (Greenland) and Keflavik (Iceland), prior to arriving in the UK on 8 August. Together the two aircraft participated in a number of events and activities. This picture was taken on the occasion of a flypast over RAF Marham in Norfolk.

Evelyn Simak

Oilseed rape by A1122

Hugh Venables

Swaffham Road around Marham Airfield

Hugh Venables

Narborough Hill road towards A1122

Hugh Venables

Edge of RAF Marham

Hugh Venables

Chalk Lane

Facing south near RAF Marham.

J.Hannan-Briggs

A1122 towards the A47

An old roman Road which runs alongside a woodland on the right.

J.Hannan-Briggs

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Devil's Dyke is located at Grid Ref: TF7408 (Lat: 52.645, Lng: 0.58)

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