Wantyn's Dike

Heritage Site in Montgomeryshire

Wales

Wantyn's Dike

Upland view near Sarn, Powys Looking down from near Cefn-y-bryn to the lowland farms.
Upland view near Sarn, Powys Credit: Jeremy Bolwell

Wantyn's Dike, located in Montgomeryshire, Wales, is a historically significant heritage site that dates back to the Roman period. This ancient earthwork is believed to have been constructed as a defensive boundary during the Roman occupation of Britain.

The dike stretches for approximately 8 miles, running across the undulating landscape of Montgomeryshire. It consists of an impressive bank and ditch system, with the bank measuring around 10 meters wide and 2 meters high. The ditch, located on the eastern side of the bank, is approximately 3 meters deep.

The purpose of Wantyn's Dike was likely to demarcate a boundary and serve as a defense against potential threats from neighboring tribes or invaders. It was strategically positioned to control movement and access to the region. The construction of the dike demonstrates the Roman military's ability to engineer impressive defensive structures in order to maintain control over the area.

Despite its historical significance, the exact origins and purpose of Wantyn's Dike remain somewhat elusive. There is ongoing debate among historians and archaeologists regarding its construction and the specific period it was built in. Some suggest that it may have been built in the late Iron Age, while others argue that it was a Roman fortification.

Regardless of its origins, Wantyn's Dike stands today as a testament to the engineering skills and military strategies of the past. Its impressive scale and strategic location continue to intrigue visitors and historians alike, offering a glimpse into the ancient history of Montgomeryshire and the wider Roman occupation of Britain.

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Wantyn's Dike is located at Grid Ref: SO1890 (Lat: 52.507, Lng: -3.202)

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Located within 500m of 52.507,-3.202
Source: www.npemap.org.uk
Uk Postcode Centroid: SY15
Lat/Long: 52.506312/-3.196682
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 52.5043131/-3.1979815
Ford: yes
Lat/Long: 52.5090169/-3.2017317
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