Devil's Dyke, Ancient cross dyke in Stetchworth, England.
Devil's Dyke stretches over 11 kilometers from Reach to Woodditton, featuring a ditch and bank system reaching heights of 10 meters above ground level.
Archaeological excavations in the 20th century uncovered Roman artifacts beneath the structure, indicating construction during the post-Roman period in Cambridgeshire.
The name evolved from medieval terms such as 'le Micheldyche' and 'magnum fossatum', meaning great ditch, to its current designation as Devil's Dyke.
Modern infrastructure, including the A14 and A11 roads plus the Ipswich to Ely railway line, intersect the ancient earthwork at several points.
The structure contains chalk grasslands supporting rare plant species like purple milk-vetch and bastard toadflax, making it a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Location: Stetchworth
GPS coordinates: 52.26982,0.29725
Latest update: May 13, 2025 14:35
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