A Saxon hedge–line from Devon

A Saxon hedge–line from Devon

Archaeology

The hedge on the horizon, a familiar feature on the road out from Countess Wear to the M5 interchange at Sandy Gate, is an unremarkable feature of modern Exeter. It is nevertheless very ancient, being part of the boundary of the estate of Topsham which belonged to Exeter Cathedral before the Norman Conquest. In 11th-century charters it is called an ‘old dyke’ so it may be presumed to be more than 1000 years old - perhaps centuries older.
More information on Anglo-Saxon Exeter: http://www.rammtimetrail.org.uk

Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Galley

Pre-Norman

English

2002-11-19