The Wansdyke ancient earthwork on the Wiltshire Downs, looking towards Tan hill.

The Wansdyke ancient earthwork on the Wiltshire Downs, looking towards Tan hill. Stock Photo
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Contributor:

Chris Cole / Alamy Stock Photo

Image ID:

FY0MKY

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34.9 MB (2.6 MB Compressed download)

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Dimensions:

4288 x 2848 px | 36.3 x 24.1 cm | 14.3 x 9.5 inches | 300dpi

Date taken:

28 February 2008

Location:

Tan Hill & Milk Hill, Wiltshire, UK.

More information:

This ancient earthwork was constructed in the 5th or 6th century as a defensive barrier against hostile invaders. Its best preserved section is in Wiltshire, between Morgan's Hill and Savernake forest.