PREHISTORY

Our Investigation

Click here to view the location and extent of Grim’s Ditch.

The western end, south of Wantage, forms the focus of our investigation. In addition to exploring the earthwork on the ground, air photographs and an archaeological report, both held at the National Monuments Record, provided further information.

Click here to find out more on the nature of the earthwork.

There are several changes of direction along the course of the ditch, some of which are sharp turns.

Click here for a discussion about one of these.

If you would like to know more about the linear feature south of Wantage known as Grim’s Ditch, view or download the pdf below. This file also provides a general overview of the Wantage area in later prehistory.

- Download a synopsis about the Wantage Area in later prehistory.

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