Field System Collection

Wylye Down field system 29833_034
Iron Age or Romano British field system earthwork on Wylye Down, Wiltshire, 2016

Strip fields MCF01_02_0966
WEST STREET, CORFE CASTLE, PURBECK, DORSET. A man with a pair of horses ploughing a field with Corfe Castle in the distance

Fyfield Down 33416_023
Field system earthwork, strip lynchet earthwork and the Giants Grave Long Barrow on Fyfield Down, Wiltshire, 2017

Housesteads 34059_041
Housesteads (VIRCOVICIUM) Roman fort, Hadrians Wall, Northumberland, 2018

Willowford camp 33031_036
Willowford Roman temporary camp, Cumbria, 2017

Field system JEH_22064_010
Pertwood Down, Monkton Deverill, Wiltshire, 1971. Earthwork remains of an Iron Age or Romano British field system. ST8737

Fyfield Down 29633_053
Fyfield Down, Wiltshire, 2015. Prehistoric to post-medieval settlement, cultivation, industrial and funerary remains. SU1371

Fyfield Down 29633_001
Fyfield Down, Wiltshire, 2015. Prehistoric to post-medieval settlement, cultivation, industrial and funerary remains. SU1371

Kingston Maurward watermeadows 29551_031
Kingston Maurward, Dorset, 2015. Water meadows along the River Frome

Kingston Maurward watermeadows 29551_028
Kingston Maurward, Dorset, 2015. Water meadows along the River Frome

Part of string bean factory and field system, Seabrook Farm, Bridgeton, N. J. 1942. Creator: John Collier
Part of string bean factory and field system, Seabrook Farm, Bridgeton, N.J

View north of old field system from Carn Llidi, St. Davids, Pembrokeshire National Park, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Field boundaries on ancient farmland above Combe Martin in north Devon, UK
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"Exploring the Rich History of Field Systems: From Strip Fields to Watermeadows" Unveiling the hidden beauty of strip fields at MCF01_02_0966 - a testament to centuries-old agricultural practices. Step back in time as you wander through Fyfield Down 33416_023, where remnants of an ancient field system whisper stories of bygone eras. Immerse yourself in history at Housesteads 34059_041, where the remains of a once-thriving field system offer glimpses into Roman farming techniques. Discover the fascinating Willowford camp 33031_036, where an intricate field system served as a vital resource for soldiers stationed along Hadrian's Wall. Traverse Wylye Down's captivating landscape at 29833_034 and witness the ingenuity behind its well-preserved field system from times long past. Delve into the mysteries surrounding Field System JEH_22064_010, an enigmatic site that continues to intrigue archaeologists and historians alike. Marvel at Fyfield Down's breathtaking scenery captured in both 29633_053 and 29633_001, showcasing how nature intertwines with man-made field systems throughout history. Journey through time at Kingston Maurward watermeadows depicted in 29551_031 and 29551-028, witnessing how ingenious irrigation methods shaped this picturesque landscape. Transporting us across continents, John Collier's poignant photograph reveals Seabrook Farm's string bean factory and its harmonious coexistence with a vibrant field system during World War II (1942). Gaze upon Carn Llidi's awe-inspiring view northwards over St Davids' Pembrokeshire National Park – a testament to how ancient civilizations ingeniously utilized their land through intricate field systems.