![]() Recent aerial survey work has identified a handful of additional sites, such as the Poppit example, but there are few opportunities to investigate and record in detail these important underwater sites."Īn exploratory dive has already been undertaken by Dr Otto, together with Jennifer Jones, a scientific diver. "Today only a few are known to survive in Wales. "Fish traps were a widely used means of catching fish in the past which made a significant contribution to the economy of many coastal and estuarine communities," she said. Louise Austin, of the Dyfed Archaeological Trust, said the find was very important. He added: "This structure is a true conundrum, and certainly worthwhile investigating further, because it forms part of the historic and cultural seascape of the area. "Its age is unknown, but because of its now entirely sub-tidal position, this fish trap is very old, possibly dating back more than 1,000 years, when sea level was lower and the entrance to the Teifi Estuary further towards the Poppit side." Members of the public are being urged to come forward to help piece together the history of the fish trap at Poppit in Pembrokeshire ![]()
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