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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	A holloway (also known as a hollow way or sunken lane) is a path that has been carved into a wooded area over time, typically due to traffic from ~~human feet~~, animal hooves or cart wheels. The term holloway is ~~likely taken~~ from the Old English phrase hola weg, which means sunken road.	+	A holloway (also known as a hollow way or sunken lane) is a path that has been carved into a wooded area over time, typically due to traffic from humans, animal hooves or cart wheels. The term holloway is thought to originate from the Old English phrase hola weg, which means sunken road.

−	These thoroughfares are generally formed in the natural landscape without the use of equipment ~~to remove earth or trees~~. Their development is sometimes aided by erosion caused by the movement of water (brought about by excessive rainfall and subsequent flooding), which deepens the tunnelling effect.	+	These thoroughfares are generally formed in the natural landscape without the use of equipment. Their development is sometimes aided by erosion caused by the movement of water (brought about by excessive rainfall and subsequent flooding), which deepens the tunnelling effect.

	= History =		= History =

−	The oldest holloways date back to the early Iron Age. According to holloway expert Robert Macfarlane, it is thought that none originated after the 1700s. However, it is difficult to date their origins precisely.	+	The oldest holloways date back to the early Iron Age. According to holloway expert Robert Macfarlane, it is thought that none originated after the 1700s. However, it is difficult to date their origins precisely. Prior to the development of more modern roadways, holloways provided an essential network of trenches for rural transport and communication.
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−	Prior to the development of more modern roadways, holloways provided an essential network of trenches for rural transport and communication.	+

	= Creation =		= Creation =

−	This human-made infrastructure is usually ~~situated~~ significantly below the adjacent landscape - sometimes by more than three metres. As a result, it is not unusual for trees or hedges to grow above the holloway with their limbs and leaves curving over the top. This can form a protective canopy that creates the effect of a tunnel, with the deep roots of the trees visible in the banks on either side.	+	This human-made infrastructure is usually significantly below the adjacent landscape - sometimes by more than three metres. As a result, it is not unusual for trees or hedges to grow above the holloway with their limbs and leaves curving over the top. This can form a protective canopy that creates the effect of a tunnel, with the deep roots of the trees visible in the banks on either side.

−	Holloways occur most ~~often~~ in areas where the ground ~~and stone are~~ soft. The soil ~~has a high composition of~~ wind-blown dust, and sandstone or chalk are present in the natural ~~infrastructure~~. Because the composition of the ground is made up of softer materials, it is easier for paths to form.	+	Holloways occur most commonly in areas where the ground is soft. The soil typically includes significant wind-blown dust, and sandstone or chalk are present in the natural geology. Because the composition of the ground is made up of softer materials, it is easier for paths to form.

−	In southern England, holloways are a common part of the landscape in places such as the North and South Downs and the Surrey Hills ~~AONB~~. They are also found in the western part of the UK, ~~particulary in~~ less developed regions of Dorset and west Wales.	+	In southern England, holloways are a common part of the landscape, particularly in places such as the North and South Downs and the Surrey Hills. They are also found in the western part of the UK, such as the less developed regions of Dorset and west Wales.

	= Purposes =		= Purposes =

−	~~Aside from~~ their original purpose as a pedestrian and livestock passageway, holloways served additional purposes, including:	+	Other than their original purpose as a pedestrian and livestock passageway, holloways served additional purposes, including:

−	* Natural boundaries between ~~landowner~~ estates.	+	* Natural boundaries between estates.
	* Strategic landmarks during military campaigns.		* Strategic landmarks during military campaigns.
−	* Safe habitats and migratory ~~routeways~~ for ~~animals, birds and other~~ wildlife.	+	* Safe habitats and migratory routes for wildlife.
	* Ecological and geological preservation zones.		* Ecological and geological preservation zones.

−	Some holloways have been made into modern roads for motorised traffic. These are usually single track lanes that require passing places.	+	Some holloways have been made into modern roads for motorised traffic. These are usually single track lanes that require passing places. Others have been preserved as green lanes and are used as bridleways, while some remain inactive.
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−	Others have been preserved as green lanes and are used as bridleways, while some remain inactive.	+

	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =

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	A holloway (also known as a hollow way or sunken lane) is a path that has been carved into a wooded area over time, typically due to traffic from human feet, animal hooves or cart wheels. The term holloway is likely taken from the Old English phrase hola weg, which means sunken road.		A holloway (also known as a hollow way or sunken lane) is a path that has been carved into a wooded area over time, typically due to traffic from human feet, animal hooves or cart wheels. The term holloway is likely taken from the Old English phrase hola weg, which means sunken road.

−	These thoroughfares are generally formed in the natural landscape without the use of equipment to remove earth or trees. Their development is sometimes aided by erosion caused by the movement of water (brought about by excessive rainfall and subsequent flooding), which deepens the ~~tunneling~~ effect.	+	These thoroughfares are generally formed in the natural landscape without the use of equipment to remove earth or trees. Their development is sometimes aided by erosion caused by the movement of water (brought about by excessive rainfall and subsequent flooding), which deepens the tunnelling effect.

	= History =		= History =
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	* Sandstone.		* Sandstone.
	* The conservation of historic transport infrastructure.		* The conservation of historic transport infrastructure.
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		+	= External resources =
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		+	* Robert Macfarlane, [https://www.faber.co.uk/9780571302710-holloway.html Holloways].

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	* Rural area.		* Rural area.
	* Sandstone.		* Sandstone.
		+	* The conservation of historic transport infrastructure.

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	Holloways occur most often in areas where the ground and stone are soft. The soil has a high composition of wind-blown dust, and sandstone or chalk are present in the natural infrastructure. Because the composition of the ground is made up of softer materials, it is easier for paths to form.		Holloways occur most often in areas where the ground and stone are soft. The soil has a high composition of wind-blown dust, and sandstone or chalk are present in the natural infrastructure. Because the composition of the ground is made up of softer materials, it is easier for paths to form.

−	In southern England, holloways are a common part of the landscape in places such as the North and South Downs and the Surrey Hills AONB. They are also found in the western part of the ~~country~~, in ~~places such as~~ Dorset and west Wales.	+	In southern England, holloways are a common part of the landscape in places such as the North and South Downs and the Surrey Hills AONB. They are also found in the western part of the UK, particulary in less developed regions of Dorset and west Wales.

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	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =
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		+	* Chalk aquifer.
		+	* Clunch.
		+	* Forests.
		+	* Lane.
		+	* National nature reserves.
		+	* Pathway.
		+	* Rural area.
		+	* Sandstone.

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= Introduction =

A holloway (also known as a hollow way or sunken lane) is a path that has been carved into a wooded area over time, typically due to traffic from human feet, animal hooves or cart wheels. The term holloway is likely taken from the Old English phrase hola weg, which means sunken road.

These thoroughfares are generally formed in the natural landscape without the use of equipment to remove earth or trees. Their development is sometimes aided by erosion caused by the movement of water (brought about by excessive rainfall and subsequent flooding), which deepens the tunneling effect.

= History =

The oldest holloways date back to the early Iron Age. According to holloway expert Robert Macfarlane, it is thought that none originated after the 1700s. However, it is difficult to date their origins precisely.

Prior to the development of more modern roadways, holloways provided an essential network of trenches for rural transport and communication.

= Creation =

This human-made infrastructure is usually situated significantly below the adjacent landscape - sometimes by more than three metres. As a result, it is not unusual for trees or hedges to grow above the holloway with their limbs and leaves curving over the top. This can form a protective canopy that creates the effect of a tunnel, with the deep roots of the trees visible in the banks on either side.

Holloways occur most often in areas where the ground and stone are soft. The soil has a high composition of wind-blown dust, and sandstone or chalk are present in the natural infrastructure. Because the composition of the ground is made up of softer materials, it is easier for paths to form.

In southern England, holloways are a common part of the landscape in places such as the North and South Downs and the Surrey Hills AONB. They are also found in the western part of the country, in places such as Dorset and west Wales.

= Purposes =

Aside from their original purpose as a pedestrian and livestock passageway, holloways served additional purposes, including:

* Natural boundaries between landowner estates.
* Strategic landmarks during military campaigns.
* Safe habitats and migratory routeways for animals, birds and other wildlife.
* Ecological and geological preservation zones.

Some holloways have been made into modern roads for motorised traffic. These are usually single track lanes that require passing places.

Others have been preserved as green lanes and are used as bridleways, while some remain inactive.

= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =

[[Category:DCN_Definition]] [[Category:Definitions]] [[Category:History]] [[Category:Surrey_Hills_AONB]] [[Category:Construction_techniques]]