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HFF Whetstone Leicestershire 9th December 2017

The ridge and furrow pattern is not altogether obvious on the land itself in this shot but the wavy fence clearly follows the surface & the telephoto lens emphasises the relief.

It is an archaeological pattern of ridges and troughs created by a system of ploughing used in Europe during the Middle Ages, typical of the open field system. The earliest examples date to the immediate post-Roman period and the system was used until the 17th century in some areas. Clearly these fields reverted to grassland and may not have been ploughed for 100s of years!

HFF to everyone. Have a great weekend.
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Jaap van 't Veen said:

That's quite a different fence.
hFF
3 weeks ago ( translate )

Annemarie said:

beautiful

Have a peaceful Friday!
3 weeks ago ( translate )

Herb Riddle said:

A very nice and interesting fence here Pete. It must take far more effort to build these. Well done.

HFF, enjoy the weekend. Herb
3 weeks ago ( translate )

David G Johnson said:

Good info' there thanks Pete,. I have noticed that feature in past country walks,, keep well and a HFF to you - from Dj.
3 weeks ago

Roger (Grisly) said:

Nice light and fascinating notes Pete, HFF and a good weekend!
3 weeks ago

tiabunna said:

A fascinating wavy fence and interesting information, Pete. HFF and have a great weekend.
3 weeks ago

Christa1004 said:

The most wavy fence I've ever seen!! And thanks for the interesting information. HFF Pete.
3 weeks ago

Xata said:

Love the wavy fence enhanced by the sunlight, HFF Pete.
3 weeks ago

Fred Fouarge said:

HFF--Pete zeer byzonder
3 weeks ago ( translate )

Gudrun said:

The waves look wonderfully dynamic. HFF and a good weekend!
3 weeks ago

TOZ said:

That's a great fence Pete.
HFF best TOZ
3 weeks ago

David Slater (Spodde… said:

Certainly different Pete. HFF and happy weekend.
3 weeks ago ( translate )

Dimas Sequeira said:

Awesome rippled fence! Belated HFF, Pete!
3 weeks ago ( translate )