Holloways Craft

Holloways or sunken lanes can be carved up to 10m below the surrounding ground level. They are incredible products of human impact, topography, geology and climate. 

Today, networks of ecologically rich holloways criss-cross our landscapes, acting as havens for wildlife, offering glimpses at exposed geological deposits and playing a significant and yet overlooked role in hydrological networks. These sunken routes, steeped in history and legend are a compelling and intriguing place to explore and connect with nature. 

Now you can make your very own holloway with this cut and fold template designed by Hannah Rigden especially for this year's Festival of Archaeology celebrating archaeology and nature.

You can also hear more from Natural England’s Holloways Project on BBC Radio 4: Open Country, Mapping Britain's Holloways on a journey across the Symondsbury estate near Bridport in Dorset.