Why so much dry stone walls?

Question

Why so much dry stone walls?

Answer 1

The stone was in the ground and as it was cultivated the stone was surplice to requirements and it was used to fence off the fields. On large estates building of stone walls was a means to create employment.

Answer 2

Gave the Italian prisoners of war something to do.

But if you are complaining about the price, that's different matter.

Answer 3

They're beautiful, practical, and the material's there to hand! Enjoy!

Answer 4

stop other farmers cattle and sheep from straying onto their land.It looks nice also.in the west counrty they have hedgerows instead