BOARD WORK TO KICK OFF THE SEASON AT ALTON BARNES
Two formations appeared in the same area and at the same time of year, three years apart. In both cases, the photographs were taken within 24 hours of discovery. They do not show the same on-the-ground damage. Hence the legitimate question — are we looking at the same technique (or technology, or force) behind both patterns, or two distinct methods, one of which remains unexplained?
OILSEED RAPE DOSSIER — Other photo galleries of oilseed rape formations made with boards and string.
PHOTOS TAKEN ON MAY 5, 2008 AT 6:00 AM BY WILLIAM BETTS — 1 DAY AFTER DISCOVERY











2009 / 2025 – Credits
William Betts: Gallery photos and captions
Anne L.: Texts* (except where attributed to William) · Creation of illustration visuals · Automatic translation generated by the author
Lucy Pringle: Aerial photo of the crop circle (transformed)
Note on the texts*: The use of we is a literary device and should not be interpreted as a personal designation.