Eagle Barnsdale

Settlement in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Eagle Barnsdale

A crop of onions in a field near Swinderby
A crop of onions in a field near Swinderby Credit: Roy Hughes

Eagle Barnsdale is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated approximately 9 miles north of the city of Lincoln, the village lies within the district of North Kesteven. Eagle Barnsdale is a rural settlement, surrounded by picturesque countryside and farmland.

The village is characterized by its charming and quaint atmosphere, with a population of around 300 residents. The history of Eagle Barnsdale can be traced back to the Anglo-Saxon period, and evidence of its past can still be seen in the architecture of some buildings, such as the St. Andrew's Church, which dates back to the 12th century.

Despite its small size, Eagle Barnsdale boasts a strong sense of community, with several local amenities available to residents. These include a village hall, a primary school, a post office, and a pub. The village also has a number of sports clubs and recreational facilities, providing opportunities for residents to engage in activities such as cricket and football.

Eagle Barnsdale benefits from its proximity to the city of Lincoln, which offers a wider range of amenities and services. The village is well-connected to the city and other nearby towns through road links, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Overall, Eagle Barnsdale is a charming and peaceful village, offering a tranquil rural lifestyle while still providing access to the amenities and services of nearby towns and cities.

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Eagle Barnsdale Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.178855/-0.685066 or Grid Reference SK8765. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A crop of onions in a field near Swinderby
A crop of onions in a field near Swinderby
Swinderby station and car park
Swinderby station and car park
Church Lane, Eagle
Church Lane, Eagle
Path through the churchyard, Eagle
Path through the churchyard, Eagle
Church gateway and war memorial, Eagle
Church gateway and war memorial, Eagle
Former Wesleyan Methodist Chapel, Eagle There is also a former Sunday school, in the same style, to the right.
Former Wesleyan Methodist Chapel, Eagle
There is also a former Sunday school, in the same style, to the right.
Slacks Hill Trig Point Flush Bracket 2993
Slacks Hill Trig Point Flush Bracket 2993
Hampden crash memorial Memorial in All Saints' churchyard for Pilot John Bernard Kennedy (26) RNZAF, observer Vernon James Hopwood (26) wireless operator/gunner William Leonard Kelly (21) and air gunner George Arthur Metcalfe from the RAF died.

Their 455 Squadron Royal Australian Air Force Hampden bomber had taken off from RAF Wigsley targeting German battleships in the North Sea, but had to return to base because of engine trouble. The aircraft crashed just before 2am on February 13 1942 in an orchard in Eagle as it was preparing to land.

The memorial was unveiled on February 13 2022, 80 years later.
Hampden crash memorial
Memorial in All Saints' churchyard for Pilot John Bernard Kennedy (26) RNZAF, observer Vernon James Hopwood (26) wireless operator/gunner William Leonard Kelly (21) and air gunner George Arthur Metcalfe from the RAF died. Their 455 Squadron Royal Australian Air Force Hampden bomber had taken off from RAF Wigsley targeting German battleships in the North Sea, but had to return to base because of engine trouble. The aircraft crashed just before 2am on February 13 1942 in an orchard in Eagle as it was preparing to land. The memorial was unveiled on February 13 2022, 80 years later.
All Saints' church, Eagle 13th C but largely rebuilt.
All Saints' church, Eagle
13th C but largely rebuilt.
All Saints' church, Eagle The church is set back from the road by an avenue of trees.
All Saints' church, Eagle
The church is set back from the road by an avenue of trees.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the west face of All Saints Church. It marks a point 30.590m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the west face of All Saints Church. It marks a point 30.590m above mean sea level.
Eagle Hall and Wood: aerial 2016
Eagle Hall and Wood: aerial 2016
Looking towards Preston Farm Next year's crop already sown.
Looking towards Preston Farm
Next year's crop already sown.
Stack of new straw
Stack of new straw
Drain in need of clearing
Drain in need of clearing
Drain near Swinderby House
Drain near Swinderby House
Entering Eagle Hall On National Cycle Route 64
Entering Eagle Hall
On National Cycle Route 64
The Barn, Eagle Hall Farm Grade II listed, dated 1715  <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.lincstothepast.com/Eagle-Hall-Farm/237230.record?pt=S" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.lincstothepast.com/Eagle-Hall-Farm/237230.record?pt=S">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>. Eagle Hall Farm occupies the site of a 12th century preceptory of the Knights Templar <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MLI60126&resourceID=1006" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MLI60126&resourceID=1006">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The Barn, Eagle Hall Farm
Grade II listed, dated 1715 LinkExternal link. Eagle Hall Farm occupies the site of a 12th century preceptory of the Knights Templar LinkExternal link
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Eagle Barnsdale is located at Grid Ref: SK8765 (Lat: 53.178855, Lng: -0.685066)

Division: Parts of Kesteven

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: North Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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