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Haceby Great Wood

Wood, Forest in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Haceby Great Wood

Haceby: aerial 2021 (1)
Haceby: aerial 2021 (1) Credit: Chris

Haceby Great Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated near the village of Haceby, this expansive forest covers an area of approximately 100 hectares, making it a significant natural habitat within the region.

The wood is predominantly composed of a mix of broadleaf and coniferous trees, including oak, beech, birch, and pine, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The dense canopy provides shelter and nesting sites for a wide variety of bird species, including great tits, woodpeckers, and tawny owls. The forest floor is home to an array of flora and fauna, with bluebells, primroses, and wood sorrel carpeting the ground during springtime.

Haceby Great Wood offers a tranquil and peaceful environment, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and walkers. The woodland is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore the area and discover its natural beauty. There are also designated picnic areas, providing the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

Managed by the local forestry commission, Haceby Great Wood is carefully maintained to preserve its ecological balance and encourage sustainable forestry practices. The forest is periodically thinned to promote the growth of healthy trees and ensure the continued diversity of wildlife.

Overall, Haceby Great Wood is a cherished natural gem, offering a serene escape from the bustle of everyday life and providing a valuable habitat for a wide range of species.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.912966/-0.45924979 or Grid Reference TF0336. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Haceby: aerial 2021 (1)
Haceby: aerial 2021 (1)
Haceby: aerial 2021 (2)
Haceby: aerial 2021 (2)
Fields north-west of Pickworth
Fields north-west of Pickworth
Restricted byway from Dembleby towards Osbournby The byway forms part of a line of quiet roads, byways and bridleways forming an east-west cycling route avoiding the dangerous A52
Restricted byway from Dembleby towards Osbournby
The byway forms part of a line of quiet roads, byways and bridleways forming an east-west cycling route avoiding the dangerous A52
Newton Bar, A52 Location of one of the turnpikes (barrier gates) when the A52 was maintained as a toll road <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=Lincolnshire_Turnpikes" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=Lincolnshire_Turnpikes">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>
Newton Bar, A52
Location of one of the turnpikes (barrier gates) when the A52 was maintained as a toll road LinkExternal link
Road from Newton down to Newton Bar (A52) Running down to one of the shallow valleys formed by tributaries to the South Forty Drain Catchment
Road from Newton down to Newton Bar (A52)
Running down to one of the shallow valleys formed by tributaries to the South Forty Drain Catchment
Village Cross, The Green, Newton Listed Grade II 'buildings': a 19th century cross and, behind, the late 18th century Laundry Cottage <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/map-search?clearresults=true?clearresults=True#?search=TF04723626" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/map-search?clearresults=true?clearresults=True#?search=TF04723626">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>
Village Cross, The Green, Newton
Listed Grade II 'buildings': a 19th century cross and, behind, the late 18th century Laundry Cottage LinkExternal link
Church of St Botolph, Newton Listed Grade I. Built 13th to 15th, and restored 19th century <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1061795?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1061795?section=official-list-entry">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>
Church of St Botolph, Newton
Listed Grade I. Built 13th to 15th, and restored 19th century LinkExternal link
Site of a Roman villa by the A52 near Haceby There is little to be seen now. But earlier excavation revealed a large villa, probably of a courtyard plan consisting of eight rooms including a bath house, and artefacts including coins dating from the period 76 to 364 AD. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://heritage-explorer.lincolnshire.gov.uk/Monument/MLI60730" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://heritage-explorer.lincolnshire.gov.uk/Monument/MLI60730">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 site, a scheduled Ancient Monument, lies next to the A52 (beyond the hedge on right), which follows the route of a Roman road (the Salt Way).
Site of a Roman villa by the A52 near Haceby
There is little to be seen now. But earlier excavation revealed a large villa, probably of a courtyard plan consisting of eight rooms including a bath house, and artefacts including coins dating from the period 76 to 364 AD. LinkExternal link The site, a scheduled Ancient Monument, lies next to the A52 (beyond the hedge on right), which follows the route of a Roman road (the Salt Way).
Saint Botolphs Church, Newton by Folkingham.
Saint Botolphs Church, Newton by Folkingham.
Haceby Little Wood
Haceby Little Wood
Haceby Church, Dedicated To The Saints Margaret & Barbara First time I have come across a church dedicated to Saint Barbara. Albeit shared with Saint Margaret.
Haceby Church, Dedicated To The Saints Margaret & Barbara
First time I have come across a church dedicated to Saint Barbara. Albeit shared with Saint Margaret.
Braceby Woodland New woodland planted between Haceby & Braceby.
Braceby Woodland
New woodland planted between Haceby & Braceby.
Saint Lucia's Church, Dembleby
Saint Lucia's Church, Dembleby
Interior of Haceby Church St Margaret's Church, sometimes known as St Barbara's, in Haceby has a fine painted decoration on the chancel arch. It shows the arms of Queen Anne which was restored in 1979. It was painted over a Medieval "Doom" and you can still make out angels herding a crowd of sinners onto the path to Hell on the right hand side. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://homepages.which.net/~rex/bourne/haceby.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://homepages.which.net/~rex/bourne/haceby.htm">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> for further information about the village and church although the site is open and the church easy to access now. It is managed by the Churches Conservation Trust and there is an informative leaflet available by the font. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.visitchurches.org.uk/frontpage.asp" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.visitchurches.org.uk/frontpage.asp">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> for info about the CCT.
Interior of Haceby Church
St Margaret's Church, sometimes known as St Barbara's, in Haceby has a fine painted decoration on the chancel arch. It shows the arms of Queen Anne which was restored in 1979. It was painted over a Medieval "Doom" and you can still make out angels herding a crowd of sinners onto the path to Hell on the right hand side. See LinkExternal link for further information about the village and church although the site is open and the church easy to access now. It is managed by the Churches Conservation Trust and there is an informative leaflet available by the font. LinkExternal link for info about the CCT.
Little Haceby Wood, Lincolnshire View towards the wood across St Margaret's church yard through the porch window.
Little Haceby Wood, Lincolnshire
View towards the wood across St Margaret's church yard through the porch window.
Country Road at Haceby, Lincolnshire A small stone and pantile barn on the lane leading out of Haceby towards the A52.
Country Road at Haceby, Lincolnshire
A small stone and pantile barn on the lane leading out of Haceby towards the A52.
Haceby, Lincolnshire See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://homepages.which.net/~rex/bourne/haceby.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://homepages.which.net/~rex/bourne/haceby.htm">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> for information but note that several houses have now been renovated and are lived in once more.
Haceby, Lincolnshire
See LinkExternal link for information but note that several houses have now been renovated and are lived in once more.
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Haceby Great Wood is located at Grid Ref: TF0336 (Lat: 52.912966, Lng: -0.45924979)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: North Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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