Long Plantation

Wood, Forest in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Long Plantation

Ashby de la Launde: parish church of St. Hybald The church is at the end of Church Avenue and was closed as I visited early evening on this Sunday. — Ashby de la Launde: parish church of St. Hybald Credit: Chris Downer

Long Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated near the village of Wood, the plantation spans across a vast area, covering approximately 100 acres. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and those seeking solace in the serene beauty of the forest.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees, such as oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy overhead. This provides a cool and shaded environment, perfect for leisurely walks on warm summer days. The forest floor is adorned with a plethora of wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful tapestry.

Long Plantation is home to a diverse range of wildlife, making it a haven for animal lovers and birdwatchers. Visitors may spot species such as deer, foxes, badgers, and a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds.

The plantation offers a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their leisure. These paths wind their way through the forest, leading to secluded clearings, babbling brooks, and enchanting glades.

For those wishing to delve deeper into the natural history and ecology of the area, Long Plantation also features informative signage and interpretation boards, providing facts and insights into the flora and fauna that call this woodland home.

Overall, Long Plantation is a true gem in Lincolnshire, offering a peaceful and idyllic retreat for those seeking a connection with nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.067531/-0.44190351 or Grid Reference TF0453. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ashby de la Launde: parish church of St. Hybald

The church is at the end of Church Avenue and was closed as I visited early evening on this Sunday.

Chris Downer

Ashby de la Launde: payphone in Church Avenue

A rare sight nowadays, not that I ever recall them being all that common. This payphone is a Booth 7A - thanks to information from someone in the know about phone boxes, who also added: "also known as an Oakham due to its resemblance to a tin of old oak ham." When the red kiosks were being replaced by the familiar square boxes, these yellow phones were superseded by the KX410, seen for example here: SY8097 : Milborne St. Andrew: public phone in Milton Road Close

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A15 near Brauncewell Village

Steve Fareham

Junctions ahead on the A15

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Power lines march across the Lincolnshire farmland

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St Hybald's church, Ashby de la Launde

Viewed from the south west.

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St Hybald's church, Ashby de la Launde

From the north east.

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Interior, St Hybald's church, Ashby de la Launde

The hatchment on the right is to the King family.

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Interior, St Hybald's church, Ashby de la Launde

The walled up north arcade can be seen, the arches being retained.

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East window, St Hybald's church, Ashby de la Launde

Various scenes along with the Instruments of the Passion. The reredos obscures the lower part. Probably dates from 1850's.

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Monument to Edward King & wives, St Hybald's church

Owner of Ashby Manor from 1580, he restored the church in 1608, and died in 1617. He married twice, Firstly Mary Clopton, they had 6 children, then Elizabeth Colley, a widow. They had a son who died young.

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Monument, St Hybald's church, Ashby de la Launde

Originally part of the King memorial TF0554 : Monument to Edward King & wives, St Hybald's church, now on the opposite wall of the chancel. It depicts Mary, Ann, Elizabeth (died age 6) and Amy who died young. There would also have been a memorial to his 3 sons, but this is presumably lost.

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Stained glass window, St Hybald's church. Ashby de la Launde

New Testament scenes in a window in memory of Col. Neville King, d.1833, aged 81. Also to Clifford King, his son, d. 1841.

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Stained glass window, St Hybald's church, Ashby de la Launde

Tower window depicting Faith and Hope, in memory of Joseph and Sarah Clarke and daughters Maryanne and Alisimon, 1862.

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North doorway, St Hybald's church, Ashby de la Launde

The large crack looks worrying.

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Font, St Hybald's church, Ashby de la Launde

Grade II*listed One of four churches with this dedication in Lincolnshire, Saint Hybald was a Saxon Saint who died in circa 690. The church dates from the 12th century onwards, and once belonged to the Knights Templar. It was partly rebuilt in the mid 19th century following a fire. There is a west tower with a spire, nave, north porch, chancel, and vestry. The tower dates from the 13th century, although has been much restored. There is a battlemented parapet with gargoyles and recessed octagonal spire with one tier of lucarnes. There are five bells. The nave has a three bay arcade, however the north aisle has gone and a wall was built just north of the piers. The north door has a 13th century arch with dogtooth decoration. The font is from the early 14th century being a hexagonal bowl on a square base decorated with fleurons. At the west end of the nave there is a fragment of a tombstone to Isabel de la Launde from c. 1400. The nave roof is a 19th-century hammer beam with carved Angels. The chancel contains a monument to Edward King, died 1617, and his two wives. On the opposite wall is the other half of the original monument, namely his children. It was originally all one. There is a small single manual organ attributed to Flight and Robson from the early 19th century.

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