Barn Walk Spinney

Wood, Forest in Lincolnshire East Lindsey

England

Barn Walk Spinney

Moated site at Brinkhill: aerial 2021 Credit: Simon Tomson

Barn Walk Spinney is a charming woodland located in Lincolnshire, England. Spread over a vast area, this forested area offers a serene and tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The spinney is situated in the picturesque countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and meadows.

The woodland is predominantly made up of a variety of majestic trees, including oak, birch, and beech. These trees provide a dense canopy, creating a shady and cool atmosphere within the spinney. The forest floor is covered with a lush carpet of ferns, moss, and wildflowers, adding to the enchanting beauty of the surroundings.

Barn Walk Spinney is home to a diverse range of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. Visitors may spot an array of bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds, as they flit through the treetops. Squirrels darting among the branches and rabbits hopping through the undergrowth are also a common sight.

The spinney offers several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the area at their own pace. These trails wind through the forest, offering glimpses of the surrounding countryside and providing opportunities for peaceful reflection. The woodland is well-maintained, with clear paths and signposts ensuring that visitors can navigate easily.

Overall, Barn Walk Spinney in Lincolnshire is a verdant and inviting woodland, offering a delightful escape into nature. Its abundant wildlife, lush vegetation, and well-maintained trails make it an ideal destination for both nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

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Barn Walk Spinney Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.245777/0.034489117 or Grid Reference TF3574. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Moated site at Brinkhill: aerial 2021

Simon Tomson

Direction Sign â Signpost on South Road in South Ormsby cum Ketsby parish

Located on the south side of the junction of South Road and Ormsby Ring in South Ormsby cum Ketsby parish. 3 arms and no finial. Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF3775

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Direction Sign â Signpost in the centre of Brinkhill village

Located on the west side of the T junction in the village, Brinkhill parish. 3 arms and no finial. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF3773

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Direction Sign â Signpost at the north end of Bag Enderby

Located on the north side of a T junction at the north end of Bag Enderby in Greetham with Somersby parish. 3 arms and no finial. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF3572

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St Leonards' church, South Ormsby

From the north east.

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Interior, St Leonards' church, South Ormsby

Looking east along the nave.

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East window, St Leonards' church, South Ormsby

Three light window with scenes from The Life of Christ by Clayton & Bell, 1873.

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Window sIII, St Leonards' church, South Ormesby

The window consists of reset pieces of old glass, assembled in the 19th C. The pieces are of Dutch and German origin, from the 16th and 17th Centuries. Some pieces may come from Notre Dame in Paris, at the time of The French Revolution. Subjects are the usual religious scenes and characters, with some beautifully painted heads.

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Brass to Sir William Skipwith and wife, St Leonards' church, South Ormsby

Sir William Skipwith (1417 - 1482) son of Sir Thomas Skipwith and Margery Fitzhugh, married Joan Mortimer and Agnes Constable (featured here). He had a son John (d.1469), and daughters Alice and Joan, these are shown below on the brass.

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Brass of Unknown Lady and dog

Probably early 15th C. It was removed from the floor, where the indent can still be seen.

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Stained glass window, St Leonards' church, South Ormsby

Showing scenes from the life of St Leonard. Originally at Abbey Gate, Leicester. In Memory of Jack Traves, 1905-1993, and Audrey Traves 1910-1993.

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Stained glass window, St Leonards' church, South Ormsby

Scenes from the life of St Leonard. Originally in St Leonards, Abbey Gate, Leicester. In memory of Iris Warten, 1904-1991.

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Memorial, St Leonards' church, South Ormsby

In memory of Charles Massingberd d.1835. By Richard Westmacott Junior.

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Font, St Leonards' church, South Ormsby

Grade I listed. The church dates from the 12th century onwards, the chancel dating from the 15th century. There was a restoration in 1871 by James Fowler. The church is built in greenstone with limestone ashlar dressings, and tiled and lead roof. There is a western tower, nave, south aisle (with Chapel), north porch, and chancel. The tower, of three stages, dates from the late 14th century and has corner buttresses with a battlemented parapet with pinnacles and gargoyles. The south arcade is of three bays with round piers and some foliage on the capitals. It dates from C.1200. At the west end of the south aisle there is a reset Norman doorway. The south aisle was rebuilt by Fowler in 1872. The tower arch is late fourteenth century and the chancel arch has work from C.1200. The South Chapel has European reset glass from the 17th century. There is also a brass to Sir William Skipwith and a further brass of a female with a dog. These have been wall mounted, the original matrices can be seen on the floor. There is an octagonal font with carved Angels on the underside of bowl, and Shields with symbols of the Annunciation, Instruments of the passion, Coats of Arms etc. The shields are held by the Angels. There are several early nineteenth century memorials with one by Westmacott. The two manual organ is by Forster & Andrews from 1890. There is the remains of a medieval cross in the churchyard.

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