Fen Side

Settlement in Lincolnshire East Lindsey

England

Fen Side

Direction Sign â Signpost On Scarborough Bank in Stickford parish Located on the west side of the T junction of Scarborough Bank and Midville Lane in Stickford parish. 3 arms and no finial.

Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF3458 — Direction Sign â Signpost On Scarborough Bank in Stickford parish Credit: A Riley

Fen Side is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated near the east coast of the country, it lies approximately 20 miles northeast of the city of Lincoln. The village is nestled within the scenic landscape of the Lincolnshire Fens, renowned for its flat, fertile agricultural land.

Fen Side is a tranquil and close-knit community, with a population of around 400 residents. It offers a peaceful countryside setting, making it an attractive destination for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the hustle and bustle of larger cities. The village is characterized by charming cottages and picturesque views of the surrounding countryside.

One of the notable features of Fen Side is its proximity to several nature reserves and wildlife habitats. The area is a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts, with opportunities to spot a variety of species in their natural habitats. The nearby Saltfleetby-Theddlethorpe Dunes National Nature Reserve is particularly popular, offering stunning coastal views and a diverse range of flora and fauna.

Despite its small size, Fen Side is well-connected to neighboring towns and cities. The village has good road links, making it easily accessible by car, and there are regular bus services connecting it to nearby settlements. The village also benefits from a close proximity to the coast, with popular seaside destinations such as Skegness and Mablethorpe within a short driving distance.

Overall, Fen Side is a charming and peaceful village, offering a rural escape with access to stunning natural landscapes and nearby coastal attractions.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.102525/0.011443 or Grid Reference TF3458. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Direction Sign â Signpost On Scarborough Bank in Stickford parish

Located on the west side of the T junction of Scarborough Bank and Midville Lane in Stickford parish. 3 arms and no finial. Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF3458

A Riley

Direction Sign â Signpost at Sunnylea in New Leake parish

Located at Sunnylea on the southwest side of the crossroads of Midville Lane, Midville Road and Horbling Lane in New Leake parish. 3 arms and no finial. Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF3556

A Riley

The Red Lion at Stickford

Jonathan Thacker

Musgrave's Bridge

Spans the West Fen Catchwater Drain. Designed by John Rennie the Elder Link

and built c1805 Link

Jonathan Thacker

Footpath alongside the West Catchwater Drain

Jonathan Thacker

Parched grass field off Horbling Lane, Stickney

Extremely hot weather and lack of rain are the cause.

Jonathan Thacker

Drain off Fodder Dike Bank

Jonathan Thacker

Church Road, Stickford

Stickford is a quiet backwater by-passed by the A16. In this view the Red Lion is on the left and ahead St Helen's Church is doing its best to hide behind a tree.

Stephen McKay

Stickney: aerial 2023 (1)

Chris

Stickney: aerial 2023 (2)

Chris

Stickney and the site of a flax mill: aerial 2023

Mr W Mawer owned the steam powered linseed oil and flax mill (to the left of Midville Lane?), and a cast iron pipe was said to have been laid under the Public Footpath to carry water directly from the drain to feed the steam boiler at the mill. A large explosion occurred here in 1870 which started a fire that destroyed much of the farm buildings and most of the stack yard. See: Link

and Link

TF3961 : Earthworks including possible retting pits, Toynton Fenside: aerial 2023 (1)

Chris

Possible site of retting pits NW of Stickney: aerial 2023 (1)

The parallel (but not the diagonal) lines near the top tight corner of the big arable field. See TF3557 : Stickney and the site of a flax mill: aerial 2023 Link

A clearer picture of this feature can be found on Google Earth.

Simon Tomson

Possible site of retting pits NW of Stickney: aerial 2023 (2)

The parallel (but not the diagonal) lines near the bottom left corner of the big arable field. See TF3557 : Stickney and the site of a flax mill: aerial 2023, TF3961 : Earthworks including possible retting pits, Toynton Fenside: aerial 2023 (1) and Link

A clearer picture of this feature can be found on Google Earth.

Simon Tomson

Gargoyle, St Luke's church, Stickney

Dates from the 14th century, on the wall of the porch.

Julian P Guffogg

St Luke's church, Stickney

View from the east.

Julian P Guffogg

East window, St Luke's church, Stickney

Depicting Christ flanked by Saints Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. In memory of George Henry Hales, d.1922, curate and rector for many years, and contributed toward rebuilding the church in 1900. He was also an athlete, known for throwing the hammer, and once holding the world record. I wonder if that is the reference in the lower left corner of 158ft 3in? Glass is by Burlison & Grylls, 1923.

Julian P Guffogg

Stained glass window, St Luke's church, Stickney

South aisle east window in memory of John Kirkham d.1866, who bred prize winning Lincoln Red cattle. Artist unknown.

Julian P Guffogg

Stained glass window, St Luke's church, Stickney

"Suffer little children" theme, with children and animals. By Gerald E. R. Smith of A. K. Nicholson Stained Glass Studio, in memory of The children of Stickney. First half of the 20th century.

Julian P Guffogg

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Fen Side is located at Grid Ref: TF3458 (Lat: 53.102525, Lng: 0.011443)

Division: Parts of Lindsey

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: East Lindsey

Police Authority: Lincolnshire