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Hale, Great

Settlement in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Hale, Great

Kane Farm Stables near Heckington League Dressage competition.
Kane Farm Stables near Heckington Credit: Chris

Hale, Great is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated in the East Midlands region, Hale is a quintessential rural settlement that offers a tranquil and picturesque environment.

Surrounded by lush green fields and rolling countryside, Hale is known for its idyllic landscapes and charming atmosphere. The village is home to a close-knit community, with a population of around 500 residents. The local economy mainly relies on agriculture, with farming being a prominent occupation in the area.

Hale boasts a rich history, dating back to medieval times. The village is dotted with historic buildings, including the Grade II listed St. Andrew's Church, which dates back to the 13th century. This beautiful church serves as a reminder of the village's heritage and is a popular attraction for visitors.

Despite its small size, Hale offers a range of amenities for its residents. These include a primary school, a village hall, and a pub, providing essential services and a sense of community. The village also benefits from its proximity to nearby towns, such as Boston and Spalding, which offer a wider range of amenities and opportunities.

For nature enthusiasts, Hale is an excellent base to explore the surrounding countryside. The village is located near the Great Fen, a vast wetland area that is home to a diverse range of wildlife. This makes Hale an ideal destination for birdwatching and nature walks.

In summary, Hale, Great in Lincolnshire is a charming and peaceful village that offers a close-knit community, historic attractions, and access to beautiful natural landscapes.

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Kane Farm Stables near Heckington League Dressage competition.
Kane Farm Stables near Heckington
League Dressage competition.
Kane Farm Stables near Heckington League Dressage competition.
Kane Farm Stables near Heckington
League Dressage competition.
Kane Farm Stables near Heckington League Dressage competition.
Kane Farm Stables near Heckington
League Dressage competition.
Kane farm Stables near Heckington Prizewinners in the League Dressage.
Kane farm Stables near Heckington
Prizewinners in the League Dressage.
Kane Farm, near Heckington League Dressage prizewinner.
Kane Farm, near Heckington
League Dressage prizewinner.
Carterplot Road and the Car Dike Along the right-hand side of the road runs the remains of the Car Dike, an artificial water channel thought to have been constructed around AD125. It ran along the western fen edge from Peterborough to Lincoln. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.lincstothepast.com/Car-Dyke-in-Lincolnshire/236246.record?pt=S" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.lincstothepast.com/Car-Dyke-in-Lincolnshire/236246.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>
Carterplot Road and the Car Dike
Along the right-hand side of the road runs the remains of the Car Dike, an artificial water channel thought to have been constructed around AD125. It ran along the western fen edge from Peterborough to Lincoln. See LinkExternal link
Heckington: view from Littleworth Drove St. Andrew's Church, Heckington.
Heckington: view from Littleworth Drove
St. Andrew's Church, Heckington.
A17 lay-by
A17 lay-by
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Heckington Windmill and Station, Hale Road, Heckington The Grade I Listed windmill designed built in 1830 by Edward Ingledew for Michael Hare. The only surviving eight-sailed mill, it was converted from a five-sail following storm damage in March 1890 by John Pocklington. The sails came from Tuxford's Mill at Boston in 1892. Ceasing work in the 1946 it was purchased by Kesteven County Council in 1953 and restored to full working order in 1986 and further major repairs were carried out in 2004. In 2013 the Heritage Lottery Fund announce a grant to purchase and renovate the site. The Heritage Lottery Project is due for completion in Spring 2017. When the new sails were fitted in 2014, it was the first time that all 8 sails have been replaced since it was installed in 1892. The signal box is Grade II Listed by Joseph Locke in 1876 for the Great Northern Railway. It survives almost as built but with an 18 lever Saxby & Farmer lever frame of 1925 and replacement steps. The frame retains its original "rocker" or "dog" locking the majority of which have been relocked with tappets long ago. The box is schedule for closure in 2020. The station at Heckington was built in 1858-59 along with the station-master’s house, goods shed, and railway hotel on the Grantham to Skegness 'Poacher' line. The GNR became part of the LNER in 1923. For a reverse view see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4861927">TF1443 : Heckington Station, Hale Road, Heckington</a>
Heckington Windmill and Station, Hale Road, Heckington
The Grade I Listed windmill designed built in 1830 by Edward Ingledew for Michael Hare. The only surviving eight-sailed mill, it was converted from a five-sail following storm damage in March 1890 by John Pocklington. The sails came from Tuxford's Mill at Boston in 1892. Ceasing work in the 1946 it was purchased by Kesteven County Council in 1953 and restored to full working order in 1986 and further major repairs were carried out in 2004. In 2013 the Heritage Lottery Fund announce a grant to purchase and renovate the site. The Heritage Lottery Project is due for completion in Spring 2017. When the new sails were fitted in 2014, it was the first time that all 8 sails have been replaced since it was installed in 1892. The signal box is Grade II Listed by Joseph Locke in 1876 for the Great Northern Railway. It survives almost as built but with an 18 lever Saxby & Farmer lever frame of 1925 and replacement steps. The frame retains its original "rocker" or "dog" locking the majority of which have been relocked with tappets long ago. The box is schedule for closure in 2020. The station at Heckington was built in 1858-59 along with the station-master’s house, goods shed, and railway hotel on the Grantham to Skegness 'Poacher' line. The GNR became part of the LNER in 1923. For a reverse view see TF1443 : Heckington Station, Hale Road, Heckington
The Pearoom, Station Road, Heckington Grade II Listed former pea-sorting warehouse built in 1890 by Charles Sharpe and Company, international seed merchants. Used until 1962 it was saved by Heckington Village Trust in 1977-79. Restored as a craft, heritage and tourism centre it reverted to its owners in 2000 who converted it into gated flats.
The Pearoom, Station Road, Heckington
Grade II Listed former pea-sorting warehouse built in 1890 by Charles Sharpe and Company, international seed merchants. Used until 1962 it was saved by Heckington Village Trust in 1977-79. Restored as a craft, heritage and tourism centre it reverted to its owners in 2000 who converted it into gated flats.
Heckington Station, Hale Road, Heckington The signal box is Grade II Listed by Joseph Locke in 1876 for the Great Northern Railway. It survives almost as built but with an 18 lever Saxby & Farmer lever frame of 1925 and replacement steps. The frame retains its original "rocker" or "dog" locking the majority of which have been relocked with tappets long ago. The box is schedule for closure in 2020. The station at Heckington was built in 1858-59 along with the station-master’s house, goods shed, and railway hotel on the Grantham to Skegness 'Poacher' line. The GNR became part of the LNER in 1923. Heckington Village Trust saved the station from demolition by British Rail in 1975 and the General Waiting Room contains a selection of local history and heritage displays, GNR fireplace, ticket window and sales counter. In the adjoining Ticket Office there are numerous railway artefacts ranging from station names boards, railway uniforms, cast iron warning signs, railway lamps, and railway models, as well as ticket office equipment with ticket racks, Edmondson ticket stamp and other railway office furniture. For a reverse view see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4787848">TF1443 : Heckington Windmill and Station, Hale Road, Heckington</a>
Heckington Station, Hale Road, Heckington
The signal box is Grade II Listed by Joseph Locke in 1876 for the Great Northern Railway. It survives almost as built but with an 18 lever Saxby & Farmer lever frame of 1925 and replacement steps. The frame retains its original "rocker" or "dog" locking the majority of which have been relocked with tappets long ago. The box is schedule for closure in 2020. The station at Heckington was built in 1858-59 along with the station-master’s house, goods shed, and railway hotel on the Grantham to Skegness 'Poacher' line. The GNR became part of the LNER in 1923. Heckington Village Trust saved the station from demolition by British Rail in 1975 and the General Waiting Room contains a selection of local history and heritage displays, GNR fireplace, ticket window and sales counter. In the adjoining Ticket Office there are numerous railway artefacts ranging from station names boards, railway uniforms, cast iron warning signs, railway lamps, and railway models, as well as ticket office equipment with ticket racks, Edmondson ticket stamp and other railway office furniture. For a reverse view see TF1443 : Heckington Windmill and Station, Hale Road, Heckington
Henry Godson's Almshouses, 8 and 10 The Green, Heckington Grade II Listed Almshouses of 1886 with a bequest from wealthy village bachelor Henry Godson. Providing a decent home for widows of the parish they replaced a row of thatched cottages given by the Taylor family in the 18th century, two of which burned down in 1833.
Henry Godson's Almshouses, 8 and 10 The Green, Heckington
Grade II Listed Almshouses of 1886 with a bequest from wealthy village bachelor Henry Godson. Providing a decent home for widows of the parish they replaced a row of thatched cottages given by the Taylor family in the 18th century, two of which burned down in 1833.
Cross in the churchyard of the Church of St Andrew, Church Street, Heckington Grade II Listed and a Scheduled Ancient Monument remains of a 14th century cross. The lowest step is partially buried so that the top of the step is largely level with the ground surface and on the top step are the remains of iron clamps believed to date from the early 20th century restoration.
Cross in the churchyard of the Church of St Andrew, Church Street, Heckington
Grade II Listed and a Scheduled Ancient Monument remains of a 14th century cross. The lowest step is partially buried so that the top of the step is largely level with the ground surface and on the top step are the remains of iron clamps believed to date from the early 20th century restoration.
13 to 19 Cameron Street, Heckington Row of 4 Alms Houses established in 1904 by Edward Godson restored in 1975.
13 to 19 Cameron Street, Heckington
Row of 4 Alms Houses established in 1904 by Edward Godson restored in 1975.
The Old White Horse, 61 Church Street, Heckington Grade II Listed this building inscribed as a 'House of Industry' was a re-built workhouse that burned down in 1813 when an elderly lady took a lit candle upstairs to bed. It was then sold in 1837 and became the White Horse Inn that, although popular with villagers after Sunday services in the church opposite, closed in 1991. Often listed as a beer house it makes it difficult to trace and I can’t find evidence of it in 1841 or 1856 but otherwise my directories list; 1861 William Parker; 1868 William Bradley; 1872 no White Horse but William Bradley is listed as 'beerhouse'; 1885 Mrs Alice Haw; 1889 William Henry Martin; 1896 no White Horse but William Henry Martin is listed as beer retailer and plumber; 1901 the only inn listed in Church Street is the Six Bells (no list of beer retailers given); 1905 Thomas Purdy; 1909 Charles Skeith; 1913-1919 David Brown.
The Old White Horse, 61 Church Street, Heckington
Grade II Listed this building inscribed as a 'House of Industry' was a re-built workhouse that burned down in 1813 when an elderly lady took a lit candle upstairs to bed. It was then sold in 1837 and became the White Horse Inn that, although popular with villagers after Sunday services in the church opposite, closed in 1991. Often listed as a beer house it makes it difficult to trace and I can’t find evidence of it in 1841 or 1856 but otherwise my directories list; 1861 William Parker; 1868 William Bradley; 1872 no White Horse but William Bradley is listed as 'beerhouse'; 1885 Mrs Alice Haw; 1889 William Henry Martin; 1896 no White Horse but William Henry Martin is listed as beer retailer and plumber; 1901 the only inn listed in Church Street is the Six Bells (no list of beer retailers given); 1905 Thomas Purdy; 1909 Charles Skeith; 1913-1919 David Brown.
11 and 13 Church Street, Heckington Grade II Listed early 19th century houses and former shop.
11 and 13 Church Street, Heckington
Grade II Listed early 19th century houses and former shop.
The Nag's Head, 34 High Street, Heckington Grade II Listed public house of 1684 altered in the 19th and 20th centuries. To the gable a recessed square datestone is inscribed PTE Henry Ireland AD 1684. It is reputed that highwayman Dick Turpin slept here and was active in the parish. When hanged for stealing horses from a Tom Creasy of Heckington he said at his trial that he frequented an inn called the Nag's Head one mile from the centre of the village. The building may have used stone in its building from Cobham Hall. Directory entries include; 1835-1841 George Salmon; 1856-1861 Mrs Mary Salmon; 1872 Henry Penn (& bricklayer); 1885-1896 Felix Gray (& farmer); 1868 Mrs Ann Bones; 1901 W Brackenbury; 1905 Mrs Mary Ann Brackenbury (& butcher); 1909-1919 Alfred Bannister.
The Nag's Head, 34 High Street, Heckington
Grade II Listed public house of 1684 altered in the 19th and 20th centuries. To the gable a recessed square datestone is inscribed PTE Henry Ireland AD 1684. It is reputed that highwayman Dick Turpin slept here and was active in the parish. When hanged for stealing horses from a Tom Creasy of Heckington he said at his trial that he frequented an inn called the Nag's Head one mile from the centre of the village. The building may have used stone in its building from Cobham Hall. Directory entries include; 1835-1841 George Salmon; 1856-1861 Mrs Mary Salmon; 1872 Henry Penn (& bricklayer); 1885-1896 Felix Gray (& farmer); 1868 Mrs Ann Bones; 1901 W Brackenbury; 1905 Mrs Mary Ann Brackenbury (& butcher); 1909-1919 Alfred Bannister.
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Hale, Great is located at Grid Ref: TF1442 (Lat: 52.971387, Lng: -0.289549)

Division: Parts of Kesteven

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: North Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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