Island Pond

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Lincolnshire East Lindsey

England

Island Pond

Direction Sign â Signpost on Gravel Pits Lane, Burgh le Marsh Located on the southwest side of the junction of North Road, Gravel Pits Lane and Bratoft Lane in Burgh le Marsh parish. 3 arms and no finial.

Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF4865 — Direction Sign â Signpost on Gravel Pits Lane, Burgh le Marsh Credit: A Riley

Island Pond is a picturesque freshwater marsh located in Lincolnshire, England. Nestled amidst a serene landscape, the pond serves as a prominent natural attraction for both locals and tourists alike. With its abundant flora and fauna, the pond is a haven for nature enthusiasts and provides a tranquil setting for outdoor activities.

Covering an area of approximately 10 acres, Island Pond is surrounded by lush greenery, creating a vibrant and thriving ecosystem. The pond is fed by natural springs and rainwater, ensuring a constant flow of freshwater. This sustains a diverse range of aquatic plants, such as water lilies, reeds, and rushes, which in turn provide shelter and food for a variety of wildlife.

The pond is home to an array of fauna, including fish, frogs, newts, and various species of water birds. It is not uncommon to spot mallards, coots, herons, and even the occasional kingfisher skimming the water's surface. The tranquil atmosphere also attracts birdwatchers, who appreciate the opportunity to observe and document a wide range of avian species.

Visitors to Island Pond can enjoy a leisurely stroll around its perimeter, taking in the breathtaking views and observing the thriving ecosystem. The pond is also a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering the chance to catch species such as carp, roach, and tench.

Overall, Island Pond is a natural treasure in Lincolnshire, providing an idyllic and peaceful retreat for those seeking to connect with nature and appreciate the beauty of a freshwater marsh.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.165258/0.194016 or Grid Reference TF4665. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Direction Sign â Signpost on Gravel Pits Lane, Burgh le Marsh

Located on the southwest side of the junction of North Road, Gravel Pits Lane and Bratoft Lane in Burgh le Marsh parish. 3 arms and no finial. Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF4865

A Riley

RAF Memorial by Moat House Farm, Monksthorpe

Memorial to 207 Squadron who served at RAF Spilsby September 1943 to October 1945. Previously on the other side of the airfield, 207 Squadron Association decided to change it and dedicated a new memorial in June 2012. This old Spilsby memorial obelisk was moved here from its temporary resting place at Meadowlands Caravan Park in mid April 2013 prior to its dedication at Monksthorpe Chapel on 20th April. It was re-dedicated to the airmen caught in a mighty explosion in the fusing shed that was near here and the inscription on the rear reads, 'Close to this site on Monday, 10th April 1944 an accident in the Bomb Dump cost the lives of ten of the Squadron's Armourers three of whom have No Known Grave LEST WE FORGET'.

Jo and Steve Turner

Total submersion font Monksthorpe Baptist Church Monksthorpe

Grade II* Listed font said to be one of only two exterior total submersion fonts in the country. Of brick from around 1701 it contains 18th, 19th and 20th century tiles and bricks with 18th century steps. Some renovation works were conducted in 1993. It is thought to date to a period shortly after the passing of the Toleration Act of 1689, but when non-conformist congregations were still regularly persecuted. The baptistry was filled by flooding in water from the dyke behind it that now can't be done as the water-table is lower than it was due to drainage work. It was also used by the congregation at Burgh-le-Marsh until they had their own baptistry in 1873. It was last used in 1972.

Jo and Steve Turner

Monksthorpe Baptist Church by Moat House Farm, Monksthorpe

Grade II* Listed Chapel of 1701. Built to look like a barn in a period shortly after the passing of the Toleration Act of 1689, but when non-conformist congregations were still regularly persecuted. In 1782 it is recorded that it had 99 members travelling from over 20 villages. In 1847 major repairs and alterations were carried out at a cost of £75. The cottage and stable block were built in 1858 at a cost of £45. By the 1890s the church was in decline until former lay pastor John Dowse returned in 1910 and revived it. He died in 1927. From 1930s to 1950s the Boys' Brigade had a tradition of camping here. It is said the chapel survived building of the aerodrome because the Irish navvies refused to desecrate a sacred site. On 10th April 1944 it was badly damaged by a mighty explosion in the fusing shed nearby on the airfield. It was restored and worship began again in 1957. Trees planted in 1883 undermined the foundations and it became unusable in 1972. The graveyard remained open and occasional services were held in the grounds. 'Friends of Monksthorpe' attracted funding to secure the building in the early 1990s and following remedial work in 1993 monthly summer services returned. Then in 2001 it was handed over to the National Trust who undertook full restoration of the 1847 interior and more recently the cottage and stable block.

Jo and Steve Turner

Exquisite beauty

This solitary snowdrop displays its finery to its full extent.

Ian Paterson

Here kitty, kitty, kitty. .... Kitty?!

Amongst the myriad of scattered drinks cans, bottles, takeaway wrappers, cigarette papers and other items ejected from thoughtless vehicle windows, someone has discarded this poor unfortunate creature at the end of the pleasant footpath. Lucky black cat anyone?

Ian Paterson

Remains of RAF Spilsby: aerial 2023 (1)

Simon Tomson

Remains of RAF Spilsby: aerial 2023 (2)

Simon Tomson

Gunby: aerial 2023

Chris

Great Steeping to Firsby Curve: aerial 2023 (1)

For Firsby Curve see TF4563 : Train approaching Firsby Curve.

Chris

Earthworks including moated site at Monksthorpe Farm, Great Steeping: aerial 2023

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Chris

Gunby Hall path

The path to Gunby Hall, a National Trust property.

Oscar

Gunby Hall garden

Oscar

Onions ripening Gunby Hall

Norman Caesar

East aspect Gunby Hall

Norman Caesar

Orchard Gunby Hall

Norman Caesar

One of many dead trees in Gunby Park

No criticism intended, quite nice to let them decay naturally. Apart from those killed by disease, I suppose given that many were planted at the same time over a century ago they have simply reached the end of their lives. Elsewhere in the park a tree had been "saved" by breaking the ivy's stranglehold - see TF4666 : Breaking the ivy's stranglehold: tree by Little Wood, Gunby.

Chris