Dobney's Pond

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

England

Dobney's Pond

Direction Sign – 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 – Signpost on Gravel Pits Lane, Burgh le Marsh Credit: A Riley

Dobney's Pond is a picturesque freshwater marsh located in Lincolnshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 10 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and bird watchers alike. Situated near the village of Dobney, the pond is surrounded by lush greenery and offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The pond itself is characterized by its calm, clear waters, which are fed by natural springs and rainfall. Its depth varies throughout the year, reaching an average depth of around 5 feet during the wetter months. The pond is home to a variety of aquatic plants, such as water lilies and reeds, which provide a habitat for numerous species of fish, amphibians, and invertebrates.

One of the main attractions of Dobney's Pond is its diverse bird population. Over 50 species of birds have been spotted in the area, including ducks, swans, herons, and kingfishers. These feathered residents can be observed throughout the year, with migratory birds making it a temporary home during their annual journeys.

The pond is also a valuable breeding ground for several amphibian species, including frogs and toads. In the spring, visitors can witness the mesmerizing spectacle of frogs spawning, as well as the tadpoles growing and eventually transforming into adult frogs.

Dobney's Pond offers a range of recreational activities for visitors, including fishing, boating, and wildlife photography. With its serene beauty and abundant wildlife, it provides a peaceful haven for both humans and animals alike.

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Direction Sign – 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 – 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
Exquisite beauty This solitary snowdrop displays its finery to its full extent.
Exquisite beauty
This solitary snowdrop displays its finery to its full extent.
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?
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?
Gunby: aerial 2023
Gunby: aerial 2023
Gunby Hall path The path to Gunby Hall, a National Trust property.
Gunby Hall path
The path to Gunby Hall, a National Trust property.
Gunby Hall garden
Gunby Hall garden
St Benedict's church, Candlesby A view from the south east.
St Benedict's church, Candlesby
A view from the south east.
Interior, St Benedict's church, Candlesby Grade II listed

The church was built in 1838 by E. Rainey of Spilsbury, with alterations in 1897. It was built on the site of an older church which was demolished.

The church is built in brick with a slate roof. There is a western tower, nave, chancel, and vestry.

The tower is of two stages with a plain parapet and angle pinnacles. There is a belfry with louvred lights.
The nave has a plain interior with three windows north and south.
The chancel has a moulded arch, a blocked priest's door and a triple lancet east window.
Most of the fittings are from the nineteenth century.

There are several stained-glass windows.
Interior, St Benedict's church, Candlesby
Grade II listed The church was built in 1838 by E. Rainey of Spilsbury, with alterations in 1897. It was built on the site of an older church which was demolished. The church is built in brick with a slate roof. There is a western tower, nave, chancel, and vestry. The tower is of two stages with a plain parapet and angle pinnacles. There is a belfry with louvred lights. The nave has a plain interior with three windows north and south. The chancel has a moulded arch, a blocked priest's door and a triple lancet east window. Most of the fittings are from the nineteenth century. There are several stained-glass windows.
East Window, St Benedict's church, Candlesby Triple lancet window with Jesus (as sower?) central, and Alpha and Omega either side. Sadly the paint on Jesus' face is extremely faded. It commemorates Margaret Massingberd of nearby Gunby Hall who died in 1906.
Artist unknown.
East Window, St Benedict's church, Candlesby
Triple lancet window with Jesus (as sower?) central, and Alpha and Omega either side. Sadly the paint on Jesus' face is extremely faded. It commemorates Margaret Massingberd of nearby Gunby Hall who died in 1906. Artist unknown.
Stained glass window, St Benedict's church, Candlesby Depicting David with spear and shield, glass by Powells.
In memory of John Franklin Rawnsley d.1924 aged 62.
Stained glass window, St Benedict's church, Candlesby
Depicting David with spear and shield, glass by Powells. In memory of John Franklin Rawnsley d.1924 aged 62.
Onions ripening Gunby Hall
Onions ripening Gunby Hall
East aspect Gunby Hall
East aspect Gunby Hall
Orchard Gunby Hall
Orchard Gunby Hall
Ploughed fields by B1196 north of Gunby End of August, much of the harvest is in and the first fields have been ploughed.
Ploughed fields by B1196 north of Gunby
End of August, much of the harvest is in and the first fields have been ploughed.
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 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4626554">TF4666 : Breaking the ivy's stranglehold: tree by Little Wood, Gunby</a>.
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.
House, pub (and Wifi Hotspot) by the A158 at Gunby
House, pub (and Wifi Hotspot) by the A158 at Gunby
Shady avenue, Gunby Actually one side of a strange short length of dual carriageway in the middle of nowhere.
Shady avenue, Gunby
Actually one side of a strange short length of dual carriageway in the middle of nowhere.
Footpath through Gunby Park to the A158
Footpath through Gunby Park to the A158
Show me another place!

Dobney's Pond is located at Grid Ref: TF4766 (Lat: 53.174434, Lng: 0.20005083)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: East Lindsey

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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