Hundred Acres

Downs, Moorland in Lincolnshire South Kesteven

England

Hundred Acres

Ermine Street (High Dike) at the junction with Heath Lane The fingerpost on the right indicates a bridleway to another Roman road, King Street, to the east.
Ermine Street (High Dike) at the junction with Heath Lane Credit: Tim Heaton

Hundred Acres is a picturesque area located in Lincolnshire, England. Nestled amidst the beautiful landscapes of Downs and Moorland, it offers a stunning natural environment that attracts visitors from far and wide.

The Downs of Hundred Acres provide a rolling expanse of hills and meadows, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The area is rich in diverse flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. Numerous walking trails crisscross the Downs, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the serene beauty of the area and enjoy activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography.

Adjacent to the Downs, the Moorland of Hundred Acres adds a unique charm to the landscape. With its vast open spaces and heather-covered hills, it creates a distinct contrast to the lush greenery of the Downs. The Moorland is home to a variety of plant species, including heather, gorse, and bilberry, adding vibrant splashes of color to the landscape. It also provides a habitat for a range of wildlife, including rabbits, foxes, and various bird species.

Hundred Acres is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Whether it's exploring the rolling hills of the Downs or immersing oneself in the untamed beauty of the Moorland, visitors can expect to find tranquility and natural splendor in this idyllic corner of Lincolnshire.

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Hundred Acres Images

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Ermine Street (High Dike) at the junction with Heath Lane The fingerpost on the right indicates a bridleway to another Roman road, King Street, to the east.
Ermine Street (High Dike) at the junction with Heath Lane
The fingerpost on the right indicates a bridleway to another Roman road, King Street, to the east.
Entrance to RAF Barkston Heath A training school for MOD pilots, with dire warnings against unauthorised entry.
Entrance to RAF Barkston Heath
A training school for MOD pilots, with dire warnings against unauthorised entry.
Heath Lane passing RAF Barkston Heath airfield
Heath Lane passing RAF Barkston Heath airfield
Entrance to Heath Lane track At the edge of RAF Barkston Heath. The track leads down to Barkston in the Witham valley
Entrance to Heath Lane track
At the edge of RAF Barkston Heath. The track leads down to Barkston in the Witham valley
Heath Lane The belt of trees on the horizon, Minnets Wood, sits on the top of the escarpment overlooking the Witham valley
Heath Lane
The belt of trees on the horizon, Minnets Wood, sits on the top of the escarpment overlooking the Witham valley
Heath Lane approaching Minnet's Wood Running towards the edge of the escarpment of Jurassic Lincolnshire Limestone
Heath Lane approaching Minnet's Wood
Running towards the edge of the escarpment of Jurassic Lincolnshire Limestone
North Lodge at the top of Minnett's Hill Once part of the former Syston Park estate. The hill drops down the Jurassic limestone escarpment towards the River Witham.
North Lodge at the top of Minnett's Hill
Once part of the former Syston Park estate. The hill drops down the Jurassic limestone escarpment towards the River Witham.
Restricted byway along the boundary of RAF Barkston Heath
Restricted byway along the boundary of RAF Barkston Heath
Junction of bridleway and restricted byway at the edge of RAF Barkston Heath The bridleway runs between the two hedges, and the junction is shifted slightly from the position shown on the OS map.
Junction of bridleway and restricted byway at the edge of RAF Barkston Heath
The bridleway runs between the two hedges, and the junction is shifted slightly from the position shown on the OS map.
Bridleway by a field of oats The bridleway leads towards Honington
Bridleway by a field of oats
The bridleway leads towards Honington
Honington Camp hill fort Part of the defensive earth banks of an Iron Age hill fort or settlement <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://heritage-explorer.lincolnshire.gov.uk/Monument/MLI30366" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://heritage-explorer.lincolnshire.gov.uk/Monument/MLI30366">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> <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.stone-circles.org.uk/stone/honington.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.stone-circles.org.uk/stone/honington.htm">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> . It sits close to the top of the Jurassic limestone escarpment overlooking the Witham valley and Vale of Belvoir.
Honington Camp hill fort
Part of the defensive earth banks of an Iron Age hill fort or settlement LinkExternal link LinkExternal link . It sits close to the top of the Jurassic limestone escarpment overlooking the Witham valley and Vale of Belvoir.
Heath Lane passing East Lodge The lodge was once part of the former Syston Park estate
Heath Lane passing East Lodge
The lodge was once part of the former Syston Park estate
Green Lane, Syston, Grantham Running by the estate wall of the former Syston Park, on the edge of the Jurassic limestone scarpment overlooking Grantham
Green Lane, Syston, Grantham
Running by the estate wall of the former Syston Park, on the edge of the Jurassic limestone scarpment overlooking Grantham
RAF Barkston Heath: aerial 2022
RAF Barkston Heath: aerial 2022
Gashouse Plantation A handsome house with a wonderful view in Gashouse Plantation, Syston Park. Syston Hall, home of the Thorold family has gone but the splendid parkland remains.
Gashouse Plantation
A handsome house with a wonderful view in Gashouse Plantation, Syston Park. Syston Hall, home of the Thorold family has gone but the splendid parkland remains.
Whipperstall Hill View towards Grantham from Whipperstall Hill
Whipperstall Hill
View towards Grantham from Whipperstall Hill
Punchbowl The dip to the right is known as Punchbowl, this track leads from Beggar's Lane
Punchbowl
The dip to the right is known as Punchbowl, this track leads from Beggar's Lane
Heath Lane, Barkston Heath This track has public access and leads to Syston Park in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SK4441">SK4441</a>
Heath Lane, Barkston Heath
This track has public access and leads to Syston Park in SK4441
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Hundred Acres is located at Grid Ref: SK9540 (Lat: 52.956272, Lng: -0.58362271)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: South Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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