Wellingore Park

Downs, Moorland in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Wellingore Park

Cut Mark: Highfield House Farm Cut bench mark on the gable end of a farm building. See <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5287894" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5287894">Link</a> for a wider view and <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm41219" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm41219">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> for details. — Cut Mark: Highfield House Farm Credit: Brian Westlake

Wellingore Park is a picturesque estate located in Lincolnshire, England. Spread over a vast area, the park encompasses both downs and moorland, offering a diverse landscape for visitors to explore. With its stunning natural beauty, it has become a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts.

The park is well-known for its rolling downs, characterized by fertile grasslands and gentle slopes. These downs provide stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and are perfect for leisurely walks or picnics. The lush greenery and colorful wildflowers that adorn the downs offer a delightful sight, especially during the spring and summer months.

In addition to the downs, Wellingore Park also boasts extensive moorland, characterized by its rugged terrain and heather-covered hills. This unique landscape provides a habitat for a variety of wildlife, including birds, small mammals, and reptiles. Exploring the moorland offers visitors a chance to observe these creatures in their natural habitat.

Wellingore Park is also home to a rich history, with remnants of ancient settlements and archaeological sites scattered throughout the area. These historical sites, combined with the natural beauty of the park, make it an ideal destination for history enthusiasts.

Overall, Wellingore Park in Lincolnshire offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature, explore diverse landscapes, and discover the rich history of the region. Whether it's hiking, wildlife spotting, or simply enjoying the tranquility of the countryside, Wellingore Park provides a memorable and enriching experience for all who visit.

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Wellingore Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.093875/-0.53423123 or Grid Reference SK9856. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cut Mark: Highfield House Farm

Cut bench mark on the gable end of a farm building. See Link for a wider view and Link

for details.

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Farm building and fuel pump at Highfield House Farm

The building carries a cut bench mark near the drain pipe on the left. See Link for a closer view and Link

for details.

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Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Heath Lane, Wellingore parish

Pawn finial - 2 arms; Lincolnshire post by the UC road, in parish of Wellingore (North Kesteven District), junction of Heath Lane and Gorse Hill Lane, by grass triangle. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF0055

Milestone Society

An old metal fingerpost sign with a modern road sign in the foreground

TF0055 : Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Heath Lane, Wellingore parish

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St Peter's church, Navenby

Grade I listed The church dates from the 13th century onwards and was restored in 1875. There is a western tower, nave and aisles, south porch, chancel and north vestry. The tower was rebuilt in the mid 18th century after the previous one fell down. It is topped with stepped battlements and eight pinnacles. There are several interesting gargoyles and carved figures on the tower. The nave has a clerestory with five, three light windows. There are gargoyles on the exterior. The nave aisles are of three bay arcades, originally dating from the early 13th century. The south aisle was built in brick in the mid 18th century, and the north aisle windows are Victorian reproductions. The large 14th C. Chancel has a triple arched piscina with vaulting, double basins and is pinnacles. It has large windows and the east 6 light window was rebuilt in 1875. There is also an Easter Sepulchre similar to Heckington. The chancel arch has a rood stair and a corbel of a lady wearing a wimple. The font is Victorian, and the rood screen dates from 1910. There is also a late 13th century grave slab with an inscription which says "Pray for Richard de Lue".

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Interior, St Peter's church, Navenby

Looking north east from the south aisle.

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Interior, St Peter's church, Navenby

Looking east towards the chancel.

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Stained glass window, St Peter's church, Navenby

Glass by Burlison & Grylls, Circa 1908, in memory of Canon George Tyson Harvey, depicting St George, The Good Shepherd, and St Peter.

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Organ, St Peter's church, Navenby

Built by Conacher, 1895. Note the protective plastic sheeting above, indicative of a leaky roof!

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Memorial, St Peter's church, Navenby

Memorial to Walter Leightonhouse, d. 1760 age 69, and his wife Deborah d.1758 aged 80.

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Founder's tomb, St Peter's church, Navenby

Tomb of John de Fenton, died circa 1331. Placed inside is an inscribed stone requesting prayers for Richard de Louth d.1301.

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Easter Sepulchre, St Peter's church, Navenby

This was probably carved by the same stone masons who did Heckington church. It depicts Roman Soldiers below, and the Three Maries and Angel at the top. The heads have been defaced in the past.

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Piscina, St Peter's church, Navenby

Early 14th Century, in a similar style to the Sedilia and Easter Sepulchre.

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Sedilia, St Peter's church, Navenby

Probably begun by William de Herleston when he was Rector here in the 1320's. There are multiple small carved heads and decorating leaves. This was probably also produced by the Heckington stone masons. (Source: Pevsner).

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Sedilia carving, St Peter's church, Navenby

Some of the numerous carved heads on the sedilia.

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Chancel, St Peter's church, Navenby

The large east window is of clear glass, admitting plenty of light to the Chancel. The only Stained glass window is at the west end. SK9857 : Stained glass window, St Peter's church, Navenby

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