Aby

Settlement in Lincolnshire East Lindsey

England

Aby

Direction Sign – Signpost at Aby village Located on the west side of a T junction in Aby in Aby with Greenfield parish. 3 arms and no finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1003737" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1003737">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF4178
Direction Sign – Signpost at Aby village Credit: A Riley

Aby is a small village located in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England. Situated approximately 8 miles northeast of the market town of Horncastle, Aby is nestled amidst the picturesque Lincolnshire Wolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The village itself is characterized by its tranquil and rural setting, with open fields, farmland, and gently rolling hills surrounding it. Aby is home to a small population, with a tight-knit community atmosphere that offers a peaceful and friendly environment.

Historically, Aby dates back to the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is mentioned as "Ebei." The village has retained much of its traditional charm, with several historic buildings and landmarks dotted throughout. One such landmark is St. John the Baptist Church, a Grade II listed building that dates back to the 13th century. The church features a beautiful stained glass window and a bell tower that adds to the village's architectural appeal.

Aby is an ideal location for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, with numerous walking and cycling routes that showcase the stunning natural beauty of the Lincolnshire Wolds. The village also benefits from its proximity to other popular destinations in the region, such as the coastal town of Skegness and the historic city of Lincoln, both of which are easily accessible by car.

Overall, Aby offers a peaceful and idyllic countryside escape, with its rich history, natural beauty, and close-knit community making it a truly desirable place to visit or call home.

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Aby Images

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Direction Sign – Signpost at Aby village Located on the west side of a T junction in Aby in Aby with Greenfield parish. 3 arms and no finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1003737" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1003737">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF4178
Direction Sign – Signpost at Aby village
Located on the west side of a T junction in Aby in Aby with Greenfield parish. 3 arms and no finial. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF4178
Direction Sign – Signpost northeast of South Thoresby Located on the west side of a T junction northeast of the village in South Thoresby parish. 3 arms and no finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1738562" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1738562">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF4077
Direction Sign – Signpost northeast of South Thoresby
Located on the west side of a T junction northeast of the village in South Thoresby parish. 3 arms and no finial. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF4077
Direction Sign – Signpost opposite Haugh Lane in South Thoresby Located on the northwest side of a T junction opposite Haugh Lane in South Thoresby parish. 3 arms and no finial.

Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF4077A
Direction Sign – Signpost opposite Haugh Lane in South Thoresby
Located on the northwest side of a T junction opposite Haugh Lane in South Thoresby parish. 3 arms and no finial. Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF4077A
Belleau: aerial 2021
Belleau: aerial 2021
Direction Sign – Signpost between Claythorpe and Belleau Located on the northeast side of the T junction between Claythorpe and Belleau in Claythorpe parish. 3 arms and no finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1740021" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1740021">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF4079
Direction Sign – Signpost between Claythorpe and Belleau
Located on the northeast side of the T junction between Claythorpe and Belleau in Claythorpe parish. 3 arms and no finial. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF4079
Chalk Quarry at South Thoresby: aerial 2021 See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://gbmsouththoresbyquarry.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://gbmsouththoresbyquarry.co.uk/">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>
Chalk Quarry at South Thoresby: aerial 2021
See LinkExternal link
Claythorpe: aerial 2021
Claythorpe: aerial 2021
Aby Grange: aerial 2022
Aby Grange: aerial 2022
Limestone quarry at South Thorseby: aerial 2022
Limestone quarry at South Thorseby: aerial 2022
Trout Farm, Belleau: aerial 2022
Trout Farm, Belleau: aerial 2022
Waterway near the Old Gatehouse, SE of Swinn Wood: aerial 2022
Waterway near the Old Gatehouse, SE of Swinn Wood: aerial 2022
Footpath approaching Aby The former Methodist chapel, now a house, on the left.
Footpath approaching Aby
The former Methodist chapel, now a house, on the left.
Dovecote at Belleau Dates from the early sixteenth century <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1063631?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1063631?section=official-list-entry">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>
Dovecote at Belleau
Dates from the early sixteenth century LinkExternal link
Wheatfield off Greenfield Lane
Wheatfield off Greenfield Lane
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (1) For explanation of blue quarry lakes see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k">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>
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (1)
For explanation of blue quarry lakes see LinkExternal link
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (2) For explanation of blue quarry lakes see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k">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>
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (2)
For explanation of blue quarry lakes see LinkExternal link
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (3) For explanation of blue quarry lakes see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k">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>
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (3)
For explanation of blue quarry lakes see LinkExternal link
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (4) For explanation of blue quarry lakes see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpur_Hill_Quarry?fbclid=IwAR1DY23Hhe8TIAJmY2HvKQ5dHJKsoxANUsRKbHyBVxfBFYG_gAuKwgvre2k">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>
Limestone Quarry and blue lagoon, South Thoresby: aerial 2023 (4)
For explanation of blue quarry lakes see LinkExternal link
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Aby is located at Grid Ref: TF4178 (Lat: 53.2834, Lng: 0.116752)

Division: Parts of Lindsey

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: East Lindsey

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Aby
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Pear Tree Cottage
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Post Box
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