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Soldier's Hole

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Lincolnshire East Lindsey

England

Soldier's Hole

Sands at Chapel Point With the view south to Ingoldmells
Sands at Chapel Point Credit: Kevin Waterhouse

Soldier's Hole is a prominent coastal feature located in Lincolnshire, England. Situated on the eastern coast of the country, it is specifically found in the vicinity of a small village called Anderby Creek. Soldier's Hole is commonly referred to as a headland or a point due to its distinctive shape and geographical characteristics.

The headland juts out into the North Sea, forming a notable natural landmark along the Lincolnshire coastline. With its steep cliffs and rugged terrain, Soldier's Hole offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

The name "Soldier's Hole" is believed to have originated from its historical significance. Legend has it that during World War II, this headland served as a lookout point for soldiers who were stationed in the area. Its strategic location provided an advantageous vantage point for monitoring the coastline and safeguarding against potential enemy invasions.

Today, Soldier's Hole is not only admired for its historical context but also for its natural beauty. The headland is home to a diverse array of flora and fauna, making it an ideal spot for nature enthusiasts. Visitors can explore the rugged cliffs, observe various seabirds nesting in the area, or simply revel in the serenity of the North Sea crashing against the rocky coastline.

Overall, Soldier's Hole in Lincolnshire is a captivating coastal feature that combines historical significance with natural beauty. Whether it be for its panoramic views, wildlife, or wartime heritage, this headland holds a special place in the hearts of those who visit it.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.23689/0.33758616 or Grid Reference TF5673. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sands at Chapel Point With the view south to Ingoldmells
Sands at Chapel Point
With the view south to Ingoldmells
Beach walk just north of Chapel Point
Beach walk just north of Chapel Point
Near high tide on the beach at Chapel Six Marshes
Near high tide on the beach at Chapel Six Marshes
Millers Leisure Centre, Chapel St Leonards All seaside towns and villages have their amusement arcades filled with machines which, for the price of a few pence, offer an outside chance of winning a few pence back. They seem to be unaccountably popular. Here in Chapel St Leonards, Millers is located a few yards from the beach and is adorned with scenes from traditional saucy seaside postcards. The postcards seem to speak from a long-gone more innocent age and some of the old jokes might well offend all sorts of modern sensibilities. But with postcard-sending having all but died out, it is good to see that the artform has not been completely forgotten.
Millers Leisure Centre, Chapel St Leonards
All seaside towns and villages have their amusement arcades filled with machines which, for the price of a few pence, offer an outside chance of winning a few pence back. They seem to be unaccountably popular. Here in Chapel St Leonards, Millers is located a few yards from the beach and is adorned with scenes from traditional saucy seaside postcards. The postcards seem to speak from a long-gone more innocent age and some of the old jokes might well offend all sorts of modern sensibilities. But with postcard-sending having all but died out, it is good to see that the artform has not been completely forgotten.
The Esplanade, Chapel St Leonards Chapel St Leonards is one of a string of seaside villages stretching along the coast between Skegness and Mablethorpe. It is hard to know why anyone would choose to holiday here, rather than in one of the larger towns, but maybe it was felt to be a little less brash without losing the seaside attractions completely. Today there is still plenty of holiday accommodation in the area much of it in static caravans. This is the road back from the beach with the usual mix of amusement arcades and cheap eateries; compare with <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/154851">TF5672 : Chapel St Leonards</a> taken 17 years earlier.
The Esplanade, Chapel St Leonards
Chapel St Leonards is one of a string of seaside villages stretching along the coast between Skegness and Mablethorpe. It is hard to know why anyone would choose to holiday here, rather than in one of the larger towns, but maybe it was felt to be a little less brash without losing the seaside attractions completely. Today there is still plenty of holiday accommodation in the area much of it in static caravans. This is the road back from the beach with the usual mix of amusement arcades and cheap eateries; compare with TF5672 : Chapel St Leonards taken 17 years earlier.
St Leonard's church, Chapel St Leonards From the south east.
St Leonard's church, Chapel St Leonards
From the south east.
Interior, St Leonard's Church, Chapel St Leonards Looking east along the nave.
Interior, St Leonard's Church, Chapel St Leonards
Looking east along the nave.
Stained glass window, St Leonard's Church, Chapel St Leonards The only stained glass in the church is a memorial to Roland Watson 1904. I believe this window may be by E. R. Suffling of London.
Stained glass window, St Leonard's Church, Chapel St Leonards
The only stained glass in the church is a memorial to Roland Watson 1904. I believe this window may be by E. R. Suffling of London.
Font, St Leonard's Church, Chapel St Leonards Grade II listed An original church was rebuilt after flooding in 1572, then rebuilt in 1794 on the site of former foundations, by Robert Empingham. There is a western tower, nave, chancel, north vestry, and south porch. The church is built in ashlar with red and yellow brick, with slate and tiled roofs. The western tower is of two stages with embattled parapet and a pyramidal roof. It was built by William Scorer in 1901. The chancel was built in 1866, supposedly on old foundations, and was enlarged in 1924. The nave has a roof with king posts and struts from the nineteenth century. A circular font and panelled pulpit is also from that time. There is an electric organ.
Font, St Leonard's Church, Chapel St Leonards
Grade II listed An original church was rebuilt after flooding in 1572, then rebuilt in 1794 on the site of former foundations, by Robert Empingham. There is a western tower, nave, chancel, north vestry, and south porch. The church is built in ashlar with red and yellow brick, with slate and tiled roofs. The western tower is of two stages with embattled parapet and a pyramidal roof. It was built by William Scorer in 1901. The chancel was built in 1866, supposedly on old foundations, and was enlarged in 1924. The nave has a roof with king posts and struts from the nineteenth century. A circular font and panelled pulpit is also from that time. There is an electric organ.
Willoughby High Drain Outfall, Chapel St Leonard's: aerial 2023 (1)
Willoughby High Drain Outfall, Chapel St Leonard's: aerial 2023 (1)
Willoughby High Drain Outfall, Chapel St Leonard's: (2)
Willoughby High Drain Outfall, Chapel St Leonard's: (2)
Marshland enclosure near Chapel St Leonards
Marshland enclosure near Chapel St Leonards
Chapel St Leonards The village of Chapel St Leonards, known locally as just "Chapel", is a few miles north of Skegness on the Lincolnshire coast and is now part of the huge Skegness holiday area. This photograph was taken from the top of the pullover and looks down from the sea bank to the area of tourist shops, arcades and cafes. The term 'pullover' stems from the days when it was commonplace to offload goods from ships beached on the shore onto horse-drawn carts. An extra horse was needed to pull the fully laden cart over the sea defence bank.
Chapel St Leonards
The village of Chapel St Leonards, known locally as just "Chapel", is a few miles north of Skegness on the Lincolnshire coast and is now part of the huge Skegness holiday area. This photograph was taken from the top of the pullover and looks down from the sea bank to the area of tourist shops, arcades and cafes. The term 'pullover' stems from the days when it was commonplace to offload goods from ships beached on the shore onto horse-drawn carts. An extra horse was needed to pull the fully laden cart over the sea defence bank.
Derelict Lifeguard Station, Chapel St Leonards
Derelict Lifeguard Station, Chapel St Leonards
Dunes at Chapel St Leonards The line of sand dunes along this Lincolnshire seashore is a very narrow defence against innudation by the sea of the low-lying areas behind the dunes.
Dunes at Chapel St Leonards
The line of sand dunes along this Lincolnshire seashore is a very narrow defence against innudation by the sea of the low-lying areas behind the dunes.
River Outflow south of Chapel Point This outflow is controlled and runs in a pipe underneath the coastal defence bank and shoreline sand.
River Outflow south of Chapel Point
This outflow is controlled and runs in a pipe underneath the coastal defence bank and shoreline sand.
Chapel Point Holiday Chalets line this promontory. Some repair work on the seashore is taking place.
Chapel Point
Holiday Chalets line this promontory. Some repair work on the seashore is taking place.
Behind Chapel Point A tourist car park and some modern housing sit on the low flat land behind the dunes of Chapel Point.
Behind Chapel Point
A tourist car park and some modern housing sit on the low flat land behind the dunes of Chapel Point.
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Soldier's Hole is located at Grid Ref: TF5673 (Lat: 53.23689, Lng: 0.33758616)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: East Lindsey

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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