Brauncewell

Settlement in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Brauncewell

Preceptory Tower, Temple Bruer The original floor was at the level of the top of the steps. The roof-line of the Chapel can be seen, along with where the Presbytery joined the tower. The roof is modern.
Preceptory Tower, Temple Bruer Credit: Julian P Guffogg

Brauncewell is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated approximately 9 miles southeast of the city of Lincoln, it falls within the North Kesteven district. The village is primarily rural, surrounded by picturesque countryside and farmland.

With a population of around 200 residents, Brauncewell maintains a peaceful and close-knit community atmosphere. Its history dates back to the Domesday Book, where it was mentioned as "Bruneswelle." The village's name is derived from the Old English words "brun," meaning brown, and "welle," meaning spring or stream.

The heart of Brauncewell features a charming 13th-century church, St. Peter's, which stands as a testament to the village's historical significance. The church boasts beautiful stained glass windows and a notable tower, making it a focal point for both locals and visitors.

The village offers limited amenities, including a small pub and a village hall that hosts community events and gatherings. However, residents have easy access to nearby towns and cities for a wider range of services and amenities.

Brauncewell's idyllic countryside setting makes it an excellent location for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horseback riding. The surrounding area includes scenic trails and bridleways, allowing residents to enjoy the natural beauty of Lincolnshire.

Overall, Brauncewell is a tranquil village that offers its residents a peaceful rural lifestyle, surrounded by beautiful landscapes and a strong sense of community.

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Preceptory Tower, Temple Bruer The original floor was at the level of the top of the steps. The roof-line of the Chapel can be seen, along with where the Presbytery joined the tower. The roof is modern.
Preceptory Tower, Temple Bruer
The original floor was at the level of the top of the steps. The roof-line of the Chapel can be seen, along with where the Presbytery joined the tower. The roof is modern.
Interior, Preceptory Temple Bruer Remains of the altar inside the tower.
Interior, Preceptory Temple Bruer
Remains of the altar inside the tower.
Remains of Sedilia Inside the Temple Bruer tower.
Remains of Sedilia
Inside the Temple Bruer tower.
Cut Mark: Temple Farm Cut bench mark on the south-west angle south face of the cottage at Temple Farm.  See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm41218" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm41218">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: Temple Farm
Cut bench mark on the south-west angle south face of the cottage at Temple Farm. See LinkExternal link for details.
Cranwell Boodhounds emerging from Warren Lane, Temple Bruer
Cranwell Boodhounds emerging from Warren Lane, Temple Bruer
Black cob returning home from the hunt Cranwell Bloodhounds are passing through Temple Bruer - see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TF0253">TF0253</a>.
Black cob returning home from the hunt
Cranwell Bloodhounds are passing through Temple Bruer - see TF0253.
Out with the Cranwell Bloodhounds near Temple Bruer
Out with the Cranwell Bloodhounds near Temple Bruer
Out with the Cranwell Bloodhounds: riders emerging from Warren Lane (1)
Out with the Cranwell Bloodhounds: riders emerging from Warren Lane (1)
Out with the Cranwell Bloodhounds: riders emerging from Warren Lane (2) Jumpers to the right (over a log), non-jumpers straight on.
Out with the Cranwell Bloodhounds: riders emerging from Warren Lane (2)
Jumpers to the right (over a log), non-jumpers straight on.
Metal detectors near Temple Farm, temple Bruer
Metal detectors near Temple Farm, temple Bruer
South Lincolnshire Walking Festival: tour of Temple Bruer Tower See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TF0153">TF0153</a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TF0054">TF0054</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TF0154">TF0154</a>.

For more information on this area, including the Templars, and the Temple Bruer Heath and its rabbit warrens, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.artsnk.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Heritage-Lincolnshire-Research.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.artsnk.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Heritage-Lincolnshire-Research.pdf">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> .
South Lincolnshire Walking Festival: tour of Temple Bruer Tower
See also TF0153, TF0054 and TF0154. For more information on this area, including the Templars, and the Temple Bruer Heath and its rabbit warrens, see LinkExternal link .
Farm buildings at Temple Farm, Temple Bruer For more information on this area, including the Templars, and the Temple Bruer Heath and its rabbit warrens, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.artsnk.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Heritage-Lincolnshire-Research.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.artsnk.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Heritage-Lincolnshire-Research.pdf">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> .
Farm buildings at Temple Farm, Temple Bruer
For more information on this area, including the Templars, and the Temple Bruer Heath and its rabbit warrens, see LinkExternal link .
Graffiti in Temple Bruer Tower
Graffiti in Temple Bruer Tower
South Lincolnshire Walking Festival: Temple Bruer walk (1) See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TF0153">TF0153</a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TF0054">TF0054</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TF0154">TF0154</a>.

For more information on this area, including the Templars, and the Temple Bruer Heath and its rabbit warrens, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.artsnk.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Heritage-Lincolnshire-Research.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.artsnk.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Heritage-Lincolnshire-Research.pdf">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> .
South Lincolnshire Walking Festival: Temple Bruer walk (1)
See also TF0153, TF0054 and TF0154. For more information on this area, including the Templars, and the Temple Bruer Heath and its rabbit warrens, see LinkExternal link .
South Lincolnshire Walking Festival: Temple Bruer walk (2) See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TF0053">TF0053</a>, <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TF0054">TF0054</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/TF0154">TF0154</a>.

For more information on this area, including the Templars, and the Temple Bruer Heath and its rabbit warrens, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.artsnk.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Heritage-Lincolnshire-Research.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.artsnk.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Heritage-Lincolnshire-Research.pdf">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> .
South Lincolnshire Walking Festival: Temple Bruer walk (2)
See also TF0053, TF0054 and TF0154. For more information on this area, including the Templars, and the Temple Bruer Heath and its rabbit warrens, see LinkExternal link .
Fields opposite Temple Farm, Temple Bruer
Fields opposite Temple Farm, Temple Bruer
Barley field with hedges
Barley field with hedges
Barley field with hedge
Barley field with hedge
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Brauncewell is located at Grid Ref: TF0151 (Lat: 53.055102, Lng: -0.49179964)

Division: Parts of Kesteven

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: North Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Located within 500m of 53.055102,-0.49179964
Brauncewell
Is In: Lincolnshire, England, UK
Place: hamlet
Source: Signs on the road
Lat/Long: 53.0557703/-0.489743
Ele: 39.5395508
Lat/Long: 53.0554439/-0.486931
Description: Brauncewell Village
Ele: 43.1445313
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.0553157/-0.4900872
Brauncewell Horse Gin
Ele: 42.4235840
Historic: ruins
Lat/Long: 53.0552958/-0.4898223
Description: Brauncewell Horse Gin information board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.0552932/-0.4899101
Ele: 43.8654785
Lat/Long: 53.0552318/-0.4917861
Ele: 44.5865479
Lat/Long: 53.0558785/-0.4920009
Ele: 45.0672607
Lat/Long: 53.0579476/-0.4925934
Grange Farm
Place: farm
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 53.0560572/-0.4912937
Barrier: kissing_gate
Bicycle: yes
Description: Just large enough to allow a bicycle to pass through if you balance it vertically on its back wheel.
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 53.0558482/-0.4919908
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