Bracebridge Heath

Settlement in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Bracebridge Heath

Bracebridge Heath is a village located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated just south of the city of Lincoln, it is a vibrant and thriving community with a population of around 5,000 residents.

The village offers a range of amenities and services, including a primary school, a post office, a village hall, and several shops and businesses. It also benefits from excellent transport links, with easy access to the A607 road and the nearby Lincoln Bypass, making it convenient for commuters and visitors.

Bracebridge Heath is surrounded by picturesque countryside, providing residents with opportunities for outdoor activities and beautiful views. The nearby River Witham also offers recreational opportunities, including fishing and boating.

One of the notable landmarks in the village is Bracebridge Heath Windmill, a Grade II listed building that dates back to the 19th century. It serves as a reminder of the village's agricultural heritage and is a popular attraction for visitors.

The community in Bracebridge Heath is known for its strong sense of community spirit, with various events and activities taking place throughout the year. These include summer fairs, sports tournaments, and festive celebrations, bringing residents together and fostering a sense of belonging.

In summary, Bracebridge Heath is a charming village in Lincolnshire, offering a range of amenities, beautiful surroundings, and a strong community spirit. It is a desirable place to live, work, and visit in the heart of England.

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Bracebridge Heath Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.196211/-0.534627 or Grid Reference SK9767. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridleway to Bracebridge Heath

Jonathan Thacker

International Bomber Command Centre: aerial 2021 (1)

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International Bomber Command Centre: aerial 2021 (2)

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Simon Tomson

Lodge, Newark Road, Lincoln

A picturesque affair complete with polychrome brick, timber framing, decorative tilework, and fretted bargeboards. Built 1883 for Bracebridge Hall, possibly by Albert Vicars who did the house (which is much less spirited). Grade II listed.

Stephen Richards

Former hospital, Bracebridge Heath

The main building of the former County Pauper Lunatic Asylum, built in 1849-52 by Hamilton & Medland, and then Hamilton and Thomas Percy. Grade II listed. Many later additions; it was later St John's Hospital. The hospital closed in 1989, and the site was here being redeveloped for housing. A surprising number of the original buildings have survived.

Stephen Richards

International Bomber Command Memorial

Erected on 2015. The site was opened to the public in 2018. Designed by Stephen Palmer of Place Architecture.

Jonathan Thacker

International Bomber Command Centre

Jonathan Thacker

Ferncliffe House, 2 St Catherines, Lincoln

Not the best picture but it is difficult to photograph. House built for Alderman Thomas Wallis, architect W Mortimer and Son to planning approved in July 1896. Wallis made additions in 1907 and a dispensing room by builder W Challands in 1911. Presumably from about 1911, the house is occupied by Major Osmand Harry Chapman MD RAMC surgeon until at least 1919. In 1913 Ruddock's directory calls it Fernville. Planning was granted in October 2015 for 54m of 1.95m high wrought iron railings and gate to front elevation.

Jo and Steve Turner

5 Cross O'Cliff Hill, Lincoln

It seems to have been built between 1897 and 1913 and called 'Hill Rise'. It is not shown on the 1905 OS map. There are two potential candidates in the planning files, one 1905 and one 1908. It appears to have some substantial outbuildings to the rear. Unusually it has retained the original iron railings on the roadside, most having been removed for the metal in WWII.

Jo and Steve Turner

Ashleigh, 9 Cross O'Cliff Hill, Lincoln

House built for John Lodge (MD Wagon & Engine Co.) architect W Mortimer and Son to planning granted in April 1897. Garage and greenhouse added in 1912. Apparently called Ashleigh from new. In October 2013 planning was granted for conversion to 4 flats. In the grounds to the rear is an annex to be converted to two flats. Prior to this the property had been a training facility for some time, owned by Lincolnshire County Council. Access to 6 parking spaces at the rear had been accessed through a private driveway within the ownership of no. 11.

Jo and Steve Turner

29-31 Cross O'Cliff Hill, Lincoln

Pair of semi-detached houses shown on the 1905 OS map but not the 1886 OS map. Note that the properties are not symmetrical, no.29 occupying only the section with the gable end to the road, 31 having the centre section. Directories I have list them in 1913 but not 1897, suggesting a build date between 1898 and 1904. 1913 they are called 'The Croft' (29, apparently empty) and 'Brentwood' (31). By 1919, now occupied, no. 29 is 'Strathmore' and is shown in 1965 Kelly’s as two flats. 31 has subsequently been converted to at least 5 flats.

Jo and Steve Turner

Brickworks Chimney, Cross O'Cliff Hill, Lincoln

Close to the Orchard Walk houses, for some reason this is the only remaining structure from William Bartholomew Best's Cross O'Cliffe Brick & Tile Works. Kelly's Directory of 1872 is the earliest mention with the 1868 directory carrying no reference to the works. However there is a note in the press 1856 about the intended use of the land and the online heritage information and management system for the City claims it to be built in 1857 by R Toynbee. This may be a confusion with “Ward’s Brickyard” that is described in a Great Northern Railway 1863 schedule and plan as further north, roughly in the area of the LSST school. Cross O'Cliffe Brick & Tile Works was known from 1889 as Lincoln Brick Company who probably modernised the works. It closed in 1901 and by 1907 most buildings were ruinous and only the chimney and two buildings remained (both post 1887, known in 1965 as Old Brickyard Cottage and Fieldhouse, demolished by 2004). There is evidence that buildings on the site were previously agricultural, probably for pigs and post-dating the brickworks; it seems the area was used by butcher Zachariah T Priestley for slaughtering work c.1914. In 1992 the building remains were made safe and the 45ft 6in (13.8m) chimney was reduced in height by 17 feet (5m), refurbished and repaired.

Jo and Steve Turner

6-4 Hamilton Road, Lincoln

I can't find planning files for the houses but they show some resemblance to 8 and 10 by architect J T Drury. This pair, Elm House, no.4 and Brookland House, no.6 unlike 8 and 10 appear to have been built at the same time. However the 1885 directory includes No.4 with William Robey but I can't locate no.6. The 1872 directory has only one house (no.21) on the street, dating No.4 at least to the intervening period. By 1889 John Francis Bodycoat is listed as being at no.6. Can we infer from this the pair was built 1885-1886?

Jo and Steve Turner

267-269 Newark Road, Lincoln

A pair of stone-built houses, with an 1841 date stone. Both 2 bedroom cottages, no.269 has been extended more than doubling its footprint giving the cottage a total area of about 75 sq m. No.267 has also been extended but to a lesser degree, probably by the addition of a kitchen.

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HSL Chairs, 150 Newark Road, Lincoln

This was originally Lincoln Tramways Company three bay tram depot. The 1888 OS map shows only one track entering the centre bay but a later photograph shows 3 tracks. It has a datestone of 1882 but the frontage was rebuilt in 1905 to accommodate the increased height of the new electric double-decker cars. The horse tram service assets were purchased by the Lincoln Corporation in July 1904 for the sum of £10,488. After trial running which started on 29 October 1905, the tramway opened for public service on 23 November 1905 with eight tramcars purchased from the Brush Electric Company of Loughborough. It operated as a depot throughout life of the tramway, 1882 to the end of 1929. In 1930 it was let to Mrs E Crack for a motor body building workshop. Bracebridge Motor Body Works occupied the building until 1957 and were then followed by Hutson's garage up to the 1970s . After Hutson's it remained empty and for sale until late 2002 when it was converted to retail and offices. Rails were discovered throughout the building that were retained under a new floor laid over a damp proof membrane. In 2003 it was turned over to a retail shop, Hein Gericke Ltd who were here until sometime after a takeover late in 2012. HSL (High Seat Limited) were in here by November 2015.

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Gatehouse Inn, 178 Newark Road, Lincoln

The Craft Union Pub Company Inn has a datestone for 1885. In the 19th century, the area was listed under Bracebridge 'a small scattered village' not as part of Lincoln. White's 1872 directory lists in Bracebridge 'Speed Thomas, victualler, Gate'. As you will see, Mrs Speed, presumably his wife, is in the Gatehouse in 1885. The conclusion is that this building replaced an earlier pub. I can't find it in directories that I have before 1872. (Late 19th & early 20th century there is another Gatehouse Hotel listed in Canwick Road). In June 2022 Stonegate Group reported on their website that the Inn was open again after a £200,000 makeover. A search of my directories found the following landlords; 1885 Mrs Catherine Speed, listed as Gate House P.H.; 1889 Robert Hoe, listed as Gate House P.H.; 1894-1926 Thomas Brown; 1930 Mrs Mary A Brown; 1946 Frederick G Brown; 1965 just listed as Gatehouse Hotel.

Jo and Steve Turner

49-51 St Catherines, Lincoln

Pair of semi detached houses built by M Hampshire to planning approved March 1885. 49 has the nameplate 'Cliffside'. No.49 is listed as a 5 bedroom semi-detached house. Sold in the February, the 2,120 sq ft 4 bedroom no.51 had planning approved for a single storey rear extension with balcony in July 2021.

Jo and Steve Turner

International Bomber Command Centre

The International Bomber Command Centre (IBCC) has been created to provide a world-class facility to serve as a point for recognition, remembrance and reconciliation for Bomber Command. This sculpture commemorates Operation Manna, one of the most unbelievable bombing missions by the Allies in World War II. It took place in the closing days of the war, but instead of dropping bombs that resulted in death and destruction, the four-engine British Lancaster and American Flying Fortress bombers were dropping rations for salvation and mercy. Link

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Bracebridge Heath is located at Grid Ref: SK9767 (Lat: 53.196211, Lng: -0.534627)

Division: Parts of Kesteven

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: North Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire