Bisbrooke

Civil Parish in Rutland

England

Bisbrooke

The Uppingham branch Framed in a dismantled bridge on the long closed Uppingham railway branch line, the tiny winding country road climbs up the wolds to the sky ... — The Uppingham branch Credit: Nick Leverton

Bisbrooke is a civil parish located in the county of Rutland, England. It is situated around 5 miles north of the town of Uppingham. The parish covers an area of approximately 2 square miles and is home to a small population of around 100 residents.

The village of Bisbrooke is primarily agricultural, with a number of farms and rural landscapes surrounding it. It is known for its picturesque countryside, offering scenic views and a tranquil atmosphere. The village itself is made up of a cluster of houses, with a small church, St. John the Baptist, serving as a focal point.

Bisbrooke is well-connected to neighboring areas, with good road links to Uppingham and Oakham, the county town of Rutland. The A47 road runs nearby, providing easy access to larger towns and cities such as Leicester and Peterborough. The village also benefits from a local bus service, connecting it to other rural communities in Rutland.

While Bisbrooke is a quiet and rural village, it offers a range of amenities and services for its residents. These include a village hall, which hosts various community events and activities, as well as a local pub, The Lake Isle, known for its traditional atmosphere and hospitality.

Overall, Bisbrooke is a charming and close-knit community that offers a peaceful countryside setting, while still being within reach of larger towns and cities. It is a place where residents can enjoy the beauty of nature, while also benefiting from the convenience of nearby amenities.

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Bisbrooke Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.588604/-0.691513 or Grid Reference SP8899. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Uppingham branch

Framed in a dismantled bridge on the long closed Uppingham railway branch line, the tiny winding country road climbs up the wolds to the sky ...

Nick Leverton

Disused Bridge

There was probably a ford adjacent to this small bridge in days gone by.

Andrew Tatlow

Trackbed of the former railway to Uppingham

Andrew Tatlow

Dismantled bridge on the former Uppingham branch line

Rutland has a mass of old railway tracks as well as several which still operate. The Seaton area is particularly rich in old trackbeds. The Uppingham branch from Seaton Junction to Uppingham was the last to open (in 1894) and the first to close (in 1960). This is where it crossed Seaton Road, just to the north of Seaton.

Marathon

Dismantled bridge on the Uppingham branch line

Marathon

Downhill on Seaton Road

Heading north towards Glaston.

JThomas

Fields near Glaston Trig Point

thejackrustles

Window Tax maybe?

This large house on Norton Street, Uppingham, has several blocked up windows. It looks old enough to have been subject to the tax which was first imposed in 1681 and abolished in 1825.

Kate Jewell

Station Road Industrial Estate, Uppingham

Built on the site of the old branch line into Uppingham this industrial estate juts into the countryside along a small valley.

Kate Jewell

Road Junction, Uppingham

Taken from SP 870 997, this imaginatively planted roundabout is right on the edge of the square. The chevron pattern is typical of Rutland and Lincolnshire. The brick cottages and painted houses are in SP8699.

Kate Jewell