Braceborough and Wilsthorpe

Civil Parish in Lincolnshire South Kesteven

England

Braceborough and Wilsthorpe

Field path near Braceborough Credit: Sheila Russell

Braceborough and Wilsthorpe is a civil parish located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. It is situated in the South Kesteven district, approximately 8 miles southwest of the town of Bourne. The parish covers an area of about 5 square miles and is home to a small population.

The parish consists of two villages, Braceborough and Wilsthorpe, which are located close to each other. Braceborough is the larger of the two, with a few amenities including a church, village hall, and a primary school. Wilsthorpe, on the other hand, is a smaller village with fewer facilities.

The area is characterized by its rural landscape, with open fields, farmland, and picturesque countryside. It offers a peaceful and tranquil setting, ideal for those seeking a quiet and scenic environment. The surrounding area provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding.

The parish is well-connected by road, with the A151 passing nearby, providing easy access to neighboring towns and villages. The nearest railway station is in the town of Stamford, approximately 8 miles to the northwest.

Overall, Braceborough and Wilsthorpe is a charming and idyllic civil parish in Lincolnshire, offering a tranquil countryside setting and a close-knit community. It is a place where residents can enjoy the beauty of nature and a slower pace of life.

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Braceborough and Wilsthorpe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.70769/-0.406282 or Grid Reference TF0713. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Field path near Braceborough

Sheila Russell

Braceborough Great Wood

Tim Heaton

Braceborough Lodge

Tim Heaton

Church of St Margaret, Braceborough

Tim Heaton

Braceborough village Hall

Originally the village school

Tim Heaton

Old farm buildings and church of St Margaret, Braceborough

Tim Heaton

Macmillan Way crossing the East Glen river

Tim Heaton

Confluence of the East Glen and West Glen rivers

Not much to look at. But the topography of south west Lincolnshire would be even poorer without these rivers.

Tim Heaton

Old stone cross on the opposite side of the road to the Hare and Hounds, Greatford

Bill Dunnakey

An entrance to Greatford Hall

Bill Dunnakey

Footpath to Manthorpe

This footpath to Manthorpe passes by Spa Lodge Farm.

Michael Patterson

Pylons in Field

After taking a small turn these pylons line up and disappear into the distance.

Michael Patterson

Track and Trees

This far track leads past the small group of trees and on through a larger area of woodland.

Michael Patterson

Footpath and Tree

This footpath between two fields is marked by this large tree. I often wonder if the location of the tree is more than just co-incidence and was actually planted to mark the line of the path or at least the boundary between two neighbouring fields and the path therefore evolved between the two fields.

Michael Patterson

Part of Macmillan Way near Obthorpe

The Macmillan Way, a 470km coast to coast long distance path (Boston Lincolnshire to Abbotsbury Dorset) has been developed to increase public awareness of Macmillan Cancer Relief and to assist in raising funds for this charitable organisation. The route uses this road, from Obthorpe south towards Wilsthorpe - the next village.

Brian Green

St Faith's Church, Wilsthorpe

This church replaced a previous one in the 1700s on the same site and was altered in the 1860s to its present design.

Brian Green

Braceborough Great Wood

Braceborough Church spire TF0813 just visible on horizon

David Woodman

Wild garlic, Allium ursinum

Also known as Ramsons, Bear's Garlic and Wood Garlic. A common plant in damp places with dappled shade so this little bit of woodland is an ideal habitat. There was a thick carpet of the plants under the trees. The whole plant is edible and has been used both as a vegetable and for flavouring. Wild garlic also has great health giving properties and is said to be more potent than cultivated garlic, A. sativum. It has antioxidant properties which reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and the juice can be used as an antiseptic. The typical garlic odour is caused by allicin, a sulphur compound present in the plant.

Kate Jewell

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Braceborough and Wilsthorpe is located at Grid Ref: TF0713 (Lat: 52.70769, Lng: -0.406282)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: South Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire