Eagle and Swinethorpe

Civil Parish in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Eagle and Swinethorpe

Church Lane, Eagle Credit: Humphrey Bolton

Eagle and Swinethorpe is a civil parish located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. It is situated approximately 12 miles south of the city of Lincoln. The parish consists of two small villages, Eagle and Swinethorpe, which are separated by a distance of about 2 miles.

Eagle is the larger of the two villages and has a population of around 900 residents. It is known for its picturesque countryside and charming rural character. The village features a mix of traditional stone cottages and modern houses. It has a village hall, a primary school, and a local pub, providing essential amenities to its residents.

Swinethorpe, on the other hand, is a smaller village with a population of around 150 people. It is known for its tranquil atmosphere and scenic views. The village primarily consists of residential properties, with a few small businesses and farms scattered throughout the area.

Both villages boast a strong sense of community and are known for their friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding. The parish is also home to several historical landmarks, including the Grade II listed St. Andrew's Church in Eagle.

Overall, Eagle and Swinethorpe is a peaceful and idyllic civil parish that offers a rural lifestyle while still being within easy reach of larger towns and cities.

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Eagle and Swinethorpe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.192754/-0.691736 or Grid Reference SK8766. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Church Lane, Eagle

Humphrey Bolton

Path through the churchyard, Eagle

Humphrey Bolton

Church gateway and war memorial, Eagle

Humphrey Bolton

Former Wesleyan Methodist Chapel, Eagle

There is also a former Sunday school, in the same style, to the right.

Humphrey Bolton

Footpath & stile near Mill Farm

Towards Woodhouse Farm

Richard Croft

Stile to nowhere

Stile in a field, a remnant of a long-gone fence near Mill Farm

Richard Croft

Sheep near Mill Farm

Footpath across a field of sheep near Mill Farm, with Woodhouse Farm beyond

Richard Croft

Derelict field between North Scarle and Eagle

Hedges have been planted around much of the field though some distance inward from the boundary. Was this intended as a caravan site (of which there are several in the neighbourhood)?

Jonathan Thacker

Sheep and Cherry Farm

Jonathan Thacker

Slacks Hill Trig Point Flush Bracket 2993

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Hampden crash memorial

Memorial in All Saints' churchyard for Pilot John Bernard Kennedy (26) RNZAF, observer Vernon James Hopwood (26) wireless operator/gunner William Leonard Kelly (21) and air gunner George Arthur Metcalfe from the RAF died. Their 455 Squadron Royal Australian Air Force Hampden bomber had taken off from RAF Wigsley targeting German battleships in the North Sea, but had to return to base because of engine trouble. The aircraft crashed just before 2am on February 13 1942 in an orchard in Eagle as it was preparing to land. The memorial was unveiled on February 13 2022, 80 years later.

Richard Croft