Sturton le Steeple

Civil Parish in Nottinghamshire Bassetlaw

England

Sturton le Steeple

Sturton le Steeple is a small civil parish located in the county of Nottinghamshire, England. Situated approximately 13 miles west of the city of Lincoln, the parish covers an area of around 3 square miles.

The village of Sturton le Steeple is nestled on a gentle slope near the eastern bank of the River Trent. It is a quaint and picturesque village, known for its peaceful and rural setting. The parish is predominantly agricultural, with fertile farmland surrounding the village.

Sturton le Steeple is home to a close-knit community, with a population of around 400 residents. The village has a rich history, dating back to at least the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is mentioned as "Stertune." The name "le Steeple" refers to the iconic parish church, St. Peter and St. Paul, which dominates the village skyline.

The church, dating back to the 12th century, is a significant architectural landmark. It features a striking spire that can be seen from miles around. The village also boasts a few other historic buildings, including traditional cottages and farmhouses that add to its charm.

Despite its small size, Sturton le Steeple offers a range of amenities to its residents. These include a primary school, a village hall, and a local pub, providing a focal point for social gatherings. The parish also benefits from its proximity to nearby towns and cities, with access to a wider range of services and facilities.

Overall, Sturton le Steeple is a tranquil and idyllic village that offers a peaceful countryside lifestyle, steeped in history and surrounded by stunning natural beauty.

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Sturton le Steeple Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.346504/-0.810336 or Grid Reference SK7983. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sturton le Steeple church.

Lovely village church.

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Spring lane.

Walking from Sturton le steeple.

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View from Upper Ings Lane

Straw bales and the ever present West Burton Power Station seen from Upper Ings Lane

Richard Croft

Cross Common Lane

At the junction of Cross Common Lane with Upper Ings Lane

Richard Croft

View south from Upper Ings Lane

Looking down a drain and neatly cropped hedge towards Cottam Power Station from Upper Ings Lane

Richard Croft

Upper Ings

View east across fertile flood plain farmland towards Red Hill on the opposite side of the River Trent

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Ferry Lane on Sturton Upper Ings

This track leads towards the site of the deserted village of West Burton. This had disappeared well before the advent of the Power Station. The name Ferry Lane clearly pre-dates the cutting off of the Burton Round bend of the River Trent, the course of which is clearly visible on the 1:50000 map.

Alan Murray-Rust

A load of . . .

At least on the day in question the field was empty, although further fields did have cattle. This is the public footpath which leads to the deserted village of West Burton, which is situated in the further field visible. The 4 foot high nettles leading to the stile were an added deterrent to casual walkers!

Alan Murray-Rust

West Burton deserted village, looking onto Burton Round

Gravestones in the former churchyard overlook the old bed of the River Trent. The line of willows mark the near bank. The loop was cut off at the end of the 18th Century but the resulting ox-bow lake has been completely filled in. The course can be clearly followed on the map. The name Burton Round is shown following the course of the river on the 1:25000 map, with the enclosed area being named The Ferries. The inference is that the area was farmed from the village with access by ferries. The 'Round' could well derive from navigators of the river who would have had to make virtually a complete circle before the river made the cut; they were probably very happy at the change!

Alan Murray-Rust

Burton Round

The willow stumps mark one bank of the former course of the River Trent, the more distant hedge to the left of the picture marking the opposite bank. This great circular loop was cut off towards the end of the 18th century

Alan Murray-Rust

DIY repairs

This stile has been repaired with a fine selection of timber and old iron. A footpath sign lurks under the hawthorn at the right.

Alan Murray-Rust

Harvested fields near Upper Ing

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Diverse objects

Stile, signpost, disc harrow, gate, power station and snow.

Jonathan Thacker

Left for West Burton

Snow had fallen several days earlier but a thaw had set in.

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Holloway at West Burton

This runs from Low Farm to the former course of the River Trent and was presumably the main street of the now deserted village. The churchyard lies to the right on slightly higher ground.

Jonathan Thacker

Burton Round

The River Trent used to flow between the hedge on the left and the line of willow trees on the right. Until the eighteenth century the Trent was notorious for changing its course.

Jonathan Thacker

For 90 metres only

The 90 metres brings you to where at one time there was probably a ford or even a ferry to what is now known as the ferries, an area of land once surrounded by the river Trent.

Jonathan Thacker