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Discover
Barton - North Lincolnshire |
Barton-upon-Humber
is
uniquely located on the northern
edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds where they
meet the River
Humber.
Barton lies approximately mid way between
York & Lincoln, approx 10 miles N.E.
of Scunthorpe & 16 miles N.W. of Grimsby.
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Barton-upon-Humber
lies in the shadow of the magnificent
Humber
Bridge which spans the River
Humber to Hessle. Barton boasts many
impressive & historic
buildings which can be seen as you
wander through the town. These buildings
enforce how important this historic town
has been through the ages and include
Baysgarth House Museum, St Peter's Church,
Bardney and Tyrwhitt Halls and St Mary's
Church.
Barton is still a vibrant town with a
traditional shopping area & a thriving
waterfront which includes the Barton Clay
Pits, Far Ings Nature Reserve & the
new Watersedge Nature Reserve which cover
5 miles of coastline to the north of the
town.
If you like the outdoors then Barton is
a perfect place to visit, ideal for Walkers,
Ramblers, Watersport Enthusiasts, Anglers
& those with a keen interest in Wildlife.
The clay pits are the remains of the brick
and tile industry which have been flooded
providing a haven for wildlife, each area
have their unique charm & brilliant
view of the Humber
Bridge.
The Viking Way starts from Barton &
is a favourite for walkers & ramblers
who follow the trail for 14 miles into
the heart of North Lincolnshire. In addition,
there are many town walks & nature
trails which can be followed.
The town provides visitors with a wide range
of facilities with a number of hotels, caravan
& camp sites and several restaurants
and public houses.
Maps
& Aerial Photographs
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Discover
Barton's History
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Barton
was developed due to its prime position
by the banks of the River Humber. In the
11th Century Barton was the most important
port & trading centre in the region.
Through the years Barton continued to be
an important town with thriving brick, tile
and ropemaking industries. As a result of
the wealth of the town many Georgian and
Victorian buildings were constructed.
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Places
of Interest
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Baysgarth
House Museum & Park
Saint Peter's Church
Saint Mary's Church
Waters Edge Country Park
Ropewalk - Contemporary art and craft gallery
......more
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