Visit Barrow upon Humber Places

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Barrow upon Humber Places Overview: History, Culture & Facts about Barrow upon Humber

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Barrow upon Humber history

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Barrow contains the site of a late Anglo-Saxon monastery, which has been fully excavated. King Wulfhere gave land to Caedda (Saint Chad) in the 7th century at Ad Barvae (at the wood) It was on this site that the monastery was developed.

Barrow upon Humber landmarks

Many of the buildings in the centre of the village are of 18th- and 19th-century origin. Down Hall, Barrow Hall, Papist Hall, Forester’s Hall and West Cote Farm are of note.

Church

The Norman church, with parts that appear to be of earlier origin, is situated on a hilltop to the north of the village . When the grounds of the church were landscaped during the 1960s, many graves were lost and the remains were reburied in a communal grave site .

Thornton Abbey

Thornton Abbey is situated about 2 miles south from Barrow . Henry VIII crossed the river in a naval vessel and rode through Barrow to the abbey in 1541 . The gatehouse remains and is open to the public .

Market Place

The market place is identified by the stump of a medieval cross . Gas lamp, installed during the Victorian period and which topped the stones, was removed in the first half of the 20th century . The marketplace has been remodelled to accommodate car parking .

Village hall

The village hall is on the eastern side of the lower High Street and was once used as a cinema . A projection room was situated above the main entrance doorway . Access to hidden rooms could be attained through a trapdoor .

Blow wells and the Beck

Fresh water was available from the many springs in the area via two blow wells known as the Caedda Wells . Later this name was contracted; however the blow wells are still known by the locals as the Cadwells .

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29 tourist, history, culture & geography spots

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Best Barrow upon Humber places to visit

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Barrow upon Humber has places to explore by foot, bike or bus. Below are a selection of the varied Barrow upon Humber’s destinations you can visit with additional content available at the Walkfo Barrow upon Humber’s information audio spots:

Barrow Haven Barrow Haven is a hamlet and small port in North Lincolnshire, England. It was the site of a former ferry crossing that spanned from the Humber Estuary to Hull. The area’s rail access is based at the area’s railway station, a stop on the Barton Line.

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