River Waring facts for kids
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The River Waring as it flows through Horncastle, viewed from Wharf Road
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 Location of the mouth within Lincolnshire
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| Country | England |
| County | Lincolnshire |
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| Main source | Belchford 328 ft (100 m) |
| River mouth | Horncastle 95 ft (29 m) 53°12′24″N 0°07′21″W / 53.2068°N 0.1224°W |
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The River Waring is a small river in Lincolnshire, England. It is a tributary of the River Bain, which means it's a smaller river that flows into a larger one.
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About the River Waring
The River Waring is an important part of the landscape in Lincolnshire. It's a small river, but it plays a role in the local environment and the history of the town of Horncastle.
Where the River Waring Starts
The River Waring begins its journey in the area known as Belchford. It flows through the village of Belchford itself. From there, it continues its path, passing between other villages like Fulletby, West Ashby, and Low Toynton.
The River's Journey Through Horncastle
Eventually, the River Waring reaches the town of Horncastle. Here, the river actually divides the town's market area from a part of the town called Cagthorpe.
In the 1960s, Horncastle experienced some floods. To help prevent future flooding, the river's path through the town was changed. Its channel was made straighter, and its banks were built up higher. This helps to keep the water within the river's path, especially during heavy rain.
Joining Another River
The River Waring doesn't flow alone forever. It eventually joins the River Bain. This meeting point, called a confluence, is near the town's swimming pool. This swimming pool was built on the site where an old dry dock for the Horncastle Canal used to be. Another stream, the Thunker Drain (also known as Scrafield Beck), also joins the River Bain at this same spot.
