a town of Lincolnshire, situated on a small brook that runs through the town. A salt spring was discovered here in 1670, from the pigeons which flew thither in great numbers to drink the water, those birds being known to be fond of salt. It is recommended as cooling, cleansing; and attenuating; as a good remedy in the scurvy, jaundice, and other glandular obstructions. It is six miles from the sea. The population in 1821 was 1506. Long. 0. 15. E. Lat. 53. 30. N.