title: West Keal
text: # West Keal
  
  West Keal is a village and civil parish 25 miles (40 km) east of Lincoln, in the East Lindsey district, in the county of Lincolnshire, England. The parish includes the hamlet of Keal Cotes. In 2011 the parish had a population of 327. The parish touches Bolingbroke, East Keal, East Kirkby, Mavis Enderby, Raithby and Stickford.
  
  ## Landmarks
  
  There are 7 listed buildings in West Keal. West Keal has a church called St Helen's Church.
  
  ## History
  
  The name "Keal" means 'Ridge(s)'. West Keal was recorded in the Domesday Book as Cale/Westrecale.
  
  