History & Heritage in Lincolnshire
Church of Saint Benedict, Haltham
Of early Norman construction, this Anglican parish church is dedicated to Saint Benedict. Partially restored, on two occasions, during the late 19th century, its seating was increased from 67 to 140. However, in 1977 the Diocese of Lincoln declared the church redundant. Image...
Home to brown long-eared bats and pipistrelle bats, Bellmount Tower is a Grade II listed building. Though located with Belton House grounds it is only accessible via a short walk from the car park beside the road to the east of the park. The viewing tower cannot be accessed directly from the p...
Ruskington Railway Station, Ruskington
Ruskington railway station opened in 1882 as part of the Great Northern and Great Eastern Joint Railway between Sleaford and Lincoln Central. Closed in 1961 it was reopened in 1975 and is owned by Network Rail and managed by East Midlands Trains who provide all rail services. The station is un...
Pinchbeck United is the longest serving club in the Peterborough and District league Premier Division. They have a Junior section from under 8 through to under 16. Due to league rulings the club are currently playing at Spalding United's ground. It is not known how long this will last.
St Helen's parish church is a Grade I listed building, constructed in 1775 as an ashlar-faced red-brick mortuary chapel. The chapel, later a church, had been attributed to Carr of York (who constructed the nearby Norton Place) but no evidence to prove this has been found. It has been assumed t...
In the village of Stixwould the parish church is a Grade II listed building dedicated to Saint Peter. It was rebuilt during the early decades of the 19th century. The font dates from the 16th century and there is a 13th century grave slab. Interestingly, Alice Cranmer, the sister of Archb...
Barkston Junction Bridge, Barkston
The bridge carries the East Coast Main Line over the Nottingham to Skegness rail line. It lies close to the former Barkston East Junction, now closed. Nearby Barkston is a village and civil parish in the South Kesteven district of the county.
West Bank Lighthouse, Sutton Bridge
The East and the West Bank Lighthouses in Sutton Bridge are both Grade II listed buildings. Both are described as early 19th century structures with 20th century alterations. Both are brick built, and have been rendered and colour washed. They each consist of a single central red brick stack o...
Coningsby Railway Bridge, Coningsby
The Kirkstead and Little Steeping Railway, locally known as the New Line, was a railway line linking the East Lincolnshire Railway to the Lincoln to Boston railway through the fens. Open in 1913 by GNR it was built to improve access from Lancashire and Yorkshire industrial centres to the seaside...
Behind Horncastle's quaint high street is a delightful road bridge that connects the town to a Tesco supermarket. The river is populated with chub and roach and there are always plenty of hungry ducks around. Image by Dave Hitchborne
Hykeham Town Women FC, Lincoln
Hykeham Town Women FC are an FA Charter Standard Football Club who pride themselves on providing quality, safe and fun football in both training and matches for all their teams. Open to all ages and abilities they are always seeking new players to join from under level through to senior.
Holy Trinity Parish Church, Gedney Hill
Gedney Hill is a Grade II listed Anglican parish church dedicated to the Holy Trinity. It dates from the late 14th century and was heavily restored during the 19th century including he rebuilding of its outer walls. The church features perpendicular style tie-beams and stained glass windows. I...
Grimsby Borough Ladies & Girls FC, Grimsby
Grimsby Borough Ladies & Girls FC are an FA Charter Standard Football Club who pride themselves on providing quality, safe and fun football in both training and matches for all their teams. Open to all ages and abilities they are always seeking new players to join from under level through to seni...
Boston United Ladies FC, Boston
Boston United Ladies currently compete for honours in the Lincolnshire County Women’s League. The team are always looking for new players.
Sleaford Town Ladies FC, Sleaford
Sleaford Town Ladies FC was formed on 1st August 2007. For two seasons they played in the Lincolnshire Womens County League, winning the title in their second season and with it promotion. Currently, they play in the East Midlands Regional League, Division One North.