Oak Holt

Wood, Forest in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Oak Holt

Nocton Hall, Nocton Ivy aside, no great change since this photo eight years earlier <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/362301">TF0664 : Nocton Hall - west front</a>. William Shearburn's rebuilding of 1841 after a fire was itself gutted by another fire in 2004. Grade II listed.
Nocton Hall, Nocton Credit: Stephen Richards

Oak Holt is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated amidst a picturesque woodland landscape, Oak Holt is renowned for its abundant oak trees and dense forest. The village derives its name from the prominence of oak trees in the area, which have long been a defining feature of the local landscape.

Nestled within the Lincolnshire Wolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Oak Holt offers visitors and residents a tranquil and serene environment. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, expansive fields, and a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and walkers.

The forested area of Oak Holt provides a habitat for a rich array of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and various bird species. The canopy of oak trees provides shade and shelter, creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere within the village.

The village itself is small, with a close-knit community that is proud of its natural surroundings. The houses in Oak Holt are predominantly traditional cottages, adding to the charm and character of the village.

While Oak Holt may be a secluded and rural location, it is within easy reach of nearby towns and cities. The historic city of Lincoln is approximately 20 miles away, offering residents access to a wider range of amenities, including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities.

In summary, Oak Holt is a charming village in Lincolnshire, known for its dense oak forest, natural beauty, and close-knit community. It is a haven for those seeking tranquility and a connection with nature.

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Oak Holt Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.169972/-0.39259445 or Grid Reference TF0764. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Nocton Hall, Nocton Ivy aside, no great change since this photo eight years earlier <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/362301">TF0664 : Nocton Hall - west front</a>. William Shearburn's rebuilding of 1841 after a fire was itself gutted by another fire in 2004. Grade II listed.
Nocton Hall, Nocton
Ivy aside, no great change since this photo eight years earlier TF0664 : Nocton Hall - west front. William Shearburn's rebuilding of 1841 after a fire was itself gutted by another fire in 2004. Grade II listed.
18-21 Main Road, Nocton Distinctive Gothic estate cottages by George Gilbert Scott, c1860. Grade II listed.
18-21 Main Road, Nocton
Distinctive Gothic estate cottages by George Gilbert Scott, c1860. Grade II listed.
Nocton Hall The shell of the hall with its high security barricade
Nocton Hall
The shell of the hall with its high security barricade
Drain and Track, Potterhanworth Fen Potterhanworth Wood in the distance.
Drain and Track, Potterhanworth Fen
Potterhanworth Wood in the distance.
Track to Potterhanworth Fen
Track to Potterhanworth Fen
Bottom Lodge to Nocton Hall, The Bridleway, Nocton
Bottom Lodge to Nocton Hall, The Bridleway, Nocton
Nocton Hall, Lincolnshire Architect William Shearburn.  Built for 1st Earl of Ripon 1841.  Gutted by fire 24.10.04.
Nocton Hall, Lincolnshire
Architect William Shearburn. Built for 1st Earl of Ripon 1841. Gutted by fire 24.10.04.
All Saints, Nocton. Built 1860-65 for the Countess of Ripon.  Architect, Sir George Gilbert Scott.
All Saints, Nocton.
Built 1860-65 for the Countess of Ripon. Architect, Sir George Gilbert Scott.
Medieval Fishponds Looking west towards Top Barff wood on the right. Undulations in these fields mark the site of the medieval fishponds for Nocton Park Priory.
Medieval Fishponds
Looking west towards Top Barff wood on the right. Undulations in these fields mark the site of the medieval fishponds for Nocton Park Priory.
Abbey Hill Site of Nocton Park Priory, founded c1150 for Augustinian Canons
Abbey Hill
Site of Nocton Park Priory, founded c1150 for Augustinian Canons
Carr Dyke Drainage of the fens was started by the Romans - this is part of Carr Dyke
Carr Dyke
Drainage of the fens was started by the Romans - this is part of Carr Dyke
Wasps Nest The isolated rural community of Wasps Nest on Nocton Fen
Wasps Nest
The isolated rural community of Wasps Nest on Nocton Fen
Wooden carving on Carr Dyke at top of Nocton Delph, looking east on the edge of Nocton Wood
Wooden carving on Carr Dyke at top of Nocton Delph, looking east
on the edge of Nocton Wood
Looking NE alongside Nocton Wood RUPP / Bridleway
Looking NE alongside Nocton Wood
RUPP / Bridleway
Metheringham Fen Looking northwest to the raised ground of Nocton Wood
Metheringham Fen
Looking northwest to the raised ground of Nocton Wood
All Saints' church, Nocton Huge Victorian church built in 1862 by celebrated architect Sir George Gilbert Scott for the Countess of Ripon. It has a sumptuous interior and is arguably the best Victorian church in Lincolnshire.
All Saints' church, Nocton
Huge Victorian church built in 1862 by celebrated architect Sir George Gilbert Scott for the Countess of Ripon. It has a sumptuous interior and is arguably the best Victorian church in Lincolnshire.
Gate between church & hall Down a dark & gloomy tunnel of yews opposite the church is this gateway to Nocton Hall
Gate between church & hall
Down a dark & gloomy tunnel of yews opposite the church is this gateway to Nocton Hall
Nocton Wood Nocton Wood as seen from an unclassified road running to the South.
Nocton Wood
Nocton Wood as seen from an unclassified road running to the South.
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Oak Holt is located at Grid Ref: TF0764 (Lat: 53.169972, Lng: -0.39259445)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: North Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.169972,-0.39259445
Nocton Park Priory
End Date: 1536
Historic: monastery
Historic Amenity: place_of_worship
Source: Bing
Start Date: early C12
Lat/Long: 53.1691523/-0.3892567
Abbey Hill
Place: locality
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 53.1682922/-0.3891769
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 53.1683601/-0.3992844
Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Man Made: telephone_box
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.1696626/-0.3859969
Post Box
Post Box Type: lamp
Lat/Long: 53.1696272/-0.3859325
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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