Great Ponton

Settlement in Lincolnshire South Kesteven

England

Great Ponton

Green Lane, south-west of Great Ponton The northern part of a very pleasant bridleway from Stoke Rochford to Great Ponton.
Green Lane, south-west of Great Ponton Credit: Tim Heaton

Great Ponton is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles south of Grantham, it falls within the South Kesteven district. The village is nestled on the banks of the River Witham and is surrounded by picturesque countryside.

With a population of around 500 residents, Great Ponton has a close-knit community feel. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional stone cottages and more modern houses. The local parish church, St. Guthlac's, is a prominent feature of the village, dating back to the 13th century and showcasing beautiful architecture.

The village offers a range of amenities for its residents, including a primary school and a village hall, which serves as a hub for various community activities. The nearby market town of Grantham provides additional amenities such as supermarkets, shops, and leisure facilities.

Great Ponton is well-connected to the surrounding areas, with easy access to major road networks. The A1 road runs close by, linking the village to larger cities such as Nottingham and Peterborough. The village also benefits from good public transport links, with regular bus services to Grantham and other nearby towns.

Surrounded by stunning countryside, Great Ponton is an ideal location for those seeking a quiet and rural lifestyle. The village offers a peaceful escape from urban life, while still providing convenient access to essential amenities and transport connections.

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Great Ponton Images

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Green Lane, south-west of Great Ponton The northern part of a very pleasant bridleway from Stoke Rochford to Great Ponton.
Green Lane, south-west of Great Ponton
The northern part of a very pleasant bridleway from Stoke Rochford to Great Ponton.
Pit Lane leading from Great Ponton to Ermine Street The lane offers a gradual climb up from the Witham valley.
Pit Lane leading from Great Ponton to Ermine Street
The lane offers a gradual climb up from the Witham valley.
The B6403 passing under the East Coast Main Line The Roman road, Ermine Street, is forced out of its normal straight course, into a tight double bend, to pass under the line.
The B6403 passing under the East Coast Main Line
The Roman road, Ermine Street, is forced out of its normal straight course, into a tight double bend, to pass under the line.
Lay-by on the Great North Road (A1)
Lay-by on the Great North Road (A1)
Great North Road (A1) Heading north.
Great North Road (A1)
Heading north.
Great North Road, Great Ponton
Great North Road, Great Ponton
A1 southbound, leaving Great Ponton The A1 is the longest numbered road in the UK at 410 miles long. It connects London with Edinburgh, via the east of England. 
For much of its path it follows the Great North Road the old coaching route between London and Edinburgh. Several sections of the route are classified as motorway A1(M). The modern A1 bypasses the towns the Great North Road passed through and is dual carriageway for most of its route through England.
A1 southbound, leaving Great Ponton
The A1 is the longest numbered road in the UK at 410 miles long. It connects London with Edinburgh, via the east of England. For much of its path it follows the Great North Road the old coaching route between London and Edinburgh. Several sections of the route are classified as motorway A1(M). The modern A1 bypasses the towns the Great North Road passed through and is dual carriageway for most of its route through England.
Farmland near Great Ponton
Farmland near Great Ponton
Ermine Street towards the north. Where are the Roman Legions?
Ermine Street towards the north.
Where are the Roman Legions?
Ermine Street towards the south The main London to Edinburgh railway line crosses the centre of the picture. The Roman Ermine Street deviates from its straight line to pass beneath.
Ermine Street towards the south
The main London to Edinburgh railway line crosses the centre of the picture. The Roman Ermine Street deviates from its straight line to pass beneath.
Railway underpass The B6403 passes beneath the main London to Edinburgh railway line half a mile NW of Stoke Tunnel.
Railway underpass
The B6403 passes beneath the main London to Edinburgh railway line half a mile NW of Stoke Tunnel.
Washdyke Lane
Washdyke Lane
A1 looking northwards
A1 looking northwards
Driveway to Riverside Cottages
Driveway to Riverside Cottages
A1 looking southwards This is the A1 slightly south of Great Ponton
A1 looking southwards
This is the A1 slightly south of Great Ponton
A1 looking towards Great Ponton
A1 looking towards Great Ponton
Lay by on a wet A1 South
Lay by on a wet A1 South
The countryside from Grange Farm Looking towards Grantham a view of the countryside.
The countryside from Grange Farm
Looking towards Grantham a view of the countryside.
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Great Ponton is located at Grid Ref: SK9230 (Lat: 52.863258, Lng: -0.625969)

Division: Parts of Kesteven

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: South Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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