Greatford

Settlement in Lincolnshire South Kesteven

England

Greatford

St. Margaret of Antioch Church, Braceborough Grade 1 Listed 

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St. Margaret of Antioch Church, Braceborough Credit: Brian Deegan

Greatford is a small village located in the South Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, England. Situated approximately five miles east of Stamford, it is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a peaceful and idyllic setting.

The village is primarily residential, with a population of around 500 residents. It boasts a close-knit community, where neighbors often engage in friendly interactions and community events. The village is known for its strong sense of community spirit and active involvement in local initiatives.

Greatford is home to St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, a beautiful structure dating back to the 12th century. The church is a significant architectural landmark in the village and attracts visitors interested in its historical and cultural significance.

The village also benefits from a well-regarded primary school, providing education for children in the local area. Additionally, there is a village hall that serves as a hub for various social and recreational activities, including clubs, events, and meetings.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as walking, cycling, and exploring nature. Greatford is also located in close proximity to several notable attractions, including Burghley House and the historic town of Stamford, which offer further recreational and cultural experiences.

Overall, Greatford is a charming village that offers a tranquil and close-knit community, beautiful architecture, and access to picturesque countryside. It is an ideal place for those seeking a peaceful and rural lifestyle in the heart of Lincolnshire.

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Greatford Images

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St. Margaret of Antioch Church, Braceborough Grade 1 Listed 

14th Century Church.  <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1360151" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1360151">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

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St. Margaret of Antioch Church, Braceborough
Grade 1 Listed 14th Century Church. LinkExternal link Braceborough >> LinkExternal link
Field at Wilsthorpe
Field at Wilsthorpe
Carvings, Greatford Some of the numerous eccentric carvings scattered around the village. They are by Major Fitzilliam of Greatford Hall and date from the 1930s - see other pics in the square.
Carvings, Greatford
Some of the numerous eccentric carvings scattered around the village. They are by Major Fitzilliam of Greatford Hall and date from the 1930s - see other pics in the square.
St Faith, Wilsthorpe The 1715 rebuild was subjected to "cruel alterations" by James Fowler in 1862, "showing the C19 contempt for the C18, paralleled in the mid-C20 contempt for the C19". Fowler added the spire and changed all the windows. Grade II* listed.
St Faith, Wilsthorpe
The 1715 rebuild was subjected to "cruel alterations" by James Fowler in 1862, "showing the C19 contempt for the C18, paralleled in the mid-C20 contempt for the C19". Fowler added the spire and changed all the windows. Grade II* listed.
Country road, Greatford Heading north-west out of the village to the open road.
Country road, Greatford
Heading north-west out of the village to the open road.
Field path near Braceborough
Field path near Braceborough
Church of St Margaret, Braceborough
Church of St Margaret, Braceborough
Braceborough village Hall Originally the village school
Braceborough village Hall
Originally the village school
Old farm buildings and church of St Margaret, Braceborough
Old farm buildings and church of St Margaret, Braceborough
Macmillan Way crossing the East Glen river
Macmillan Way crossing the East Glen river
Confluence of the East Glen and West Glen rivers Not much to look at. But the topography of south west Lincolnshire would be even poorer without these rivers.
Confluence of the East Glen and West Glen rivers
Not much to look at. But the topography of south west Lincolnshire would be even poorer without these rivers.
Thatched Cottage in the centre of Barholm Village Barholm is near Greatford and Stamford.
Thatched Cottage in the centre of Barholm Village
Barholm is near Greatford and Stamford.
Church at Barholm Located near the junction with the road to Tallington
Church at Barholm
Located near the junction with the road to Tallington
Church Tower at Barholm Barholm is near to Greatford and Stamford
Church Tower at Barholm
Barholm is near to Greatford and Stamford
Barholm village at the junction of the road to Tallington Lakes Barholm is near to Gratford and Stamford
Barholm village at the junction of the road to Tallington Lakes
Barholm is near to Gratford and Stamford
Sheep grazing in the field at the rear of The Hare and Hounds, Greatford
Sheep grazing in the field at the rear of The Hare and Hounds, Greatford
The hare and Hounds pub in Greatford
The hare and Hounds pub in Greatford
Old stone cross on the opposite side of the road to the Hare and Hounds, Greatford
Old stone cross on the opposite side of the road to the Hare and Hounds, Greatford
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Greatford is located at Grid Ref: TF0811 (Lat: 52.693598, Lng: -0.392708)

Division: Parts of Kesteven

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: South Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.693598,-0.392708
Bus Stop
Village Hall
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Bus Stop
Village Hall
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Pub
Hare and Hounds
Addr City: Stamford
Addr Postcode: PE9 4QA
Addr Street: Main Street
Addr Village: Greatford
Fhrs Authority: South Kesteven
Fhrs Id: 237541
Fhrs Local Authority Id: 4636
Real Ale: 5 beers, mainly local
Website: https://www.thehareandhoundsgreatford.co.uk/
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Post Box
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Royal Cypher: EIIR
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Lat/Long: 52.6937972/-0.3894258
Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Listed Status: Grade II
Man Made: telephone_box
Operator: BT
Phone: +44 1778 560210
Lat/Long: 52.6938137/-0.3893093
Greatford
Place: village
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 52.6946463/-0.392001
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.6938042/-0.3893728
Glen Farm
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 52.6936038/-0.388496
Man Made: water_works
Lat/Long: 52.6935723/-0.3855178
Defibrillator
Addr Postcode: PE9 4QA
Defibrillator Location: outside Greatford Village Hall
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Source Addr Postcode: ons_uprn_lookup
Lat/Long: 52.6940411/-0.3925645
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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