Leadenham

Settlement in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Leadenham

Table tombs at Leadenham One has collapsed.
Table tombs at Leadenham Credit: Jonathan Thacker

Leadenham is a picturesque village located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated approximately 15 miles southwest of the historic city of Lincoln, the village lies in the district of North Kesteven. With a population of around 800 residents, it offers a peaceful and close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is known for its charming and well-preserved stone-built cottages, giving it a quintessential English countryside feel. Leadenham is particularly famous for its impressive Grade I listed church, St. Swithin's, which dates back to the 12th century. The church features stunning stained glass windows and intricate carvings, attracting visitors from near and far.

Leadenham boasts a range of amenities for its residents and visitors, including a village shop, a post office, and a traditional pub serving delicious food and refreshing beverages. The village also hosts various community events throughout the year, such as the Leadenham Polo Club matches and the annual Leadenham Village Show.

Surrounded by rolling farmland and beautiful countryside, Leadenham offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities. The village is crisscrossed by footpaths and bridleways, making it a haven for walkers, cyclists, and horse riders. Additionally, the nearby Viking Way long-distance footpath passes through the village, further adding to its appeal for nature enthusiasts.

Overall, Leadenham is a charming and idyllic village that showcases the natural beauty and rich history of Lincolnshire. With its strong sense of community and stunning surroundings, it continues to attract both residents and visitors seeking a tranquil retreat.

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Leadenham Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.058615/-0.583247 or Grid Reference SK9552. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Table tombs at Leadenham One has collapsed.
Table tombs at Leadenham
One has collapsed.
Table tomb at Leadenham
Table tomb at Leadenham
The Old Rectory, Leadenham Late eighteenth century house <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1061878?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1061878?section=official-list-entry">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>
The Old Rectory, Leadenham
Late eighteenth century house LinkExternal link
Cottages, High Street, Leadenham
Cottages, High Street, Leadenham
Bulby Lane
Bulby Lane
Beck Farm
Beck Farm
Hare and Hounds
Hare and Hounds
War memorial
War memorial
Hedge and wheat field
Hedge and wheat field
Long Lane, heading west to Leadenham On Leadenham Heath, under a leaden sky.
Long Lane, heading west to Leadenham
On Leadenham Heath, under a leaden sky.
Field boundary, south of Heath Farm Rural power lines follow the hedgerow.
Field boundary, south of Heath Farm
Rural power lines follow the hedgerow.
Quarry Lane climbing out of Leadenham With the bridge over the former railway line in the foreground.
Quarry Lane climbing out of Leadenham
With the bridge over the former railway line in the foreground.
Wheatfield at the northern edge of Leadenham Seen from the Quarry Lane bridge over the railway.
Wheatfield at the northern edge of Leadenham
Seen from the Quarry Lane bridge over the railway.
Hillside east of Leadenham The hillside climbs 50+ metres above the village.
Hillside east of Leadenham
The hillside climbs 50+ metres above the village.
Building at Lincoln Road Industrial Estate, Leadenham This building [and others behind] are shown on the OS map surveyed in 1960 and look to date from the Second World War.
Building at Lincoln Road Industrial Estate, Leadenham
This building [and others behind] are shown on the OS map surveyed in 1960 and look to date from the Second World War.
Lychgate, Leadenham Dated 1897 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1061875?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1061875?section=official-list-entry">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>
Lychgate, Leadenham
Dated 1897 LinkExternal link
S Swithin's church, Leadenham Externally largely of the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1147388?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1147388?section=official-list-entry">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>
S Swithin's church, Leadenham
Externally largely of the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries LinkExternal link
War Memorial, Leadenham
War Memorial, Leadenham
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Leadenham is located at Grid Ref: SK9552 (Lat: 53.058615, Lng: -0.583247)

Division: Parts of Kesteven

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: North Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.058615,-0.583247
Leadenham
Is In: Lincolnshire, England, UK
Place: village
Lat/Long: 53.0589415/-0.5819982
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals: signal
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Bus Stop
The Green
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Public Transport: platform
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Bus Stop
The Green
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Bus Stop
Post Office
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Shelter: yes
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Bus Stop
Post Office
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Naptan Bearing: N
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Naptan Indicator: opp
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Naptan NaptanCode: linampmt
Naptan Street: Main Road
Naptan Verified: no
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Lat/Long: 53.0564542/-0.5829963
Pub
The George
Lat/Long: 53.058455/-0.58286
Home Farm
Place: farm
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 53.0598117/-0.580755
Post Office
Leadenham Post Office
Addr City: Lincoln
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 10
Addr Postcode: LN5 0PY
Addr Street: Main Road
Addr Suburb: Leadenham
Branch: Leadenham
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Check Date: 2020-02-20
Contact Website: https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/2043246/leadenham
Ref Pol Id: 7152
Lat/Long: 53.0567345/-0.5825989
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.0583279/-0.5821171
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.0570867/-0.5850032
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Defibrillator Location: outside Leadenham Village Hall
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 53.0584907/-0.5806924
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 53.0584648/-0.5807378
Leisure: playground
Lat/Long: 53.0587158/-0.5801879
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:15; Sa 10:45
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: LN5 348
Lat/Long: 53.0567551/-0.5826725
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