St Catherines

Settlement in Lincolnshire Lincoln

England

St Catherines

Bridleway to Bracebridge Heath Credit: Jonathan Thacker

St Catherines is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated approximately 10 miles northeast of the city of Lincoln, it falls within the district of East Lindsey. With a population of around 500 residents, it is considered a close-knit community with a strong sense of local pride.

The village is nestled in the picturesque Lincolnshire Wolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which attracts visitors with its rolling hills and charming landscapes. St Catherines is surrounded by lush green fields and offers breathtaking views of the countryside.

Despite its small size, the village boasts a few amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. There is a local pub, The Stag's Head, which serves as a social hub for the community. Additionally, there is a village hall that hosts various events and activities throughout the year, fostering a sense of community spirit.

St Catherines is known for its historical significance, with St Catherine's Church being a prominent landmark. The church, dating back to the 12th century, showcases stunning architecture and is a testament to the village's rich heritage.

The village also benefits from its proximity to the city of Lincoln, which offers a wider range of amenities, including shopping centers, restaurants, and entertainment options. The area is well-connected, with good transport links to nearby towns and cities.

Overall, St Catherines is a quaint and peaceful village, offering a tranquil lifestyle in a beautiful countryside setting.

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St Catherines Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.214819/-0.54632546 or Grid Reference SK9769. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridleway to Bracebridge Heath

Jonathan Thacker

International Bomber Command Centre: aerial 2021 (1)

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International Bomber Command Centre: aerial 2021 (2)

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Lodge, Newark Road, Lincoln

A picturesque affair complete with polychrome brick, timber framing, decorative tilework, and fretted bargeboards. Built 1883 for Bracebridge Hall, possibly by Albert Vicars who did the house (which is much less spirited). Grade II listed.

Stephen Richards

St Botolph's Buildings, 466 High Street, Lincoln

466-468, shops with living accommodation built by John Fullalove for John Sheppard some time in or before 1877. Whites 1872 directory has a No.423 next to St Botolph’s Church with Mrs Rebecca Thorpe, shopkeeper also appearing at 423 in 1868. Prior to this in 1856 William Thorpe is listed at 423. Certainly by 1894 it was numbered 466. The advertising sign (Warwicks & Richardsons Ltd, Northgate, Newark on Trent) painted on the front wall of 466 suggests it may have been a public house but a list of Warwicks’ pubs has no entry for here. In Northgate Brewery from 1871 Warwicks were acquired by John Smith's Tadcaster Brewery Co. Ltd, in 1962. No.466 was possibly an off licence, numbered 423 with William or Rebecca Thorpe then? Occupants of 466 include; 1894-1905 William Atkinson, pork butchers; 1909 George Codd, pork butcher; 1913 Thomas Pearson, cycle dealer; 1919 John T Pearson, greengrocer; 1965 Empty. Tony Edens was established in 1977 but I don’t know how long they have been here; the limited company was only established in 2005.

Jo and Steve Turner

International Bomber Command Memorial

Erected on 2015. The site was opened to the public in 2018. Designed by Stephen Palmer of Place Architecture.

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International Bomber Command Centre

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52-55 South Park, Lincoln

A row of 4 houses previously known as 4 to 1 South Park Villas. (I can find only two planning applications for 4 houses in South Park, both 1872 in date). Planning for no.55 was approved for owner/architect Barker & Son in April 1948 for 'conversion', possibly to flats? Planning for no.52 was approved for owners Lindum Estates, architect C Warren-Neil in August 1951 for 'conversion'. Nos. 54 and 55 differ from the other two in having only one access door, presumably a passage. They now comprise 7 flats, 6 1-bed and 1 3-bed in the basement. 2021 particulars described them as "looking a little ‘tired’ and would benefit from a scheme of refurbishment".

Jo and Steve Turner

The Old Police House, South Park, Lincoln

Built between 1868 and 1877 replacing the South Common Toll Gate House. It was a Police Station until at least 1965 and since 1974 it has been a private residence. (City Fire and Police Station in Church Lane closed in 1967 but continued as a store until around the time Nettleham headquarters were officially opened in November 1981).

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1-11 (odd) St Catherines, Lincoln

Three attached houses built by D Taylor, architects Drury and Mortimer to planning approved May 1878. The three, from High Street, were named 'Lonan House', 'Claremont House’ and 'Scarboro' Villa'. By 1897 they had become five, 'Abbey Gate', 'Beaufort House', 'Claremont House', 'Scarboro' Villa' and 'Matlock House'. By 1913 they had become six, 'Abbey Gate', 'Radcliffe House', 'Claremont House', 'Parkdale', 'Scarboro' Villa' and 'Matlock House'.

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13-15 St Catherines, Lincoln

Pair of semi-detached houses called Clarence Villas built for Mr Beard by Barnes and Wright, architects Bellamy and Hardy. Planning was approved in March 1876. A kitchen extension was added to 13 in 1887 that was called Russendale by 1913. Outbuildings were added to 15 in 1924 then called Oakfield Lodge. 13 was no.2 and 15 no.1 Clarence Villas well into the 20th century.

Jo and Steve Turner

17-19 St Catherines, Lincoln

Now (2022) The Old Surgery Studios 1-7 19 St Catherines. A pair of semi-detached houses for William Beard to planning granted in July 1874, architects Bellamy & Hardy. Additions to rear in 1902, 1992 and 2001. Previously South Park Surgery the planning for change of Use from Doctors' Surgery to a 7-bedroom house in multiple occupation was granted in July 2017. 17 was no.2 and 19 no.1 Osbourne Villas well into the 20th century.

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27-29 St Catherines, Lincoln

A pair of semi-detached houses built by J K Sharpe, planning approved December 1875. No. 29 was ' Carlton House'. In 2005 no. 27 'Creston Villa' was converted to Creston Villa Guest House that was no.8 in the 'Best B and Bs and Inns' in the world issued by 'tripadvisor' in January 2011.

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Ferncliffe House, 2 St Catherines, Lincoln

Not the best picture but it is difficult to photograph. House built for Alderman Thomas Wallis, architect W Mortimer and Son to planning approved in July 1896. Wallis made additions in 1907 and a dispensing room by builder W Challands in 1911. Presumably from about 1911, the house is occupied by Major Osmand Harry Chapman MD RAMC surgeon until at least 1919. In 1913 Ruddock's directory calls it Fernville. Planning was granted in October 2015 for 54m of 1.95m high wrought iron railings and gate to front elevation.

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5 Cross O'Cliff Hill, Lincoln

It seems to have been built between 1897 and 1913 and called 'Hill Rise'. It is not shown on the 1905 OS map. There are two potential candidates in the planning files, one 1905 and one 1908. It appears to have some substantial outbuildings to the rear. Unusually it has retained the original iron railings on the roadside, most having been removed for the metal in WWII.

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Ashleigh, 9 Cross O'Cliff Hill, Lincoln

House built for John Lodge (MD Wagon & Engine Co.) architect W Mortimer and Son to planning granted in April 1897. Garage and greenhouse added in 1912. Apparently called Ashleigh from new. In October 2013 planning was granted for conversion to 4 flats. In the grounds to the rear is an annex to be converted to two flats. Prior to this the property had been a training facility for some time, owned by Lincolnshire County Council. Access to 6 parking spaces at the rear had been accessed through a private driveway within the ownership of no. 11.

Jo and Steve Turner

29-31 Cross O'Cliff Hill, Lincoln

Pair of semi-detached houses shown on the 1905 OS map but not the 1886 OS map. Note that the properties are not symmetrical, no.29 occupying only the section with the gable end to the road, 31 having the centre section. Directories I have list them in 1913 but not 1897, suggesting a build date between 1898 and 1904. 1913 they are called 'The Croft' (29, apparently empty) and 'Brentwood' (31). By 1919, now occupied, no. 29 is 'Strathmore' and is shown in 1965 Kelly’s as two flats. 31 has subsequently been converted to at least 5 flats.

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Brickworks Chimney, Cross O'Cliff Hill, Lincoln

Close to the Orchard Walk houses, for some reason this is the only remaining structure from William Bartholomew Best's Cross O'Cliffe Brick & Tile Works. Kelly's Directory of 1872 is the earliest mention with the 1868 directory carrying no reference to the works. However there is a note in the press 1856 about the intended use of the land and the online heritage information and management system for the City claims it to be built in 1857 by R Toynbee. This may be a confusion with “Ward’s Brickyard” that is described in a Great Northern Railway 1863 schedule and plan as further north, roughly in the area of the LSST school. Cross O'Cliffe Brick & Tile Works was known from 1889 as Lincoln Brick Company who probably modernised the works. It closed in 1901 and by 1907 most buildings were ruinous and only the chimney and two buildings remained (both post 1887, known in 1965 as Old Brickyard Cottage and Fieldhouse, demolished by 2004). There is evidence that buildings on the site were previously agricultural, probably for pigs and post-dating the brickworks; it seems the area was used by butcher Zachariah T Priestley for slaughtering work c.1914. In 1992 the building remains were made safe and the 45ft 6in (13.8m) chimney was reduced in height by 17 feet (5m), refurbished and repaired.

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St Catherines is located at Grid Ref: SK9769 (Lat: 53.214819, Lng: -0.54632546)

Division: Parts of Kesteven

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: Lincoln

Police Authority: Lincolnshire