Ermine Street

Heritage Site in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Ermine Street

Stubble field near Gray's Buildings
Stubble field near Gray's Buildings Credit: Jonathan Thacker

Ermine Street in Lincolnshire, England, is a renowned heritage site that holds great historical significance. This ancient road, also known as the A15, stretches for approximately 144 miles, connecting the city of London to the city of Lincoln. Its origins can be traced back to the Roman period, when it was constructed as a major military and trade route.

Ermine Street served as a vital artery for the Roman Empire, facilitating the movement of troops, supplies, and commerce throughout the region. It was an important connection between the Roman cities of Londinium (London) and Lindum Colonia (Lincoln), as well as other settlements along the way. The road's construction exhibited remarkable engineering skills, featuring a solid foundation of gravel and stone.

Today, Ermine Street remains a testament to the Roman influence on the region. While some sections of the road have been altered or replaced over time, certain stretches still retain their original Roman structure. These remnants provide archaeologists and historians with valuable insights into the construction techniques and daily life during the Roman era.

Ermine Street in Lincolnshire attracts visitors who have a keen interest in history and archaeology. Exploring this heritage site allows visitors to walk in the footsteps of ancient Romans and gain a deeper understanding of their impact on the region. Additionally, the road passes through picturesque landscapes, offering visitors an opportunity to appreciate the natural beauty of Lincolnshire while delving into its rich historical past.

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Ermine Street Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.123/-0.513 or Grid Reference SK9959. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stubble field near Gray's Buildings
Stubble field near Gray's Buildings
Track alongside Green Man Wood No sign of the footpath which is supposed to start from near here.
Track alongside Green Man Wood
No sign of the footpath which is supposed to start from near here.
Field and pylons off Green Man Road Navenby Heath.
Field and pylons off Green Man Road
Navenby Heath.
Boothby Graffoe Heath Looking S from Heath lane
Boothby Graffoe Heath
Looking S from Heath lane
Ruined farmhouse near Green Man woods
Ruined farmhouse near Green Man woods
Green Man Road On Navenby Heath
Green Man Road
On Navenby Heath
Navenby Heath View on Green Man Road
Navenby Heath
View on Green Man Road
Parish Boundary The wall marks the boundary of Navenby and Blankney parishes, seen from Green Man Road
Parish Boundary
The wall marks the boundary of Navenby and Blankney parishes, seen from Green Man Road
Green Man Road
Green Man Road
View towards Green Man Farm Freshly ploughed farmland off Green Man Road
View towards Green Man Farm
Freshly ploughed farmland off Green Man Road
Poppy Time When June comes along it is a real treat for drivers on the A15 passing by to see God's red carpet laid out for them.
Poppy Time
When June comes along it is a real treat for drivers on the A15 passing by to see God's red carpet laid out for them.
Gate to north of Green Man Wood This road leads to the site of the former Coleby Grange Voluntary Agricultural Camp.

I had been trying for several years to locate where it was that my mother worked when she came down to Lincolnshire from Scotland in the late 1940’s, and finally discovered that it was this very spot.  Unfortunately my mother died a few weeks before I found out.  I have submitted a separate 'history' photo of her at this location when she worked here.
Gate to north of Green Man Wood
This road leads to the site of the former Coleby Grange Voluntary Agricultural Camp. I had been trying for several years to locate where it was that my mother worked when she came down to Lincolnshire from Scotland in the late 1940’s, and finally discovered that it was this very spot. Unfortunately my mother died a few weeks before I found out. I have submitted a separate 'history' photo of her at this location when she worked here.
Morphine Poppy This specimen has lasted longer than its neighbours.
Morphine Poppy
This specimen has lasted longer than its neighbours.
Morphine Poppies
Morphine Poppies
Managed verge The roadside verge on Heath Lane is specially managed for its wildlife interest, apparently.
Managed verge
The roadside verge on Heath Lane is specially managed for its wildlife interest, apparently.
Grays Buildings Farm buildings part of Boothby Heath Farm.
Grays Buildings
Farm buildings part of Boothby Heath Farm.
Farmhouse on Boothby Heath Long abandoned farmhouse by the A15 on Boothby Heath
Farmhouse on Boothby Heath
Long abandoned farmhouse by the A15 on Boothby Heath
St Peter's church, Navenby Grade I listed

The church dates from the 13th century onwards and was restored in 1875.
There is a western tower, nave and aisles, south porch, chancel and north vestry.
The tower was rebuilt in the mid 18th century after the previous one fell down. It is topped with stepped battlements and eight pinnacles. There are several interesting gargoyles and carved figures on the tower.

The nave has a clerestory with five, three light windows. There are gargoyles on the exterior.

The nave aisles are of three bay arcades, originally dating from the early 13th century. The south aisle was built in brick in the mid 18th century, and the north aisle windows are Victorian reproductions.

The large 14th C. Chancel has a triple arched piscina with vaulting, double basins and is pinnacles. It has large windows and the east 6 light window was rebuilt in 1875. There is also an Easter Sepulchre similar to Heckington.
The chancel arch has a rood stair and a corbel of a lady wearing a wimple.

The font is Victorian, and the rood screen dates from 1910.
There is also a late 13th century grave slab with an inscription which says "Pray for Richard de Lue".
St Peter's church, Navenby
Grade I listed The church dates from the 13th century onwards and was restored in 1875. There is a western tower, nave and aisles, south porch, chancel and north vestry. The tower was rebuilt in the mid 18th century after the previous one fell down. It is topped with stepped battlements and eight pinnacles. There are several interesting gargoyles and carved figures on the tower. The nave has a clerestory with five, three light windows. There are gargoyles on the exterior. The nave aisles are of three bay arcades, originally dating from the early 13th century. The south aisle was built in brick in the mid 18th century, and the north aisle windows are Victorian reproductions. The large 14th C. Chancel has a triple arched piscina with vaulting, double basins and is pinnacles. It has large windows and the east 6 light window was rebuilt in 1875. There is also an Easter Sepulchre similar to Heckington. The chancel arch has a rood stair and a corbel of a lady wearing a wimple. The font is Victorian, and the rood screen dates from 1910. There is also a late 13th century grave slab with an inscription which says "Pray for Richard de Lue".
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Ermine Street is located at Grid Ref: SK9959 (Lat: 53.123, Lng: -0.513)

Division: Parts of Kesteven

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: North Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Located within 500m of 53.123,-0.513
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 53.1220328/-0.5166773
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 53.119393/-0.5124072
Boothby Graffoe Heath
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