Benington

Settlement in Lincolnshire Boston

England

Benington

Benington Sea End Looking north from the junction with Crowhall Lane
Benington Sea End Credit: Richard Croft

Benington is a small village located in the ceremonial county of Lincolnshire, in eastern England. Situated approximately 7 miles east of the town of Boston, it falls within the district of South Holland. The village is part of the civil parish of Benington and is bordered by the River Witham to the north.

With a population of around 1,000 residents, Benington has a rich history that dates back to Roman times. The village is known for its traditional English charm, featuring picturesque cottages, a historic church, and a village green. The Grade I listed St. Peter and St. Paul Church, dating back to the 11th century, is a prominent landmark in the area.

A notable event in Benington is the annual Benington Lordship Gardens Snowdrop Walk, which attracts visitors from all over. These stunning gardens, covering approximately seven acres, are known for their magnificent display of snowdrops during the winter months.

The village is well-served by amenities, including a primary school, a village hall, and a pub. It also benefits from good transport links, with nearby access to the A52 road, connecting it to Boston and other surrounding towns.

Benington offers a peaceful rural setting, providing residents and visitors with opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and fishing in the nearby River Witham. Its close-knit community and idyllic surroundings make it an attractive place to live or visit for those seeking a quintessential English village experience.

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Benington Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.992494/0.077908 or Grid Reference TF3945. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Benington Sea End Looking north from the junction with Crowhall Lane
Benington Sea End
Looking north from the junction with Crowhall Lane
Churchway Churchway and dyke by the Old Rectory at Benington Sea End
Churchway
Churchway and dyke by the Old Rectory at Benington Sea End
The Old Rectory At Benington Sea End
The Old Rectory
At Benington Sea End
Footpath at Benington Sea End
Footpath at Benington Sea End
Glebe Farm pond Tranquil farm pond at Benington Sea End
Glebe Farm pond
Tranquil farm pond at Benington Sea End
Sea Bank footpath Footpath along the medieval Sea Bank flood defences from Grange Farm
Sea Bank footpath
Footpath along the medieval Sea Bank flood defences from Grange Farm
Sea Lane Sea Lane from Glebe Farm at Benington Sea End
Sea Lane
Sea Lane from Glebe Farm at Benington Sea End
Spicer's Lane Looking south near Glebe Farm on Spicer's Lane at Benington Sea End
Spicer's Lane
Looking south near Glebe Farm on Spicer's Lane at Benington Sea End
Spicer's Lane Looking north towards Leverton Lucasgate
Spicer's Lane
Looking north towards Leverton Lucasgate
Fenland sheep View from Ratten Row at Benington
Fenland sheep
View from Ratten Row at Benington
Cottages on David's Lane
Cottages on David's Lane
Ratten Row Farmland towards Deaconvale by Ratten Row at Benington
Ratten Row
Farmland towards Deaconvale by Ratten Row at Benington
Westering Home The lone cyclist wends his way towards Butterwick along what appears to be a narrow isthmus.  The sea-like fields are covered with synthetic material.
Westering Home
The lone cyclist wends his way towards Butterwick along what appears to be a narrow isthmus. The sea-like fields are covered with synthetic material.
High Tide Seeming like rolling waves lapping towards the shore, in reality the 'sea' is formed of acres of synthetic material to help protect and force the crop.
High Tide
Seeming like rolling waves lapping towards the shore, in reality the 'sea' is formed of acres of synthetic material to help protect and force the crop.
Butterwick old Roman sea bank This old Roman seabank runs 300 metres Parallel to the sea defences built around the end of the 1800s and 1000 metres behind the reclaimed land of the 1960`s. It can be followed in many places from Skegness to Fosdyke and beyond.
Many parts are now tree lined, and give good cover for breeding game such as pheasants, where local farms hold regular shoots during the winter months on the reclaimed land to the east.
Butterwick old Roman sea bank
This old Roman seabank runs 300 metres Parallel to the sea defences built around the end of the 1800s and 1000 metres behind the reclaimed land of the 1960`s. It can be followed in many places from Skegness to Fosdyke and beyond. Many parts are now tree lined, and give good cover for breeding game such as pheasants, where local farms hold regular shoots during the winter months on the reclaimed land to the east.
Tide's out Compare the shot here with another on in May where it appeared that the fields were flooded <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/797783">TF4044 : Westering Home</a>.  Cabbage grows in place of the 'sea'.
Tide's out
Compare the shot here with another on in May where it appeared that the fields were flooded TF4044 : Westering Home. Cabbage grows in place of the 'sea'.
Tree on Spicer's Lane Looking along Spicer's Lane in the direction of Leverton Lucasgate.
Tree on Spicer's Lane
Looking along Spicer's Lane in the direction of Leverton Lucasgate.
Benington Sea End - Spicers Lane
Benington Sea End - Spicers Lane
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Benington is located at Grid Ref: TF3945 (Lat: 52.992494, Lng: 0.077908)

Division: Parts of Holland

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: Boston

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Crowhall Lane
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Crowhall Lane
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Butterwick Road
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Bennington Farm
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Holly House
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Neals Cottage
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Rose Cottage
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Tyler Lodge
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