Old Gate

Settlement in Lincolnshire South Holland

England

Old Gate

Main Drain Bridge This bridge carries the road over the South Holland Main Drain. — Main Drain Bridge Credit: Michael Patterson

Old Gate is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated in the East Midlands region, it is nestled amidst picturesque countryside and offers a serene and idyllic setting for its residents. The village is part of the district of North Kesteven and lies approximately 12 miles northeast of the city of Lincoln.

With a population of around 400 inhabitants, Old Gate retains a close-knit community feel. The village is characterized by its charming traditional architecture, consisting mainly of quaint cottages and farmhouses. The well-preserved historic buildings contribute to the village's unique ambiance and attract visitors from near and far.

The landscape surrounding Old Gate is predominantly agricultural, with vast fields and rolling hills. The area is renowned for its fertile soil, making it an ideal location for farming activities, particularly livestock rearing and crop cultivation. The local economy is largely dependent on agriculture, and farming has been a way of life for generations in this rural community.

Residents and visitors alike can enjoy the tranquility of the village and explore the beautiful natural surroundings. The area offers numerous walking trails and cycling routes, allowing outdoor enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the stunning landscapes and enjoy the local flora and fauna.

Although Old Gate may be a small village, it boasts a strong sense of community spirit and a rich history that is cherished by its inhabitants. Its peaceful ambiance and rural charm make it an appealing destination for those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of city life.

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Old Gate Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.7674/0.1017 or Grid Reference TF4120. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Main Drain Bridge

This bridge carries the road over the South Holland Main Drain.

Michael Patterson

Farm and Lane and Drain

Woad Farm (Woad Mill Farm,1940s OS) sits on the raised banks of South Holland Main Drain.

Michael Patterson

Dutch Barn

This Dutch Barn with its curved roof is an increasingly rare sight as they are replaced by more modern styles of agricultural building.

Michael Patterson

Field and a Farm

The field is near the north edge of this square. The farm (Onslow) is in the next square north.

Michael Patterson

Stripy Field

This field has had a stripe cultivated into it. I assume the farmer was around the other side of the field completing the next stripe.

Michael Patterson

Footpath to Sutton

This footpath crosses the busy A17, just over this field, on its way to Long Sutton. The two ducks in the field looked a little lost.

Michael Patterson

The South Holland Main Drain near Sutton St James.

A Sunday fishing match, one of the last of the season, had just finished on this wide and windswept main drain in south Lincolnshire.

David Prestidge

Foreman's Bridge over the South Holland Main Drain.

Sitting right on the OS grid boundary, Foreman's Bridge looks almost medieval with its warm and mellow brick, but probably dates from the 1860s.

David Prestidge

Gowts Lane, Lincolnshire

This track runs down to the South Holland Main Drain in TF4219.

David Prestidge

Road junction north of Sutton St James

Probably an old drove road upgraded and metalled in the early 20th century, this road junction lies between Long Sutton and Sutton St James.

David Prestidge

Cowper's Gate near Delph Field's

Ian Paterson

Pulvertoft Hall, Gedney Broadgate

The large Georgian farmhouse for Pulvertoft Hall Farm on the junction of Cade Lane with Harford Gate.

Kate Jewell

Fleet River, Gedney Fen

Called a river but really a drain. Looking towards Garnsgate.

Kate Jewell

Garnsgate

Lutton Garnsgate and Lutton Drain. The Garnsgate houses are all on the left hand side of the road behind the trees.

Kate Jewell

Garnsgate Road

The road makes a sweeping double bend as it enters Garnsgate. These houses and farm buildings are the first as you come to in this linear village built on the west side of the road.

Kate Jewell

Gedney Broadgate

Looking NNE along Harford Gate from Cade Drove. Nearly all the houses in this village are behind tall, wind-breaking hedges on the west side of the road.

Kate Jewell