Pode Hole

Settlement in Lincolnshire South Holland

England

Pode Hole

Cropmarks on land near Rookery Farm: aerial 2021
Cropmarks on land near Rookery Farm: aerial 2021 Credit: Simon Tomson

Pode Hole is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles east of the market town of Spalding, it falls within the administrative district of South Holland. The village is nestled in the heart of the Fens, an area known for its flat and fertile agricultural land.

Pode Hole is home to a relatively small population, with around 200 residents according to the latest estimates. The village is predominantly residential, consisting mainly of traditional brick-built houses and cottages. The surrounding countryside is characterized by vast fields and meadows, which contribute to the rural charm of the area.

Despite its small size, Pode Hole has a few amenities to cater to its residents' needs. These include a local pub, which serves as a social hub for the community, and a primary school providing education for the village's children. Additionally, the nearby town of Spalding offers a wider range of amenities, including shops, supermarkets, and further educational facilities.

The village benefits from its proximity to the A16 road, which provides easy access to nearby towns and cities such as Peterborough and Boston. This makes Pode Hole an attractive residential location for those seeking a peaceful countryside lifestyle while still having access to urban amenities.

Overall, Pode Hole is a picturesque and close-knit village that offers a tranquil setting for its residents within the beautiful Lincolnshire countryside.

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Pode Hole Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.78063/-0.200053 or Grid Reference TF2121. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cropmarks on land near Rookery Farm: aerial 2021
Cropmarks on land near Rookery Farm: aerial 2021
Pinchbeck South Fen Looking towards Marshall Farm.
Pinchbeck South Fen
Looking towards Marshall Farm.
Drain alongside Holland's Chase
Drain alongside Holland's Chase
Vernatt's Drain, Spalding, Lincs – view WSW towards Pode Hole. The original cut was made in the 1630s to re-drain Deeping Fen after earlier attempts were not entirely successful; the drain is named after Sir Philibert Vernatti (1590–1646), a Dutch engineer and adventurer.
Vernatt's Drain, Spalding, Lincs
– view WSW towards Pode Hole. The original cut was made in the 1630s to re-drain Deeping Fen after earlier attempts were not entirely successful; the drain is named after Sir Philibert Vernatti (1590–1646), a Dutch engineer and adventurer.
The Fisherman's Arms Hostelry at Pode Hole, presumably frequented by fisherman
The Fisherman's Arms
Hostelry at Pode Hole, presumably frequented by fisherman
Vernatt's Drain Looking north east from Pode Hole
Vernatt's Drain
Looking north east from Pode Hole
Delph Drain floodgates Where Delph Drain joins Vernatt's Drain at Pode Hole
Delph Drain floodgates
Where Delph Drain joins Vernatt's Drain at Pode Hole
Horseshoe Bridge Where Horseshoe Road crosses South Drove Drain on Spalding Common
Horseshoe Bridge
Where Horseshoe Road crosses South Drove Drain on Spalding Common
South Drove Drain Looking northwest towards Pode Hole along the South Drove Drain. It is 8.69 miles long, drains an area of 6,230 hectares (15,400 acres) and has a maximum flow rate of 8.72 cubic metres/second.
South Drove Drain
Looking northwest towards Pode Hole along the South Drove Drain. It is 8.69 miles long, drains an area of 6,230 hectares (15,400 acres) and has a maximum flow rate of 8.72 cubic metres/second.
Adventurer's Pumping Station, Pode Hole Opened in 1957, the three electric pumps of the Adventurer's Pumping Station pump 6.12 cubic metres/second of water from the North and South Drove Drain into Vernatt's Drain.
Adventurer's Pumping Station, Pode Hole
Opened in 1957, the three electric pumps of the Adventurer's Pumping Station pump 6.12 cubic metres/second of water from the North and South Drove Drain into Vernatt's Drain.
North Drove Drain from Cuckoo Bridge Looking north east towards Pode Hole. North Drove Drain is 5.85 miles long, drains 5,100 hectares (12,600 acres) with a maximum flow rate of 7.13 cubic metres/second.
North Drove Drain from Cuckoo Bridge
Looking north east towards Pode Hole. North Drove Drain is 5.85 miles long, drains 5,100 hectares (12,600 acres) with a maximum flow rate of 7.13 cubic metres/second.
Cuckoo Bridge Over North Drove Drain
Cuckoo Bridge
Over North Drove Drain
Horseshoe Road Looking north east towards Horseshoe Farm from near Jordan's Bridge
Horseshoe Road
Looking north east towards Horseshoe Farm from near Jordan's Bridge
Allotment Gardens On Horseshoe Road on the fringe of expanding Spalding
Allotment Gardens
On Horseshoe Road on the fringe of expanding Spalding
Fourth District Main Drain View towards Pode Hole with Black House Farm
Fourth District Main Drain
View towards Pode Hole with Black House Farm
Pinchbeck Common Brick bridge over the Delph Drain on Pinchbeck Common
Pinchbeck Common
Brick bridge over the Delph Drain on Pinchbeck Common
Pinchbeck South Fen Flat but fertile fields of Pinchbeck South Fen with Fourth District Main Drain in the foreground
Pinchbeck South Fen
Flat but fertile fields of Pinchbeck South Fen with Fourth District Main Drain in the foreground
Jobson's Bridge Footbridge over Vernatt's Drain, with Waterside Cottage and Park Farm
Jobson's Bridge
Footbridge over Vernatt's Drain, with Waterside Cottage and Park Farm
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Pode Hole is located at Grid Ref: TF2121 (Lat: 52.78063, Lng: -0.200053)

Division: Parts of Holland

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: South Holland

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Located within 500m of 52.78063,-0.200053
Bus Stop
Bourne Road
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Lat/Long: 52.781484/-0.1954845
Bus Stop
Bourne Road
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Naptan Indicator: E - bound
Naptan Landmark: Number 271
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Naptan Street: Bourne Road
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Lat/Long: 52.7815812/-0.1953767
Pode Hole
Is In County: Lincolnshire
Place: village
Source: Bing
Wikidata: Q5308821
Wikipedia: en:Pode Hole
Lat/Long: 52.7815726/-0.1986875
Spearpoint Farm
Place: farm
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Lat/Long: 52.7770733/-0.1995511
Trent Farm
Place: farm
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Lat/Long: 52.7826439/-0.2042836
Branton's Bridge
Place: farm
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Lat/Long: 52.7815445/-0.1936148
Pode Hole Bridge
Place: locality
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Lat/Long: 52.7822753/-0.2029774
Post Box
Lat/Long: 52.7815506/-0.2006954
Site of Archaeological Roman Camp
Historic: yes
Lat/Long: 52.7803814/-0.1988297
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