Wasps Nest

Settlement in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Wasps Nest

Nocton Hall, Nocton Ivy aside, no great change since this photo eight years earlier <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/362301">TF0664 : Nocton Hall - west front</a>. William Shearburn's rebuilding of 1841 after a fire was itself gutted by another fire in 2004. Grade II listed.
Nocton Hall, Nocton Credit: Stephen Richards

Wasps Nest is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles east of the town of Louth, it lies in the East Lindsey district. The village is nestled amidst picturesque countryside, offering residents and visitors a tranquil and idyllic setting.

The name "Wasps Nest" is believed to have originated from the abundance of wasp nests found in the area in the past. Although the village is small, it boasts a close-knit community and a strong sense of community spirit. The residents take pride in maintaining the village's natural beauty and preserving its rich history.

The architecture in Wasps Nest is predominantly traditional and charming, with many old cottages and farmhouses dotting the landscape. The village is characterized by its quaint atmosphere and peaceful surroundings. The nearby countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and exploring nature.

Despite its small size, Wasps Nest offers a few amenities to its residents. These include a village hall, a local pub, and a small convenience store. For more extensive shopping and entertainment options, the town of Louth is within easy reach.

Overall, Wasps Nest is a delightful and picturesque village that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its idyllic countryside, close-knit community, and rich history make it a charming place to live or visit for those seeking a slower pace of life in the heart of Lincolnshire.

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Wasps Nest Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.168897/-0.38492996 or Grid Reference TF0864. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Nocton Hall, Nocton Ivy aside, no great change since this photo eight years earlier <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/362301">TF0664 : Nocton Hall - west front</a>. William Shearburn's rebuilding of 1841 after a fire was itself gutted by another fire in 2004. Grade II listed.
Nocton Hall, Nocton
Ivy aside, no great change since this photo eight years earlier TF0664 : Nocton Hall - west front. William Shearburn's rebuilding of 1841 after a fire was itself gutted by another fire in 2004. Grade II listed.
Nocton Hall The shell of the hall with its high security barricade
Nocton Hall
The shell of the hall with its high security barricade
Drain and Track, Potterhanworth Fen Potterhanworth Wood in the distance.
Drain and Track, Potterhanworth Fen
Potterhanworth Wood in the distance.
Track to Potterhanworth Fen
Track to Potterhanworth Fen
Nocton Hall, Lincolnshire Architect William Shearburn.  Built for 1st Earl of Ripon 1841.  Gutted by fire 24.10.04.
Nocton Hall, Lincolnshire
Architect William Shearburn. Built for 1st Earl of Ripon 1841. Gutted by fire 24.10.04.
All Saints, Nocton. Built 1860-65 for the Countess of Ripon.  Architect, Sir George Gilbert Scott.
All Saints, Nocton.
Built 1860-65 for the Countess of Ripon. Architect, Sir George Gilbert Scott.
Medieval Fishponds Looking west towards Top Barff wood on the right. Undulations in these fields mark the site of the medieval fishponds for Nocton Park Priory.
Medieval Fishponds
Looking west towards Top Barff wood on the right. Undulations in these fields mark the site of the medieval fishponds for Nocton Park Priory.
Abbey Hill Site of Nocton Park Priory, founded c1150 for Augustinian Canons
Abbey Hill
Site of Nocton Park Priory, founded c1150 for Augustinian Canons
Carr Dyke Drainage of the fens was started by the Romans - this is part of Carr Dyke
Carr Dyke
Drainage of the fens was started by the Romans - this is part of Carr Dyke
Wasps Nest The isolated rural community of Wasps Nest on Nocton Fen
Wasps Nest
The isolated rural community of Wasps Nest on Nocton Fen
Wooden carving on Carr Dyke at top of Nocton Delph, looking east on the edge of Nocton Wood
Wooden carving on Carr Dyke at top of Nocton Delph, looking east
on the edge of Nocton Wood
Looking NE alongside Nocton Wood RUPP / Bridleway
Looking NE alongside Nocton Wood
RUPP / Bridleway
Metheringham Fen Looking northeast on Metheringham Fen Lane toward Top Farm
Metheringham Fen
Looking northeast on Metheringham Fen Lane toward Top Farm
Metheringham Fen Looking northwest to the raised ground of Nocton Wood
Metheringham Fen
Looking northwest to the raised ground of Nocton Wood
Dunston Fen Looking northeast on Dunston Fen Lane toward Fen Farm
Dunston Fen
Looking northeast on Dunston Fen Lane toward Fen Farm
Nocton Wood Nocton Wood as seen from an unclassified road running to the South.
Nocton Wood
Nocton Wood as seen from an unclassified road running to the South.
Nocton Hall - entrance front North or Entrance front to Nocton Hall. The Jacobean mansion of the Ellys family was destroyed by fire in 1834, rebuilt in 1841 and itself destroyed by fire in October 2004. The ruined shell faces an uncertain future.
Nocton Hall - entrance front
North or Entrance front to Nocton Hall. The Jacobean mansion of the Ellys family was destroyed by fire in 1834, rebuilt in 1841 and itself destroyed by fire in October 2004. The ruined shell faces an uncertain future.
Nocton Hall - west front The Jacobean mansion of the Ellys family was destroyed by fire in 1834, rebuilt in 1841 and itself destroyed by fire in October 2004. The ruined shell faces an uncertain future.
Nocton Hall - west front
The Jacobean mansion of the Ellys family was destroyed by fire in 1834, rebuilt in 1841 and itself destroyed by fire in October 2004. The ruined shell faces an uncertain future.
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Wasps Nest is located at Grid Ref: TF0864 (Lat: 53.168897, Lng: -0.38492996)

Division: Parts of Kesteven

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: North Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.168897,-0.38492996
Wasps Nest
Place: hamlet
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 53.1695902/-0.3822872
Nocton Park Priory
End Date: 1536
Historic: monastery
Historic Amenity: place_of_worship
Source: Bing
Start Date: early C12
Lat/Long: 53.1691523/-0.3892567
Abbey Hill
Place: locality
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 53.1682922/-0.3891769
Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Man Made: telephone_box
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.1696626/-0.3859969
Post Box
Post Box Type: lamp
Lat/Long: 53.1696272/-0.3859325
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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