Long Bennington

Civil Parish in Lincolnshire South Kesteven

England

Long Bennington

Elm Close, Long Bennington At the junction of Great North Road
Elm Close, Long Bennington Credit: David Howard

Long Bennington is a civil parish located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated approximately 9 miles south of the town of Newark-on-Trent and 10 miles north of Grantham, Long Bennington is a small village with a population of around 1,500 residents.

The village is known for its rich history, dating back to the Roman period. The Roman road, Ermine Street, runs through Long Bennington, highlighting its significance as an ancient settlement. Today, the village maintains a charming blend of old and new, with a mix of historic buildings and modern amenities.

Long Bennington offers a range of amenities for its residents, including a primary school, several churches, a village hall, and a community center. The village is also home to a few local shops, a post office, and a pub, providing essential services to the community.

The surrounding countryside offers beautiful views and ample opportunities for outdoor activities. The nearby River Witham and Grantham Canal provide picturesque spots for fishing and leisurely walks. Additionally, Long Bennington is well-connected to the rest of Lincolnshire, making it an ideal base for exploring the wider region.

Overall, Long Bennington is a peaceful and picturesque village with a rich history and a strong sense of community. It offers a range of amenities and easy access to the surrounding countryside, making it an attractive place to live for both families and individuals seeking a tranquil setting.

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Long Bennington Images

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Elm Close, Long Bennington At the junction of Great North Road
Elm Close, Long Bennington
At the junction of Great North Road
Acklands Lane at the junction of Great North Road Great North Road pops up along the length of the A1 and old A1, and the first is in East Finchley on the now A1000.
Acklands Lane at the junction of Great North Road
Great North Road pops up along the length of the A1 and old A1, and the first is in East Finchley on the now A1000.
Willow tree on Main Road, Long Bennington
Willow tree on Main Road, Long Bennington
Main Road, Long Bennington
Main Road, Long Bennington
Bennington Lane, Long Bennington
Bennington Lane, Long Bennington
The entrance to Long Bennington sewage works There's no sign there but you can follow your nose.
The entrance to Long Bennington sewage works
There's no sign there but you can follow your nose.
Slip road from the A1 to Long Bennington
Slip road from the A1 to Long Bennington
46 Church Street, Long Bennington Seventeenth century cottage <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1360068?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1360068?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
46 Church Street, Long Bennington
Seventeenth century cottage LinkExternal link
Cottage, Church Street, Long Bennington
Cottage, Church Street, Long Bennington
33 Church Street, Long Bennington
33 Church Street, Long Bennington
Entrance to St Swithun's church, Long Bennington
Entrance to St Swithun's church, Long Bennington
St Swithun's church, Long Bennington Externally largely of the fifteenth century <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1062891?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1062891?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
St Swithun's church, Long Bennington
Externally largely of the fifteenth century LinkExternal link
Buildings at Priory Farm, Long Bennington
Buildings at Priory Farm, Long Bennington
Footpath towards Foston
Footpath towards Foston
Footbridge over Ease Drain
Footbridge over Ease Drain
Footpath towards Foston
Footpath towards Foston
St.Swithun's church, Long Bennington, Lincs. Curiously isolated from most of Long Bennington, a handsome amalgam of Norman and Perpendicular.
St.Swithun's church, Long Bennington, Lincs.
Curiously isolated from most of Long Bennington, a handsome amalgam of Norman and Perpendicular.
Long Bennington One of the three public houses that line the main street in Long Bennington.
Long Bennington
One of the three public houses that line the main street in Long Bennington.
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Long Bennington is located at Grid Ref: SK8244 (Lat: 52.99091, Lng: -0.768866)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: South Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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