Long Sutton

Civil Parish in Lincolnshire South Holland

England

Long Sutton

McDonald's at a roundabout on the A17 Credit: Eirian Evans

Long Sutton is a civil parish located in Lincolnshire, England. It is situated in the South Holland district and has a population of approximately 4,000 residents. The town is known for its historic market square, which dates back to the 13th century and is still used for weekly markets.

Long Sutton has a mix of historic buildings, including the Grade I listed St Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The town also has a range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and schools, making it a popular place to live for families.

The town is well-connected by road, with the A17 running through the parish, providing easy access to nearby towns such as Spalding and King's Lynn. Long Sutton also has a railway station, providing services to Peterborough and Nottingham.

Overall, Long Sutton is a charming town with a rich history, offering a mix of amenities and easy access to the surrounding area.

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Long Sutton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.772386/0.115294 or Grid Reference TF4221. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

McDonald's at a roundabout on the A17

Eirian Evans

The southern end of the Market Place

With war memorial and a red brick former bank behind and the adjoining Brenchley House

Kevin Waterhouse

Historic housing on Market Street

One of the several blocks of terraced housing on the main road listed by Historic England. This block with its arch is numbers 22 to 28.

Kevin Waterhouse

Old Milestone by A1101, Wisbech Road, just South of roundabout, by MacDonald's (was opposite Yew Cottage)

The Milestone was located on verge on the West of the road. Parish of Long Sutton (South Holland District). Carved stone post, erected by the Holbeach Turnpike Trust in the 19th Century. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link Inscription reads:- WISBECH / 8 / MILES / LONG SUTTON : : TO / LONG / SUTTON / 1 / MILE : : TO / TYDD / 2 / MILES Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1359228 Link

Milestone Society National ID: LI_SUWB01

Hilary Jones

Petrol station on the A17 at Long Sutton

Helen Steed

Entrance to the A17 services at Long Sutton

Helen Steed

St Mary's church, Long Sutton

Difficult to photograph as it's surrounded by trees with a tall spire.

J. Hannan

Interior St Mary's church, Long Sutton

Nave looking east.

Julian P Guffogg

East Window, St Mary's church, Long Sutton

In memory of John Bailey, d. 1857. Glass by Ward & Hughes 1876, showing a central crucifixion, with scenes from the life of Jesus.

Julian P Guffogg

West window, St Mary's church, Long Sutton

Five light window depicting Old Testament scenes. Probably by Ward & Hughes, in memory of Adderley Howard, 1874.

Julian P Guffogg

Stained glass window, St Mary's church, Long Sutton

Depicting three Maries, by Burlison & Grylls. In memory of Robert Mossop d.1882 aged 77 and his wife Mary Elizabeth d.1888 aged 78. They had 18 children, 7 of whom died young. They had 54 grandchildren. Robert founded a firm of Solicitors in Long Sutton in which he was later joined by two of his sons. Robert also acquired many parcels of land. At his death, he also owned several other properties in the UK and one in America.

Julian P Guffogg

Stained glass window, St Mary's church, Long Sutton

Depicting St Anne teaching the Blessed Virgin Mary to read, Mary with the infant Christ, and St George. The lower figures depict St Nicholas, St Alban and st Hugh of Lincoln. Glass by Burlison & Grylls in memory of landowner George Miller Walker d.1920, and Mahala Louisa d.1890.

Julian P Guffogg

Organ. St Mary's church, Long Sutton

Originally built by "Father" Smith in 1702, and in 1827 was incorporated into the present organ by William Allen. Later on it had additions and was last restored in 1981 when further pipes were added. It has two manuals and pedals with 16 stops. It is rather softly voiced and probably undersized for the church.

Julian P Guffogg

South aisle, St Mary's church, Long Sutton

The Norman arches in the south arcade can be clearly seen.

Julian P Guffogg

Stained glass window, St Mary's church, Long Sutton

Depicting Blessed Virgin Mary, Christ and John the Baptist. In memory of George Spencer Leigh Bennett d.1906, Vicar for 20 years.

Julian P Guffogg

Font, St Mary's church, Long Sutton

A very plain font.

Julian P Guffogg

Medieval stained glass, St Mary's church, Long Sutton

Window sVI detail, depicting St George and the dragon, shown as a knight in armour. There is some disarrangement of the figure, plus leaded and glued cracks. Dates from circa 1380-90. Local tradition says this portrays John of Gaunt.

Julian P Guffogg