Navenby

Civil Parish in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Navenby

Field and pylons off Green Man Road Navenby Heath.
Field and pylons off Green Man Road Credit: Jonathan Thacker

Navenby is a civil parish located in the county of Lincolnshire in England. It is situated approximately 9 miles south of the city of Lincoln and falls within the North Kesteven district. The village is nestled in a rural setting, surrounded by picturesque countryside and farmland.

Navenby has a rich history, with evidence of settlement dating back to Roman times. The village grew in importance during the medieval period, and remnants of this era can still be seen today, including the Grade I listed All Saints' Church, which dates back to the 12th century.

The village itself is small but vibrant, with a population of around 2,000 residents. It offers a range of amenities, including a primary school, post office, convenience stores, and several pubs and restaurants. The community is active and close-knit, with various events and activities organized throughout the year, such as the annual Navenby Feast, which celebrates the village's heritage.

Navenby is also known for its charming architecture, with many traditional stone houses lining its streets. The village has managed to maintain its character and charm while also embracing modern developments, ensuring a comfortable and convenient living environment for its residents.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Navenby is surrounded by beautiful countryside, offering scenic walks and cycling routes. Additionally, the nearby Lincolnshire Wolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is easily accessible, providing further opportunities for exploration and outdoor recreation.

Overall, Navenby is a delightful village with a rich history, a strong community spirit, and a stunning natural environment, making it an attractive place to live or visit in Lincolnshire.

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Field and pylons off Green Man Road Navenby Heath.
Field and pylons off Green Man Road
Navenby Heath.
Cut Mark: Highfield House Farm Cut bench mark on the gable end of a farm building.  See <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5287894" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5287894">Link</a> for a wider view and <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm41219" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm41219">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> for details.
Cut Mark: Highfield House Farm
Cut bench mark on the gable end of a farm building. See Link for a wider view and LinkExternal link for details.
Farm building and fuel pump at Highfield House Farm The building carries a cut bench mark near the drain pipe on the left.  See <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5287890" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5287890">Link</a> for a closer view and <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm41219" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm41219">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> for details.
Farm building and fuel pump at Highfield House Farm
The building carries a cut bench mark near the drain pipe on the left. See Link for a closer view and LinkExternal link for details.
Country road
Country road
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Heath Lane, Wellingore parish Pawn finial - 2 arms; Lincolnshire post by the UC road, in parish of Wellingore (North Kesteven District), junction of Heath Lane and Gorse Hill Lane, by grass triangle.

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF0055
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Heath Lane, Wellingore parish
Pawn finial - 2 arms; Lincolnshire post by the UC road, in parish of Wellingore (North Kesteven District), junction of Heath Lane and Gorse Hill Lane, by grass triangle. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF0055
An old metal fingerpost sign with a modern road sign in the foreground <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6049218">TF0055 : Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Heath Lane, Wellingore parish</a>
An old metal fingerpost sign with a modern road sign in the foreground
St Peter's church, Navenby Grade I listed

The church dates from the 13th century onwards and was restored in 1875.
There is a western tower, nave and aisles, south porch, chancel and north vestry.
The tower was rebuilt in the mid 18th century after the previous one fell down. It is topped with stepped battlements and eight pinnacles. There are several interesting gargoyles and carved figures on the tower.

The nave has a clerestory with five, three light windows. There are gargoyles on the exterior.

The nave aisles are of three bay arcades, originally dating from the early 13th century. The south aisle was built in brick in the mid 18th century, and the north aisle windows are Victorian reproductions.

The large 14th C. Chancel has a triple arched piscina with vaulting, double basins and is pinnacles. It has large windows and the east 6 light window was rebuilt in 1875. There is also an Easter Sepulchre similar to Heckington.
The chancel arch has a rood stair and a corbel of a lady wearing a wimple.

The font is Victorian, and the rood screen dates from 1910.
There is also a late 13th century grave slab with an inscription which says "Pray for Richard de Lue".
St Peter's church, Navenby
Grade I listed The church dates from the 13th century onwards and was restored in 1875. There is a western tower, nave and aisles, south porch, chancel and north vestry. The tower was rebuilt in the mid 18th century after the previous one fell down. It is topped with stepped battlements and eight pinnacles. There are several interesting gargoyles and carved figures on the tower. The nave has a clerestory with five, three light windows. There are gargoyles on the exterior. The nave aisles are of three bay arcades, originally dating from the early 13th century. The south aisle was built in brick in the mid 18th century, and the north aisle windows are Victorian reproductions. The large 14th C. Chancel has a triple arched piscina with vaulting, double basins and is pinnacles. It has large windows and the east 6 light window was rebuilt in 1875. There is also an Easter Sepulchre similar to Heckington. The chancel arch has a rood stair and a corbel of a lady wearing a wimple. The font is Victorian, and the rood screen dates from 1910. There is also a late 13th century grave slab with an inscription which says "Pray for Richard de Lue".
Interior, St Peter's church, Navenby Looking north east from the south aisle.
Interior, St Peter's church, Navenby
Looking north east from the south aisle.
Interior, St Peter's church, Navenby Looking east towards the chancel.
Interior, St Peter's church, Navenby
Looking east towards the chancel.
Stained glass window, St Peter's church, Navenby Glass by Burlison & Grylls, Circa 1908, in memory of Canon George Tyson Harvey, depicting St George, The Good Shepherd, and St Peter.
Stained glass window, St Peter's church, Navenby
Glass by Burlison & Grylls, Circa 1908, in memory of Canon George Tyson Harvey, depicting St George, The Good Shepherd, and St Peter.
Organ, St Peter's church, Navenby Built by Conacher, 1895.
Note the protective plastic sheeting above, indicative of a leaky roof!
Organ, St Peter's church, Navenby
Built by Conacher, 1895. Note the protective plastic sheeting above, indicative of a leaky roof!
Memorial, St Peter's church, Navenby Memorial to Walter Leightonhouse, d. 1760 age 69, and his wife Deborah d.1758 aged 80.
Memorial, St Peter's church, Navenby
Memorial to Walter Leightonhouse, d. 1760 age 69, and his wife Deborah d.1758 aged 80.
Founder's tomb, St Peter's church, Navenby Tomb of John de Fenton, died circa 1331.
Placed inside is an inscribed stone requesting prayers for Richard de Louth d.1301.
Founder's tomb, St Peter's church, Navenby
Tomb of John de Fenton, died circa 1331. Placed inside is an inscribed stone requesting prayers for Richard de Louth d.1301.
Easter Sepulchre, St Peter's church, Navenby This was probably carved by the same stone masons who did Heckington church. It depicts Roman Soldiers below, and the Three Maries and Angel at the top. 
The heads have been defaced in the past.
Easter Sepulchre, St Peter's church, Navenby
This was probably carved by the same stone masons who did Heckington church. It depicts Roman Soldiers below, and the Three Maries and Angel at the top. The heads have been defaced in the past.
Piscina, St Peter's church, Navenby Early 14th Century, in a similar style to the Sedilia and Easter Sepulchre.
Piscina, St Peter's church, Navenby
Early 14th Century, in a similar style to the Sedilia and Easter Sepulchre.
Sedilia, St Peter's church, Navenby Probably begun by William de Herleston when he was Rector here in the 1320's.
There are multiple small carved heads and decorating leaves.
This was probably also produced by the Heckington stone masons.
(Source: Pevsner).
Sedilia, St Peter's church, Navenby
Probably begun by William de Herleston when he was Rector here in the 1320's. There are multiple small carved heads and decorating leaves. This was probably also produced by the Heckington stone masons. (Source: Pevsner).
Sedilia carving, St Peter's church, Navenby Some of the numerous carved heads on the sedilia.
Sedilia carving, St Peter's church, Navenby
Some of the numerous carved heads on the sedilia.
Chancel, St Peter's church, Navenby The large east window is of clear glass, admitting plenty of light to the Chancel. The only Stained glass window is at the west end. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7161313">SK9857 : Stained glass window, St Peter's church, Navenby</a>
Chancel, St Peter's church, Navenby
The large east window is of clear glass, admitting plenty of light to the Chancel. The only Stained glass window is at the west end. SK9857 : Stained glass window, St Peter's church, Navenby
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Navenby is located at Grid Ref: SK9957 (Lat: 53.107845, Lng: -0.515403)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: North Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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