Skillington

Civil Parish in Lincolnshire South Kesteven

England

Skillington

An industrial landscape It doesn't look like one, but the field in front of us, apart from the bank in the immediate nearground, is a couple of metres lower than the natural ground surface.  This is part of the area that in the middle to late 20th century was strip-mined for iron ore, and the land returned to agriculture afterward.

This is a compound image stitched from 12 individual ones to form a panorama around 90 degrees wide.
An industrial landscape Credit: Bob Harvey

Skillington is a civil parish located in the southern part of Lincolnshire, England. Situated approximately 10 miles south of Grantham, it covers an area of around 4 square miles. The parish is characterized by its rural landscape, with rolling hills and picturesque countryside.

The village of Skillington itself is small, with a population of around 250 residents. It is known for its charming and traditional English village atmosphere. The architecture of the village mainly consists of quaint cottages and farmhouses, giving it a timeless appeal.

Skillington is surrounded by farmland, and agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy. The fertile soil and favorable climate make it ideal for growing crops and rearing livestock. As a result, farming is a common occupation among the residents.

Despite its small size, Skillington offers a range of amenities and facilities to its residents. These include a primary school, a village hall, a church, and a pub. The community is close-knit and actively participates in various social and cultural events throughout the year.

The parish enjoys excellent transport links, with the A1 road passing nearby, providing easy access to other parts of Lincolnshire and neighboring counties. The nearby market town of Grantham offers additional services and amenities, including shops, supermarkets, and healthcare facilities.

Skillington is a peaceful and idyllic place to live, offering a tranquil setting away from the hustle and bustle of larger urban areas. Its natural beauty and sense of community make it a desirable location for those seeking a rural lifestyle in Lincolnshire.

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Skillington Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.823001/-0.669567 or Grid Reference SK8925. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

An industrial landscape It doesn't look like one, but the field in front of us, apart from the bank in the immediate nearground, is a couple of metres lower than the natural ground surface.  This is part of the area that in the middle to late 20th century was strip-mined for iron ore, and the land returned to agriculture afterward.

This is a compound image stitched from 12 individual ones to form a panorama around 90 degrees wide.
An industrial landscape
It doesn't look like one, but the field in front of us, apart from the bank in the immediate nearground, is a couple of metres lower than the natural ground surface. This is part of the area that in the middle to late 20th century was strip-mined for iron ore, and the land returned to agriculture afterward. This is a compound image stitched from 12 individual ones to form a panorama around 90 degrees wide.
Public footpath A pleasant way to spend an afternoon, walking below the sound of skylarks along this track to Woolsthorpe.
Public footpath
A pleasant way to spend an afternoon, walking below the sound of skylarks along this track to Woolsthorpe.
The Drift More like The Flow. Rain plus the use of off-road vehicles has rendered this part of the Viking Way impassable to walkers. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4733412">SK8824 : The Viking Way at Cringle Brook</a> which shows that this has been an issue for some time.
The Drift
More like The Flow. Rain plus the use of off-road vehicles has rendered this part of the Viking Way impassable to walkers. See also SK8824 : The Viking Way at Cringle Brook which shows that this has been an issue for some time.
Track to Skillington Buckminster Lane.
Track to Skillington
Buckminster Lane.
The Drift Forms the county boundary between Leicestershire (left) and Lincolnshire.
The Drift
Forms the county boundary between Leicestershire (left) and Lincolnshire.
The beginning of a footpath to Skillington
The beginning of a footpath to Skillington
The Drift Forms the county boundary between Leicestershire (left) and Lincolnshire.
The Drift
Forms the county boundary between Leicestershire (left) and Lincolnshire.
Limestone quarry, near Buckminster This large limestone quarry is now being used as a landfill site at its eastern end and, takes up a fair proportion of the square. Note the straight sides of the rockface
Limestone quarry, near Buckminster
This large limestone quarry is now being used as a landfill site at its eastern end and, takes up a fair proportion of the square. Note the straight sides of the rockface
Landfill site in quarry near Buckminster Access to the land fill is top left. The whole site takes up over half the square. Photograph taken from the same point as <a title="www.geograph.org.uk/photo/38271" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/38271">Link</a>
Landfill site in quarry near Buckminster
Access to the land fill is top left. The whole site takes up over half the square. Photograph taken from the same point as Link
Farmland near Stoke Rochford
Farmland near Stoke Rochford
Bee Hives at Herring's Lodge Farm These metal bee hives are on the old railway track at Herring's Lodge Farm
Bee Hives at Herring's Lodge Farm
These metal bee hives are on the old railway track at Herring's Lodge Farm
Old Railway track near Stoke Rochford
Old Railway track near Stoke Rochford
Farmland near Stoke Rochford
Farmland near Stoke Rochford
Radio mast Between Skillington and Woolsthorpe
Radio mast
Between Skillington and Woolsthorpe
Woolsthorpe Line Nature Reserve A small, fenced-off area along a disused railway line. The large limestone quarry <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/38271">SK9024 : Limestone quarry, near Buckminster</a> is to the immediate north (right)
Woolsthorpe Line Nature Reserve
A small, fenced-off area along a disused railway line. The large limestone quarry SK9024 : Limestone quarry, near Buckminster is to the immediate north (right)
Cotswold Farm Derived from 'cots' = a hollow or sheep enclosure, and 'wold' = an upland common, the main feature this part of Lincolnshire shares with the famous Cotswolds of south-west England is the limestone used in many of the finer old buildings.
Cotswold Farm
Derived from 'cots' = a hollow or sheep enclosure, and 'wold' = an upland common, the main feature this part of Lincolnshire shares with the famous Cotswolds of south-west England is the limestone used in many of the finer old buildings.
Landfilled cutting This looks like an old railway line, and suffering the fate of many of these fine old features by being filled in.
Landfilled cutting
This looks like an old railway line, and suffering the fate of many of these fine old features by being filled in.
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Skillington is located at Grid Ref: SK8925 (Lat: 52.823001, Lng: -0.669567)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: South Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.823001,-0.669567
Pub
The Cross Swords
Addr City: Skillington
Addr Postcode: NG33 5HB
Addr Street: The Square
Fhrs Authority: South Kesteven
Fhrs Id: 238205
Fhrs Local Authority Id: 5673
Lat/Long: 52.8217981/-0.6677643
Bus Stop
Blue Horse Inn
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 2700LSTG3182
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Blue Horse Inn
Naptan Indicator: adj
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Naptan NaptanCode: linawmwm
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Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
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Pub
The Blue Horse Inn
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Post Box
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Post Box Type: lamp
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Telephone
Defibrillator
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
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Weston's Farm
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Skillington
Is In: Lincolnshire, England, UK, GB
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