Wellow

Civil Parish in Nottinghamshire Newark and Sherwood

England

Wellow

On Potter Lane, Wellow
On Potter Lane, Wellow Credit: Neil Theasby

Wellow is a civil parish located in the district of Newark and Sherwood, Nottinghamshire, England. Situated approximately 11 miles north of Nottingham, it covers an area of around 6 square miles. The village is nestled in the picturesque countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields.

Wellow is known for its charming rural character and is home to a close-knit community. The population of the parish is relatively small, with around 800 residents. The village consists mainly of traditional stone-built houses, giving it a timeless and idyllic feel.

The parish is well-connected to nearby towns and cities by road, with the A614 passing through the village, providing easy access to Nottingham and other major routes. Despite its tranquil location, Wellow benefits from amenities such as a primary school, village hall, and a local pub, which serves as a popular gathering place for residents.

The surrounding landscape offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking, hiking, and cycling. Wellow is also home to several historic landmarks, including the Grade I listed St. Swithin's Church, which dates back to the 13th century.

Overall, Wellow, Nottinghamshire, offers a peaceful and scenic setting for residents seeking a close community atmosphere and a connection to nature. With its charming village center and access to the beautiful countryside, it is a desirable place to live for those looking for a rural lifestyle within reach of urban amenities.

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Wellow Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.188665/-0.98608 or Grid Reference SK6766. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

On Potter Lane, Wellow
On Potter Lane, Wellow
St Swithin's Church, Wellow The church dates from the 12th century. It was restored in 1878 by Ewan Christian, and a further significant restoration took place in 1968.
St Swithin's Church, Wellow
The church dates from the 12th century. It was restored in 1878 by Ewan Christian, and a further significant restoration took place in 1968.
The sports pavilion, Wellow  House School Wellow House School is a private, fee-paying school for children aged three to thirteen years of age. Termly fees for children in Y7, Y8 and Y9 currently stand at £4,070.00 per child.
The sports pavilion, Wellow House School
Wellow House School is a private, fee-paying school for children aged three to thirteen years of age. Termly fees for children in Y7, Y8 and Y9 currently stand at £4,070.00 per child.
On the path from North Laithes to Wellow
On the path from North Laithes to Wellow
Pigeonholes for football boots At the sports pavilion - Wellow House School.
Pigeonholes for football boots
At the sports pavilion - Wellow House School.
Marching Along Electricity pylon west of Wellow, Nottinghamshire
Marching Along
Electricity pylon west of Wellow, Nottinghamshire
Country track heading north to Wellow With crisscrossing electricity cables partly spoiling the scene as they often tend to do.
Country track heading north to Wellow
With crisscrossing electricity cables partly spoiling the scene as they often tend to do.
Giant maypole at Wellow
Giant maypole at Wellow
Farmland at Rufford Park - south of Wellow
Farmland at Rufford Park - south of Wellow
Bottom of the old railway cutting near Wellow Nature continues to reclaim this man-made cleft in the landscape. No doubt the old railway serviced the local coal industry. It must have been constructed in the early part of the twentieth century because it is not shown in nineteenth century mapping.
Bottom of the old railway cutting near Wellow
Nature continues to reclaim this man-made cleft in the landscape. No doubt the old railway serviced the local coal industry. It must have been constructed in the early part of the twentieth century because it is not shown in nineteenth century mapping.
Crop Field near Wellow Long evening shadows viewed from a gated entrance alongside the A616 road.
Crop Field near Wellow
Long evening shadows viewed from a gated entrance alongside the A616 road.
Brook and Path in Wellow
Brook and Path in Wellow
Track to Jordan Castle Farm
Track to Jordan Castle Farm
Bridleway in Wellow Park
Bridleway in Wellow Park
Cocking Moor Woodland Fringe Pictured from a bridleway and footpath crossroads at the edge of Wellow Park woods.
Cocking Moor Woodland Fringe
Pictured from a bridleway and footpath crossroads at the edge of Wellow Park woods.
Bridleway Crossing Laxton Common
Bridleway Crossing Laxton Common
Railway Bridge at Cocking Hill Wellow Park is to the left and a works entrance is on the right.
Railway Bridge at Cocking Hill
Wellow Park is to the left and a works entrance is on the right.
Footpath in Wellow Park Woodland footpath which is suffering from rutting through vehicular use.
Footpath in Wellow Park
Woodland footpath which is suffering from rutting through vehicular use.
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Wellow is located at Grid Ref: SK6766 (Lat: 53.188665, Lng: -0.98608)

Administrative County: Nottinghamshire

District: Newark and Sherwood

Police Authority: Nottinghamshire

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