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Carlton Scroop

Settlement in Lincolnshire South Kesteven

England

Carlton Scroop

Post Office repeater station and mast View from the public footpath in the direction of Carlton Scroop.
Post Office repeater station and mast Credit: Ian Paterson

Carlton Scroop is a small village located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated approximately 9 miles south of Grantham, the village is nestled in a picturesque rural setting, surrounded by fields and farmland.

With a population of around 200 residents, Carlton Scroop is known for its tranquil and peaceful atmosphere. The village features a collection of charming cottages, many of which date back to the 18th and 19th centuries, adding to its historical character.

One of the notable landmarks in Carlton Scroop is the St. Nicholas Church, a Grade II listed building that stands as a testament to the village's rich history. The church, with its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate architecture, is a focal point for both locals and visitors alike.

The village also boasts a small primary school, providing education to the local children. Additionally, Carlton Scroop is home to a local pub, offering a warm and friendly atmosphere for residents and visitors to enjoy.

Surrounded by the rolling countryside, Carlton Scroop offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding. The village is also well-positioned for exploring the wider Lincolnshire area, with nearby attractions including Belton House and Woolsthorpe Manor.

Overall, Carlton Scroop is a charming and peaceful village, perfect for those seeking a quiet and idyllic rural retreat.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.995373/-0.584275 or Grid Reference SK9545. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Post Office repeater station and mast View from the public footpath in the direction of Carlton Scroop.
Post Office repeater station and mast
View from the public footpath in the direction of Carlton Scroop.
Church of St Wilfred, Honington Listed Grade I, from the 11th century.
Church of St Wilfred, Honington
Listed Grade I, from the 11th century.
View north-east from Heath Lane Looking along the shallow limestone escarpment known as the 'Lincoln Cliff'
View north-east from Heath Lane
Looking along the shallow limestone escarpment known as the 'Lincoln Cliff'
Footpath running along the ridge below The Red House The footpath runs to Carlton Scroop. It is probably little used as Howdale Lane immediately to the north offers an easier traffic-free route
Footpath running along the ridge below The Red House
The footpath runs to Carlton Scroop. It is probably little used as Howdale Lane immediately to the north offers an easier traffic-free route
Howdale Lane east of Belle Vue Farm Taking the Viking Way east to Carlton Scroop
Howdale Lane east of Belle Vue Farm
Taking the Viking Way east to Carlton Scroop
Howdale Lane Taking the Viking Way west to Hough Road
Howdale Lane
Taking the Viking Way west to Hough Road
Grantham Road (A607) entering Carlton Scroop 'Carlton' means the settlement of freemen or peasants ('karl' + 'ton'). Scroop derives from the Scrope family who held the manor
Grantham Road (A607) entering Carlton Scroop
'Carlton' means the settlement of freemen or peasants ('karl' + 'ton'). Scroop derives from the Scrope family who held the manor
Church of St Nicholas, Carlton Scroop Listed Grade I. With a flower rich 'God's Acre' <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7524836">SK9444 : God's Acre, Church of St Nicholas, Carlton Scroop</a>
Church of St Nicholas, Carlton Scroop
Listed Grade I. With a flower rich 'God's Acre' SK9444 : God's Acre, Church of St Nicholas, Carlton Scroop
God's Acre, Church of St Nicholas, Carlton Scroop "This churchyard has been managed for its botanical diversity since 1996. The different habitats within the churchyard attract many different species of wildlife between 2015 and 2018 over 200 species of plants, invertebrates, mammals and birds have been recorded here." <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.caringforgodsacre.org.uk/churchyard/carlton-scroop-st-nicholas/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.caringforgodsacre.org.uk/churchyard/carlton-scroop-st-nicholas/">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>
God's Acre, Church of St Nicholas, Carlton Scroop
"This churchyard has been managed for its botanical diversity since 1996. The different habitats within the churchyard attract many different species of wildlife between 2015 and 2018 over 200 species of plants, invertebrates, mammals and birds have been recorded here." LinkExternal link
The A607 running north from Carlton Scroop The road runs along the foot of the limestone escarpment of 'Lincoln Cliff'
The A607 running north from Carlton Scroop
The road runs along the foot of the limestone escarpment of 'Lincoln Cliff'
Track off Sudbrook Road We are located in the 'Ancaster Gap'. The higher ground on the horizon forms the northern edge of the Gap.
Track off Sudbrook Road
We are located in the 'Ancaster Gap'. The higher ground on the horizon forms the northern edge of the Gap.
Hillslope north of Carlton Road The small woods sit on the edge of the Lincolnshire Limestone escarpment, the northern edge of the 'Ancaster Gap'
Hillslope north of Carlton Road
The small woods sit on the edge of the Lincolnshire Limestone escarpment, the northern edge of the 'Ancaster Gap'
Carlton Road entering Sudbrook Sudbrook = southern brook <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.oxfordreference.com/display/10.1093/acref/9780199609086.001.0001/acref-9780199609086-e-12534?rskey=ZPbO42&result=12681" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.oxfordreference.com/display/10.1093/acref/9780199609086.001.0001/acref-9780199609086-e-12534?rskey=ZPbO42&result=12681">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>
Carlton Road entering Sudbrook
Sudbrook = southern brook LinkExternal link
Blue drum barrel in the corner of a field The drum was empty. After a long spell of dry weather the very small, newly emerging wheat plants could certainly benefit from some water.
Blue drum barrel in the corner of a field
The drum was empty. After a long spell of dry weather the very small, newly emerging wheat plants could certainly benefit from some water.
Edge of a wheat field, Sudbrook Heath
Edge of a wheat field, Sudbrook Heath
Virgin and Child At St Nicholas' Church, Normanton-on-Cliffe.
Virgin and Child
At St Nicholas' Church, Normanton-on-Cliffe.
Public Right of Way Near St Nicholas Church, Normanton.
Public Right of Way
Near St Nicholas Church, Normanton.
St.Nicholas' church, Normanton, Lincs. With splendid views over the Lincolnshire countryside, St.Nicholas' has good Transitional and Early English arcades with an interesting range of capitals, a Perpendicular clerestory and a Victorian chancel in the Early English style. A delightful church, now un-used, but well preserved and lovingly cared for by the Redundant Churches Fund.
St.Nicholas' church, Normanton, Lincs.
With splendid views over the Lincolnshire countryside, St.Nicholas' has good Transitional and Early English arcades with an interesting range of capitals, a Perpendicular clerestory and a Victorian chancel in the Early English style. A delightful church, now un-used, but well preserved and lovingly cared for by the Redundant Churches Fund.
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Carlton Scroop is located at Grid Ref: SK9545 (Lat: 52.995373, Lng: -0.584275)

Division: Parts of Kesteven

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: South Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Carlton Scroop
Is In: Lincolnshire, England, UK
Place: village
Source: NPE
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St Nicholas Church
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Newark Lane
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Newark Lane
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St Nicholas Church
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Post Box
Post Box Type: wall
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
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The Hall Farm
Place: farm
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.9963047/-0.5772463
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
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Sudbrook Moor Golf Course
Addr City: Carlton Scroop
Addr Postcode: NG32 3AT
Addr Street: Charity Street
Fhrs Authority: South Kesteven
Fhrs Id: 238045
Fhrs Local Authority Id: 4045
Leisure: sports_centre
Lat/Long: 52.9946791/-0.5848503
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