Coleby

Settlement in Lincolnshire North Kesteven

England

Coleby

Ivy House, Coleby Early nineteenth century house <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1164872?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1164872?section=official-list-entry">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>
Ivy House, Coleby Credit: Jonathan Thacker

Coleby is a small village located in the North Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, England. Situated approximately 8 miles south of Lincoln, it is a rural community with a population of around 500 people. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering residents and visitors a tranquil setting.

The history of Coleby dates back to the Domesday Book, where it was recorded as "Colebi." The village has retained much of its historic charm, with several ancient buildings still standing. The Church of St. Michael and All Angels, a Grade I listed building, is a prominent feature in the village. Dating back to the 13th century, the church showcases beautiful architecture and is a popular destination for tourists interested in historical and religious sites.

In terms of amenities, Coleby offers a range of facilities to cater to its residents' needs. These include a village hall, a primary school, a pub, and a local shop. The village hall serves as a hub for community activities and events, providing a space for social gatherings, clubs, and meetings.

Nature enthusiasts can enjoy the surrounding countryside, which offers opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploring the local flora and fauna. The village is also within close proximity to the Lincolnshire Wolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, providing further outdoor recreational options.

Overall, Coleby is a charming village that combines its rich history with a peaceful rural setting, making it an attractive place to reside or visit for those seeking a tranquil escape.

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Ivy House, Coleby Early nineteenth century house <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1164872?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1164872?section=official-list-entry">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>
Ivy House, Coleby
Early nineteenth century house LinkExternal link
The Manor House, Coleby Early nineteenth century house <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1317557?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1317557?section=official-list-entry">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>
The Manor House, Coleby
Early nineteenth century house LinkExternal link
Field of oilseed rape near Coleby The line of bushes and trees marks the course of the former Railway from Lincoln to Honington Junction.
Field of oilseed rape near Coleby
The line of bushes and trees marks the course of the former Railway from Lincoln to Honington Junction.
Autumn sown crop, Coleby Low Fields
Autumn sown crop, Coleby Low Fields
Entrance to the Cemetery, Coleby Commemorates the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria,
Entrance to the Cemetery, Coleby
Commemorates the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria,
Scarp at Coleby Looking into the Witham Vallay.
Scarp at Coleby
Looking into the Witham Vallay.
Footpath at Coleby The crates contain block of finished stone. It is not obvious why they are here.
Footpath at Coleby
The crates contain block of finished stone. It is not obvious why they are here.
Church Lane, Coleby
Church Lane, Coleby
Footpath at Coleby Runs along the top of the scarp.
Footpath at Coleby
Runs along the top of the scarp.
This is my field! As it turned out, a rather timid ram,
This is my field!
As it turned out, a rather timid ram,
Footpath at Coleby Runs along the top of the scarp.
Footpath at Coleby
Runs along the top of the scarp.
Footpath at Coleby Runs along the top of the scarp.
Footpath at Coleby
Runs along the top of the scarp.
The Old House, Coleby Cottage dating from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1061981?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1061981?section=official-list-entry">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>
The Old House, Coleby
Cottage dating from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries LinkExternal link
All Saints' church, Coleby The lower parts of the tower are pre-Conquest <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1164829?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1164829?section=official-list-entry">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>
All Saints' church, Coleby
The lower parts of the tower are pre-Conquest LinkExternal link
High Dyke The Roman Ermine Street.
High Dyke
The Roman Ermine Street.
Recently harvested field This field has produced a crop of peas.
Recently harvested field
This field has produced a crop of peas.
School House, Harmston Dates from the early nineteenth century <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1061988?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1061988?section=official-list-entry">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>
School House, Harmston
Dates from the early nineteenth century LinkExternal link
Chapel Lane, Harmston
Chapel Lane, Harmston
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Coleby is located at Grid Ref: SK9760 (Lat: 53.13393, Lng: -0.54197175)

Division: Parts of Kesteven

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: North Kesteven

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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Located within 500m of 53.13393,-0.54197175
Coleby
Is In: Lincolnshire, England, UK
Place: village
Source: GPS waypoint
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Disused Amenity: pub
Old Name: The Bell
Lat/Long: 53.1337368/-0.544939
Pub
The Tempest
Food: yes
Phone: +44 11522 810287
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Bus Stop
Rose Cottage Lane
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Bus Stop
Rose Cottage Lane
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Bus Stop
Primary School
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Bus Stop
Primary School
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Bus Stop
Methodist Church
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Bus Stop
Methodist Church
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Bus Stop
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Rectory Road
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Lat/Long: 53.1354623/-0.5386751
Addr City: Lincoln
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: LN5 0AH
Addr Suburb: Coleby
Source: knowledge
Lat/Long: 53.1340928/-0.5436859
Coleby
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.1341465/-0.5416649
Post Box
Post Box Type: pillar
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Lat/Long: 53.1341712/-0.5416058
Hilltop Farm
Place: farm
Source: Bing
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Ivy House Farm
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West Hall
Place: isolated_dwelling
Source: Bing
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Barrier: cycle_barrier
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Foot: yes
Horse: no
Material: wood
Motor Vehicle: no
Lat/Long: 53.1331444/-0.5404523
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Bicycle: no
Foot: yes
Horse: no
Material: wood
Motor Vehicle: no
Lat/Long: 53.133254/-0.5415207
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
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Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.1340195/-0.5433726
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Defibrillator Location: outside Coleby Village Hall
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Lat/Long: 53.1353874/-0.540503
Leisure: playground
Lat/Long: 53.1354757/-0.5404832
Bench
Lat/Long: 53.1342552/-0.5416015
Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 53.1315211/-0.5430441
Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 53.131758/-0.5421941
Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 53.1317932/-0.542272
Give Way
Direction: forward
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